Electricians in Eau Claire, WI: 26 Top-Rated Electrical Contractors

Updated October 12, 2026. 26 contractors checked. Reviewed by the Eau Claire Home Services editorial team.

Below is a directory of electricians serving Eau Claire and the Chippewa Valley, with Google ratings and phone numbers from public sources, checked October 2026.

Top-Rated Electricians in Eau Claire & Chippewa Falls

Electricians serving Eau Claire, WI, listed alphabetically
Business Name	Phone
Alger Electric, LLCservicextc.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 726-1278
Review landscape Google reviewers praise kind, detail oriented electricians who explain the work, including a full rebuild after a fire. Google: rated 4.5 out of 5 from 16 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
AMR Electricamrelectricwi.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 861-3948
Review landscape Google reviewers praise fast emergency response, affordable panel replacements and quick coordination with the utility after storm damage. They describe the staff as knowledgeable. Google: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 8 reviews, updated Oct 12, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
Apex Electric Services LLCapexelectricservicesllc.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 495-4766
Review landscape Google reviewers praise careful wiring and fixture work, clear communication and explanations, and work areas left cleaner than before. Google: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
B & B Electric Incbandbelectric.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 832-1676
Review landscape Google reviewers often mention friendly, skilled technicians, quick appointments and reasonable pricing, though some complain about company truck driving. Yelp reviews are mixed, with older billing disputes from 2017 and 2018 alongside praise for quick generator and repair work. Google: rated 4.4 out of 5 from 53 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab) Yelp: rated 3.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews, updated Oct 11, 2026. View on Yelp (opens in a new tab)
Badger State Electric LLCbadgerstateelectric.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 505-7474
Review landscape Google reviewers describe methodical commercial work, fast response and a dependable crew that customers call back for repeat jobs. Google: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 17 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
Benson Electrical LLCweb.cvhomebuilders.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 834-5978
Review landscape Google reviewers have mentioned friendly, informative technicians and same day help in the past. Google feedback from 2026 describes a missed appointment and unanswered calls. Google: rated 3.8 out of 5 from 10 reviews, updated Oct 11, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
Buck Country Electricbuckcountryelectricwi.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 558-6620
Review landscape Google reviewers describe fair, honest quotes, promptness and knowledgeable crews on rewiring and remodel work. Yelp reviews include praise for same day and weekend repairs and a 2024 customer service complaint. Google: rated 4.8 out of 5 from 25 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab) Yelp: rated 3.7 out of 5 from 3 reviews, updated Oct 11, 2026. View on Yelp (opens in a new tab)
Chippewa Valley Electrical Contractors (CVEC)chippewavalleyelectricalcontractors.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 713-0123
Review landscape Google reviewers frequently mention courteous staff, prompt arrivals and efficient technicians. Recent reviews praise panel and wiring upgrades with help on rebates, and fast jobs from estimate to completion. Google: rated 4.9 out of 5 from 121 reviews, updated Oct 9, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
East Hill Electriceasthillelectric.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 894-0203
Review landscape Google reviewers mention helpful staff, clean work and good response times, with competitive quotes that stick to schedule. A 2023 Yelp review praises a friendly, knowledgeable electrician. Google: rated 4.8 out of 5 from 37 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab) Yelp: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review, updated Oct 11, 2026. View on Yelp (opens in a new tab)
Gibson Electric	(715) 875-4894
Review landscape Google reviewers describe proactive communication, good prices and diligent same day service. Several are repeat customers across multiple projects. Google: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
GMS Electricgmselectric.net (opens in a new tab)	(715) 533-6318
Review landscape Reviewers on Google and Angi describe quick, clean, quality work on outlets, panels and fixtures, with problems caught proactively. Several are repeat customers who found them easy to work with. Google: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 12 reviews, updated Oct 13, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab) Angi: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews, updated Oct 11, 2026. View on Angi (opens in a new tab)
H&R Electric Inchr-electricinc.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 723-2977
Review landscape Google reviewers praise knowledgeable staff, good workmanship and smooth standby generator installs with follow through on warranty repairs. Yelp reviews are split between a 2018 positive visit and a 2023 complaint about unanswered questions after a generator purchase. Google: rated 4.7 out of 5 from 21 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab) Yelp: rated 3.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews, updated Oct 11, 2026. View on Yelp (opens in a new tab)
