Electrical Repairs & Upgrades in Wilmington, NC
Pamlico Electric & Solar provides electrical repairs and upgrades for homes and businesses in Wilmington and throughout Pender, Brunswick and New Hanover counties, as well as other areas of Eastern North Carolina. From outlets and lighting to dedicated circuits, panel upgrades, and new equipment connections, we help you plan the work around your property and needs.
We review the existing electrical setup, explain recommended work, and provide clear pricing before moving forward. If troubleshooting is needed first, we explain the service charges before scheduling.
How We Can Help
We handle everyday electrical repairs and larger upgrades, including:
- Outlets & Switches: Replace existing devices or add connections where you need them.
- Lighting & Ceiling Fans: Install or replace indoor and outdoor fixtures, switches, and fans.
- Troubleshooting & Repairs: Investigate flickering lights, tripping breakers, faulty circuits, and other electrical problems.
- Dedicated Circuits: Add circuits for appliances, tools, EV chargers, and other equipment.
- Panels & Service Upgrades: Review capacity and plan panel replacements, subpanels, or electrical service upgrades.
- Wiring & Surge Protection: Repair or replace wiring and install whole-home surge protection.
Have several items on your list? Send them together so we can quote the combined work.
Plan Your Electrical Upgrades Together
Adding solar, battery backup, a generator, or an EV charger can affect your property’s electrical needs. We review the existing panel, available capacity, and equipment requirements so the work is planned together.
If you’re considering future upgrades, tell us during the planning stage. We can discuss circuit locations, wiring routes, and panel options that may help avoid repeating work later. Your quote will distinguish the work needed now from optional improvements.
Electrical Service Pricing
Common Replacements
Outlet or switch replacement: starting at $375 per visit
GFCI outlet replacement: starting at $395 per visit
Light fixture replacement: starting at $375, plus the fixture
Ceiling fan replacement: starting at $450, plus the fan
These starting prices cover one standard replacement using existing wiring. Ceiling fan replacement assumes an existing fan-rated electrical box. Multiple items can be quoted together.
Circuits, Panels & Upgrades
Dedicated circuit installation: $450–$1,200
Whole-home surge protection: starting at $750
Subpanel installation: starting at $1,200
Electrical panel replacement: $2,500–$4,500
Electrical service upgrade: $4,000–$8,000+
Pricing depends on access, wiring routes, existing conditions, and the work required. Wiring repairs, major modifications, and complex installations may cost more. Your quote identifies required permits, plans and engineering, associated fees, and applicable utility service-drop work included in the project.
Diagnostics & Travel
Diagnostic and troubleshooting charges are confirmed before booking. Fixed-price services include travel within one hour of our Wilmington office. Any additional travel is included in your quote before booking.
Tell Us What You Need
Send us your property address and a description of the electrical work you need. Photos of the fixtures, equipment, or work area can help us understand the project.
Whether you have one repair or several upgrades in mind, we’ll explain the next step and confirm pricing or diagnostic charges before scheduling.