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Durham's Residential Electrician for Every Room in Your Home

From a dead outlet to a full panel upgrade, Brian Electric LLC handles electrical work for homes in Durham and the Triangle. You get a clear price before work starts, and we take care of the permit when one is needed.

  • Licensed in North Carolina
  • Open 24/7 for emergencies
  • Free estimates
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What We Do

Home Electrical Services in Durham

Every home service we offer, sorted by what you need help with. Find your group, then open the page for the details.

Safety and Repairs

When something stops working or does not feel safe.

Upgrades for More Power

When your home needs more than it was built for.

Lighting and Comfort

When you want your home to look and feel better.

Find the Right Help

Not Sure Which Service You Need?

Start with what you are seeing at home. Find it in the list, then follow the link to the service that fits.

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Still Not Sure?

Call and tell us what is happening. We will tell you what kind of visit you need and what it will cost to look at it.

Call and Ask
If you noticeStart here
UrgentA burning smell, sparks or an outlet that feels hotEmergency ElectricianCall right away, day or night.
Part of the house lost power, or outlets stopped workingEmergency ElectricianWe answer day or night and find the cause.
A breaker trips every weekElectrical Panel UpgradesWe find why it trips, then fix it or upgrade the panel.
Fuses keep blowing, or you still have a fuse boxFuse Box RepairRepair or a switch to breakers.
Lights flicker, buzz or will not turn onLighting RepairFixture, switch or wiring.
A dark room, or new fixtures you want put upLighting InstallationNew lights or swaps for old ones.
You are buying an EV or adding a heat pumpEV Charger InstallationWe check your panel has room first.
An old panel, or no space for new breakersElectrical Panel UpgradesReplacement or 200 amp service.
A remodel, an addition, or very old wiringHouse WiringNew circuits or rewiring.

Older Homes

Electrical Work for Older Durham Homes

Durham has many homes built long before today's electrical code. Their wiring often still works, but it was made for fewer appliances and no EV chargers. Here is what to look for in an older home and what can be done about it.

Cloth-Covered and Ungrounded Wiring

What it looks like
Wires wrapped in fabric instead of plastic, often seen in the attic or basement. Very old knob and tube wiring runs on white ceramic posts.
Why it matters
The cloth and rubber dry out and crack with age. Most of this wiring has no ground wire, which is what protects you from shocks.
What we do
We check its condition and replace the worst runs first, or rewire the house in stages.

Two-Prong Outlets

What it looks like
Outlets with two slots and no round ground hole, so three-prong plugs do not fit.
Why it matters
Surge protectors and many electronics need a ground to work as designed. A three-prong outlet on wiring with no ground is unsafe unless it is protected the right way.
What we do
We run a ground where we can, or add GFCI protection the way the code allows.

Fuse Boxes and Undersized Panels

What it looks like
Screw-in fuses, or a 60 or 100 amp panel with every slot full.
Why it matters
Older panels were sized for far less power than a home uses today. Overloaded circuits run hot.
What we do
We repair what is safe to repair, or replace the panel and raise the service if your home needs more power.

Buying an older home? If your home inspector flags the wiring or the panel, call us. We will look at it and tell you what needs fixing now and what can wait.

Why Choose Us

Why Durham Homeowners Choose Brian Electric

You are letting us into your home, so we keep things simple. We show up when we say, explain the problem in plain words and give you the price before we start.

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  • 24/7Emergency line
  • 15+Years of experience
  • 5.0Google rating from 14 reviews
  • Licensed in North Carolina

    Every job is done to code, the way an inspector expects to see it.

  • Permits Handled

    When a job needs a permit, we pull it and set up the inspection.

  • Free Estimates

    You know the price before any work starts.

  • No Extra Charge After Hours

    Nights and weekends cost the same as a weekday visit.

  • Fast Emergency Help

    When something is unsafe, we are usually at your door in 40 to 50 minutes.

  • Bonded and Insured

    Your home is covered while we work in it.

Customer Reviews

What Customers Say About Our Work

5.0

Read Our Google Reviews
  • Forrest B.Google review

    My wife and I can't say enough about Brian Electric. This was our third time hiring Brian to help with renovations. His work is exceptional and we are very impressed with his knowledge/quality of his work. We will definitely hire him again in the future!!

  • Bridget D.Google review

    Brian was amazing. He was able to come the same day I called. He was able to quickly diagnose and fix the problem. He was very informative and answered all of my questions. I will definitely recommend and will be using his services again.

  • Robert P.Google review

    Brian installed a Kitchen Light fixture over my Kitchen Island. He arrived on time, was very professional and had the experience and know-how to install what I would consider a difficult installation in a short amount of time.

  • Jackie V.Google review

    If I could give 10 stars I would. He was so helpful with my major project, and really looked out for my best interests. He even took on a spontaneous smaller project that popped up as he was finishing the larger one!

  • Robin L.Google review

    He came and installed a new light above our kitchen sink. Excellent work, prompt service and a truly good guy. What more could you ask for? We will definately call Brian for any work we may need in the future. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of quality electrical work!

  • Barbara M.Google review

    Brian traced down our light and receptical outage. He made the repair in under an hour and had our home in working order again.

  • De K.Google review

    I cannot say enough good things about Brian Electric. He's corrected other marginal work and has completed all sorts of jobs in the past with excellent craftsmanship. I only wish there was more of Brian to go around!

  • Martin M.Google review

    Brian Electric has provided us with quality, on-time service for all of our electrical needs in the house we moved into a year ago.

  • Robby C.Google review

    Super professional! Great quality work with attention to detail. Highly recommend. This is my new go to electrical contractor!

  • Brandon S.Google review

    On time, professional and excellent quality work. Brian Electric is one of the best electricians we've worked with.

Service Area

Residential Electrical Service in Durham and the Triangle

We are based in Durham and work in homes across the Triangle. Call to check if we serve your town.

Neighborhoods We Serve

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FAQ

Residential Electrical FAQs

Have a question about your home's wiring? Call and ask, and we will help you work out the next step.

Call (984) 271-2113

Do you handle permits for home electrical work?

Yes. When a job needs a permit, such as a panel upgrade or new circuits, we pull it and set up the inspection. You do not have to deal with the inspections office yourself.

Do you charge extra for nights or weekends?

No. A night or weekend visit costs the same as a weekday visit. Our emergency line is open 24/7.

How fast can you get here in an emergency?

We are usually at your door in 40 to 50 minutes. If you smell burning or see sparks, stay away from the area and call us right away.

Do you work on older homes?

Yes. Many homes around Durham still have fuse boxes, two-prong outlets or old wiring. We repair what is safe to keep and update what is not.

Are your estimates free?

Yes. We look at the job and give you the price before any work starts. Not sure what you need? Call and describe the problem, and we will tell you what kind of visit makes sense and what it costs.

Do you also work on businesses?

Yes. Besides homes, we do light commercial work for offices, shops and restaurants, including lighting, wiring and repairs.

Call 24/7: (984) 271-2113