Hudson Electric, Inc.hudsonelectric.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 723-3661
Review landscape Google reviewers describe dependable commercial wiring and forthright staff, and a 2016 Yelp review praises a quick weekend repair that came in under the quote. One older Google review complains about a company truck tailgating. Google: rated 4.4 out of 5 from 9 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab) Yelp: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review, updated Oct 11, 2026. View on Yelp (opens in a new tab)
JER Electric LLC	(715) 379-2391
Review landscape Google reviewers describe a responsive, knowledgeable electrician who is quick, efficient and easy to work with. Google: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 14 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
Kelly Heating & Electric, LLCkellyheatingandelectric.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 832-6909
Review landscape Google reviewers frequently mention furnace quotes and installs, friendly technicians and electrical work, including prompt scheduling with clear options. Yelp reviews are mixed, with praise for no upsell furnace checks alongside complaints about repeat visits and office staff. Google: rated 4.8 out of 5 from 302 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab) Yelp: rated 3.4 out of 5 from 5 reviews, updated Oct 11, 2026. View on Yelp (opens in a new tab)
Lew Electricelectriclew.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 797-0297
Review landscape Reviewers on Google and Yelp praise standby generator installs and service, competitive pricing, on time arrivals and quick replies. Yelp reviewers also describe same day fixes and well coordinated panel upgrades. Google: rated 4.9 out of 5 from 31 reviews, updated Oct 13, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab) Yelp: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews, updated Oct 11, 2026. View on Yelp (opens in a new tab)
Mallum Electricmallumelectriceauclaire.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 830-9969
Review landscape Older Google reviews describe a very helpful, knowledgeable shop whose owner makes himself available for questions. Google: rated 4.8 out of 5 from 5 reviews, updated Oct 13, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
Modern Electricalmodernelectricalec.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 797-7505
Review landscape Google reviewers describe quick, clean and professional work on EV chargers, panels and underground lines, finished on time. One reviewer praises a long renovation collaboration. Google: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 11 reviews, updated Oct 12, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
NEI Electricneielectric.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 831-8752
Review landscape Google: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
North Country Electric Service LLCncelectricservice.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 201-9035
Review landscape Google reviewers describe quick furnace, central air and mini split installs, with several options offered and professional work. A 2026 Yelp review praises fast contact and personal service. Google: rated 4.6 out of 5 from 25 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab) Yelp: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review, updated Oct 11, 2026. View on Yelp (opens in a new tab)
Rooster Electric, LLC	(715) 271-2085
Review landscape Older Google reviews describe an accommodating, friendly electrician who takes small jobs, asks before starting and cleans up, at reasonable prices. Google: rated 4.9 out of 5 from 11 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
Roshell Electric Incroshellelectric.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 723-2881
Review landscape Google: rated 4.2 out of 5 from 5 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
TJ Electric Inc.tjelectricinc.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 834-0400
Review landscape Google reviewers describe friendly, knowledgeable technicians and good field work, though a few say the office can be slow to call back. Yelp reviews include years of satisfied service and an older complaint about time billed. Google: rated 4.3 out of 5 from 18 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab) Yelp: rated 3.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews, updated Oct 11, 2026. View on Yelp (opens in a new tab)
Van Ert Electric Company, Inc.vanert.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 514-5558
Review landscape Google: rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
Will Smith Electric, LLCwillsmithelectric.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 299-0775
Review landscape Google reviewers describe a professional, on time crew that leaves the site clean and does not oversell work. Several are repeat customers. Google: rated 4.5 out of 5 from 17 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)
Zank Electric L.L.C.zankelectric.com (opens in a new tab)	(715) 379-6289
Review landscape Google reviewers describe polite, professional and helpful technicians who arrive quickly, communicate well and offer good value. Google: rated 4.5 out of 5 from 8 reviews, updated Oct 6, 2026. View on Google (opens in a new tab)

