Electrical Services

Rural North Idaho properties often need power where there is none yet: an RV pad for guests, a detached shop, a barn, or an outbuilding. Done right, these are clean, safe, code-compliant circuits that just work. Here is what is involved. RV pads and hookups We install RV power pedestals and outlets, including 30-amp and 50-amp RV receptacles, on a properly sized, GFCI-protected circuit run from your panel or a sub-panel. Whether it is a parking spot for visiting family or a f

Good lighting changes how a home looks and feels, and it is one of the highest-impact upgrades for the money. Whether you want clean recessed lighting, energy-saving LEDs, or outdoor lighting for safety and curb appeal, here is what is involved and how we do it across North Idaho. Recessed and LED lighting Recessed cans and canless LED fixtures give a clean, modern look and even light without bulky fixtures. We lay out the spacing so the room is lit evenly, cut in the fixture

Mini splits and heat pumps are everywhere in North Idaho now, and for good reason: they heat and cool efficiently through our cold winters and smoky summers. But the unit is only as good as the electrical behind it. Here is what homeowners should know about the electrical side of a mini split or heat pump install. A dedicated circuit and disconnect A mini split or heat pump needs its own dedicated circuit sized to the unit, not shared with other loads. It also needs a weather

Modern homes are full of sensitive electronics, and a single power surge can quietly damage or shorten the life of your appliances, HVAC, EV charger, and devices. Whole-home surge protection is one of the most affordable upgrades for the protection it provides. Here is what it does and whether it is worth it for your North Idaho home. What a whole-home surge protector does A whole-home surge protective device (SPD) installs at your electrical panel and clamps down on voltage

More North Idaho homeowners are going electric every year, and the most common question we get is simple: what does it cost to put a charger in my garage? The honest answer is that it depends on your panel and where the charger goes, but here are the real ranges so you can plan. Typical EV / Tesla charger installation costs Basic Level 2 install, with the charger near an existing, healthy panel that has capacity: commonly $500 to $900. Install that needs a longer wire run or