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Electrician in Kenmore, WA
Our licensed electricians handle panel upgrades, EV chargers, generators, new circuits and repairs for Kenmore homes. They work from our Redmond branch; call (425) 645-0404 or use the form to book, and you will get a written price and permit plan before work starts.
Puget Sound Energy supplies electricity in Kenmore (City of Kenmore, utility providers). Kenmore is not one of the cities that run their own electrical permits, so permits and inspections come from Washington L&I (L&I, cities that do their own electrical permits). We buy the permit and meet the inspector for any job that needs one.
What electrical work costs
National estimates from Angi, electrician costs, updated August 2026, not our prices.
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Service visit | $163 to $538, about $351 typical |
| Hourly rate | $50 to $130 |
| Outlet installation | $200 to $300 |
| Ceiling fan | $140 to $350 |
| Breaker box replacement | $500 to $1,800 |
| Whole-house rewiring | $1,500 to $10,000 |
Get an estimateA comfort advisor will call you to set up your visit.
Power reliability in Kenmore
Tall trees along Kenmore’s hillsides and lakeshore are part of what makes the city attractive, and part of why wind storms cause outages. PSE has upgraded lines and substations around Kenmore to shorten outages (PSE, Kenmore electric system improvements). Outages still happen, and inside the house there is a lot you can do:
- Standby generator with an automatic transfer switch for the whole home or essential circuits.
- Generator inlet and interlock to run selected circuits safely from a portable generator.
- Battery backup for sump pumps and critical small loads.
- Whole-home surge protection to protect electronics when power is restored.
Never backfeed a house through an outlet. It can energize lines PSE crews are working on.
Panel and service upgrades
Many Kenmore homes predate today’s electrical loads. An older 100-amp service can struggle once an EV charger, heat pump, induction range or hot tub is added. Warning signs include breakers that trip under normal use, a panel with no open spaces, warm or buzzing breakers, and brands with known problems, which our electrician will point out. Before recommending an upgrade, we run a load calculation; sometimes load management or a subpanel solves the problem for less. When a new service is needed, we coordinate the disconnect and reconnect with PSE and pull the L&I permit.
EV charging
Kenmore sits on SR 522, a main route toward Seattle, Bothell and I-405, and home charging suits commuters well. A Level 2 charger on a dedicated 240-volt circuit covers typical daily driving overnight. We check capacity first, size the circuit to the charger, mount it where the cable reaches without strain, and use load management when the panel is close to its limit. Townhome garages with long runs from the panel get a conduit route quoted up front. If your association has rules about exterior conduit or charger placement, bring them to the estimate and we will design around them.
Circuits for heat pumps and water heaters
PSE’s rebates for switching from electric resistance heat to a heat pump ($1,500, plus up to $2,400 through Efficiency Boost) and for heat pump water heaters ($1,000, or $1,100 with Efficiency Boost) make those upgrades popular (PSE electric resistance to heat pump rebate; PSE heat pump water heater rebate). Both need dedicated circuits, and heat pumps need an outdoor disconnect. Our electricians wire them as part of the same job our HVAC and plumbing teams install, on one estimate. That avoids the common problem of a heat pump or water heater arriving before anyone has checked whether the panel can carry it, and it keeps the rebate paperwork, the permit and the inspection on one schedule rather than three.
Remodels and additions
Kitchen and bath remodels, basement finishes and additions each bring new circuit, GFCI and AFCI requirements. We plan the wiring with you and your contractor early, confirm the service can carry the added load, and pull the L&I permit so the inspection is ready when the walls are. For accessory dwelling units, we also look at whether a separate meter or a subpanel from the main house makes more sense.
Homes built before the city
Many Kenmore homes are decades older than the city itself, built as the lakeside suburb grew. In homes from the 1950s through the 1980s, our electricians commonly find grounding that was never added when three-prong outlets went in, circuits extended to additions and garages without upsizing, crowded panels full of tandem breakers, and aluminum branch wiring in some homes from the late 1960s and early 1970s. Aluminum wiring is not an emergency in itself, but its connections need to be made with devices approved for it, and older connections can be made safe with approved connectors. Everything we find is ranked by urgency and priced, so you can plan the work over time.
