Top 5 Electricians
in St. Catharines
We compared 5 Electricians serving St. Catharines, Ontario using publicly available business information, including customer reputation, local presence and documented services. Across the businesses featured here, documented specialties include Electrical panel upgrades, EV charger installation, and Circuit breaker repair.
≈ St. Catharines’s featured electricians have a FiveBest Score in line with the Ontario benchmark.
For electricians in St. Catharines, Kraun Electric Inc provides residential, commercial and industrial electrical work. Documented services include panel upgrades, breaker repair, wiring and rewiring, whole-home generators, EV charger installation and commercial electrical maintenance.
Electrical panel upgrades · Circuit breaker repair · Wiring and rewiring
For electrical work in St. Catharines, Emcor Electric Group Inc. has documented capabilities in panel and service upgrades, lighting installation and upgrades, generator installation, troubleshooting, and commercial electrical repair.
Panel and service upgrades · Lighting upgrades and installation · Generator installation
For electricians in St. Catharines, Rosemore Electric Inc. has documented capabilities for new-build and renovation wiring, electrical panel upgrades, EV charger installation, safety inspections and lighting installation.
New-build and renovation wiring · Electrical panel upgrades · EV charger installation
Powered Electric Niagara lists St. Catharines among its service areas and provides residential electrical work, including diagnostics, inspections, service upgrades and EV charger installations. Its 24/7 emergency availability is relevant for urgent power-loss, breaker and wiring problems, while upgrades can support added electrical loads.
Electrical diagnostics · Electrical inspections · Electrical service upgrades
EL – Local Electrician, Electrical and Security Systems is listed at a St. Catharines address and operates through YYZ Electric. Its documented residential electrical work includes panel upgrades, EV charger installation, lighting, outlet and fixture replacement, plus wiring and rough-ins. The company also advertises 24/7 emergency electrical service calls.
Electrical panel upgrades · EV charger installation · Indoor and outdoor lighting
St. Catharines electricians are in line with the Ontario benchmark
Featured electricians in St. Catharines have a median FiveBest Score™ of 75/100, compared with 75/100 for featured electricians across Ontario.
Among nearby FiveBest markets, electricians in Niagara Falls (76/100) scores higher, while Welland (69/100) scores below St. Catharines.
Comparison based on profiles currently featured by FiveBest in this category with an available FiveBest Score™.
How we researched Electricians in St. Catharines
FiveBest reviews publicly available information for Electricians serving St. Catharines.
- Google rating and review history
- Documented services
- Years in business when available
- St. Catharines and surrounding service coverage
- Business website and online presence
- Independent reputation signals when available
Research last updated: September 2026
Typical Electrical Service Price Ranges
Price ranges are based on typical industry averages. Actual costs may vary according to diagnosis, labour, materials, panel capacity, wiring condition, accessibility, permits and local market conditions.
- Service call $120–$250
- Outlet or switch install $150–$350
- Light fixture install $150–$450
- EV charger installation $700–$2,500
- Panel upgrade $2,500–$5,000+
Common Services
- Electrical repair in St. Catharines
- Electrical panel upgrade in St. Catharines
- EV charger installation in St. Catharines
- Lighting installation in St. Catharines
- Outlet and switch installation in St. Catharines
- Home rewiring in St. Catharines
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Compare electricians in St. Catharines for troubleshooting, panel upgrades, EV charger installation, lighting, outlets, rewiring, surge protection, smoke detectors, electrical inspections and emergency repairs. FiveBest helps users compare selected local electrical contractors.
Compare selected electricians in St. Catharines for electrical repairs, panel upgrades, EV chargers, lighting, rewiring, inspections and emergency electrical service.
Confirm the electrician or electrical contractor meets the licensing requirements that apply to the work and location.
Ask whether a permit or inspection is required and who is responsible for arranging it.
Compare labour, materials, equipment, permit costs and any diagnostic or service-call charges.
Choose experience relevant to your project, such as panels, EV chargers, rewiring, lighting or troubleshooting.
For new loads, ask how panel and service capacity will be assessed before installation.
Ask about workmanship warranty, product warranty, timing and any required utility coordination.
What Affects Electrical Service Costs
- Type of electrical work
- Diagnostic time
- Panel and service capacity
- Wiring condition
- Materials and equipment
- Accessibility and cable routing
- Permits and inspections
- Emergency or after-hours service
- Project complexity
Questions to Ask an Electrician
- Are you licensed for this type of electrical work where required?
- Is a permit or inspection required?
- Does the quote include labour, materials and permit costs?
- Does my panel or electrical service have enough capacity?
- What equipment or product specifications are included?
- What workmanship and manufacturer warranties apply?
- How long will the work take?
- Will power need to be shut off and for how long?
Frequently Asked Questions
Electrical costs depend on the service, diagnosis, labour time, materials, wiring condition, accessibility, permits and whether emergency service is required. Ask for a written estimate that separates labour, materials and permit costs.
An upgrade may be needed when adding major equipment, an EV charger, electric heating or renovations, or when the existing panel lacks capacity, uses obsolete components or shows signs of deterioration.
Many electrical contractors install EV chargers after checking panel capacity, available circuits, cable routing, charger specifications and permit requirements. A load calculation may be required.
Electrical additions and changes should be completed according to applicable codes and permit rules. A qualified electrician can assess circuit capacity, grounding and safe installation.
Some companies provide emergency help for power loss, sparking, burning smells, damaged panels, exposed wiring or other urgent hazards. Keep clear of unsafe equipment and contact the appropriate emergency service when necessary.
Compare required licensing, insurance, experience with the project, written estimates, permit handling, product specifications, warranties, scheduling and recent customer reviews.