How We Collect Ratings

Ratings on this page come from each business's public profiles on Google, BBB, Yelp, Angi, and Houzz. Each platform rating shows the date it was last updated. We publish only the star rating and review count, never review text. We only show a platform when the business has reviews there.

State of Electricians in Eau Claire, 2026

Compiled from the public Google Business Profiles of the 26 contractors on this list, checked October 2026.

Contractors checked

4.7 stars

Average Google rating

13 reviews

Median review count

23 of 26

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Electricians in Eau Claire: Licensing, Permits & Inspections

Two things shape much of the residential electrical work in the Chippewa Valley: long winters and older houses. Cold months put steady loads on circuits from space heaters, engine block heaters, heat tape, and furnace blowers, so circuits that seemed fine in July can start tripping breakers in January. Ice storms and heavy snow bring outages that lead some households to add a generator, which should connect through a transfer switch or interlock so it cannot push power back onto utility lines. Older homes may also still have fuse boxes, ungrounded two-prong outlets, or a service sized long before heat pumps, induction ranges, and car chargers.

Wisconsin regulates this trade at both the business and the individual level. Under state law, a company that installs, repairs, or maintains wiring needs an electrical contractor license from the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS), and the people doing the wiring must be licensed or registered electricians, with a master electrician responsible at all times for the work of anyone who is not one. Inside the City of Eau Claire, an electrical permit is required before work starts on any new service, new wiring, or rewiring, and a licensed contractor pulls it for the jobs it performs. Expect a rough-in inspection before insulation or drywall covers the new wiring, then a final inspection that closes the permit. Outside city limits, ask the electrician which local office issues electrical permits.

Underground runs, such as a feed to a detached garage, a hot tub, or a yard light, are easier to schedule before the ground freezes, and they start with a call to Diggers Hotline at 811. Under Wisconsin law, that notice has to come at least three working days before digging starts, and according to Diggers Hotline, private lines such as an existing electric line to a garage or outbuilding are the owner's responsibility and will not be marked, so point out any buried wiring you know about. Inside the city, buried wiring also gets its own rough-in inspection before the trench is covered. Before work starts, ask whether the panel can carry the new load, which circuits will be added or replaced, when inspections happen, and how much wall or ceiling will be opened and patched.

Kitchen and bathroom projects often add circuits, and the electrical rough-in inspection comes before the walls are closed, so decide early who will handle the wiring if you are also comparing kitchen and bathroom remodelers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the best electrician in Eau Claire?

This directory does not rank electricians; compare the Google ratings and review counts listed above and request multiple quotes.

How do I check if an electrician is licensed in Wisconsin?

Search the person or business in the LicensE license lookup at license.wi.gov, the tool DSPS points to for trade credentials. The company should hold an electrical contractor license, and DSPS requires licensed electrical contractors to put the license number on all construction bids and contracts, so a written bid without one deserves a question. It is also fair to ask which master electrician is responsible for the job, since state law requires a master electrician to be responsible for wiring done by anyone who is not one.

Do I need an electrical permit in Eau Claire?

Usually, yes. The City of Eau Claire requires an electrical permit before work starts on any project that installs or adds to a service, feeder, or branch circuit. A licensed contractor takes out the permit for work it performs, while homeowners working in the house they live in take out their own. For minor repairs, ask the city's Inspections Division whether a permit applies. Outside Eau Claire city limits, check with the town, village, or city where the house sits.

Can I do my own electrical work in Wisconsin?

Yes, in limited cases. State law exempts a residential property owner from its electrical licensing requirements when wiring premises the owner owns and occupies as a residence, unless a local ordinance requires a license. In the City of Eau Claire that homeowner still needs an electrical permit and inspections, and all electrical work on anything other than a single-family, owner-occupied home must be done by a licensed contractor. A rental house you own but do not live in does not qualify.

How much does an electrical panel upgrade cost in Eau Claire?

It depends on how much of the service has to change along with the panel. The main factors are the size of the new service, whether the meter socket, service mast, or underground lateral must also be replaced, the distance between the meter and the panel, and how much existing wiring needs correcting to pass inspection. Utility coordination for the disconnect and reconnect, permit fees, and wall patching add to it. Ask for a written estimate that spells out what is included.

When should I call an electrician instead of the power company?

Call the electric utility first if the whole street is dark or a line is down, and stay well away from any fallen wire. Call an electrician when the problem is inside your own system: a breaker that trips repeatedly, a burning smell, warm or buzzing outlets, or lights that flicker on only one circuit. If you see smoke or flames, call 911 first. Some electricians offer after-hours service, so confirm night and weekend coverage before you need it rather than in the middle of an outage.

How were the electricians on this list selected?

Every listing comes from public Google Business Profile data for electricians that serve the Eau Claire area. Inclusion is free; no business pays to appear here. The list is not exhaustive, and other qualified electricians may serve the area.

How often is this list updated?

Ratings, review counts, and phone numbers on this page are rechecked on a recurring schedule, and the date of the most recent update appears at the top of the page. Businesses can be added or removed as they open, close, or change their public information.