Lakefront and outdoor power
Homes near the lake and river often have outdoor living spaces, detached garages, workshops and, on the shoreline, docks and boathouses. Each needs its own considerations: wet-location wiring, GFCI protection, a local disconnect, and conduit routed to avoid roots and wet ground. We size feeders for voltage drop over long runs and add subpanels for outbuildings, so tools, heaters and lighting perform properly at the far end.
Lighting and controls
Updating lighting is one of the simplest ways to change how a home feels. We replace fixtures and ceiling fans, add recessed and under-cabinet lighting, install dimmers and smart switches, and put exterior and landscape lighting on timers or photocells. LED retrofits reduce lighting load, which can free up capacity on a crowded panel.
Buying or selling in Kenmore
An electrical inspection before listing or closing gives a clear, priced picture of the panel and wiring. Our electrician checks breaker and wire sizing, looks for double-tapped breakers, open knockouts and missing covers, tests GFCI and AFCI protection and alarms, and notes any amateur work. Sellers can fix items before they appear in a buyer’s report; buyers know what they are taking on. Many common findings are small fixes that can often be handled the same day.
Booking an electrician
Describe the problem or the project when you call; a photo of the panel label helps. The electrician inspects the panel and circuits involved, confirms whether a permit is needed, and gives you a written price before starting. After the work, circuits are labeled, the L&I inspection is scheduled when required, and you get a note of anything else worth attention.
Repairs and safety
- Outlets that are dead, loose, warm or sparking.
- Flickering lights and circuits that trip repeatedly.
- GFCI protection in kitchens, baths, garages, laundry rooms and outdoors.
- Hardwired, interconnected smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
- Lighting, ceiling fans and exterior fixtures.
- Pre-sale and pre-purchase electrical inspections.
Warranty and Home Comfort Club
We support the manufacturer’s warranty on covered equipment parts, and we stand behind our electrical installations with a 1-year labor warranty from installation.
Join our Home Comfort Club, a monthly membership starting at $15 a month, and a new system we install gets extended labor coverage for as long as your membership stays active, up to 5 years from installation. Ask your technician or comfort advisor for the current plan details.
Kenmore electrician FAQ
Who issues electrical permits in Kenmore?
Washington L&I, since Kenmore does not run its own electrical program. We buy the permit and schedule the inspection.
Who supplies electricity in Kenmore?
Puget Sound Energy.
How much does an electrician cost in Kenmore?
National data puts a typical service visit between $163 and $538, about $351 (Angi, 2026). We give a written price before starting.
Do I need a panel upgrade for an EV charger?
Not always. A load calculation shows whether load management or a subpanel can avoid a full upgrade.
Can you install a standby generator in Kenmore?
Yes, with an automatic transfer switch, or an inlet and interlock for a portable generator.
Is it safe to plug a generator into an outlet?
No. Backfeeding can energize utility lines and endanger crews. Use a transfer switch or interlock.
Is aluminum wiring dangerous?
Aluminum branch wiring from the late 1960s and early 1970s needs connections made with approved devices. An electrician can inspect them and remake connections with approved connectors.
What warranty comes with your work?
We support the manufacturer’s warranty on covered equipment parts, and our labor warranty covers installations for 1 year from installation. Home Comfort Club members (monthly membership starting at $15 a month) with a new system installed by Home Comfort Alliance get extended labor coverage for as long as their membership stays active, up to 5 years from installation.
Why Choose Home Comfort Alliance in Kenmore?
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Reliable heating, air conditioning, plumbing and electrical service, all from one trusted company.
To educate and guide you through your options so you’ll find the right solution at the right price.
Knowledgeable and respectful workers who ensure both your own comfort during the installation process, and lasting comfort from your home systems.
Outstanding service, communication, and follow-up, so your home is comfortable now and for years to come.
Get an electrical estimate in Kenmore
A Redmond-based coordinator will book a licensed electrician, and you get a written price and permit plan before work starts.
Get an estimate
A Redmond-based comfort advisor will call you to set up your visit.