Your home’s electrical system is the backbone of daily life. It powers the lights, keeps the heat running through brutal Maine winters, charges your devices, and protects your family. Yet most homeowners don’t think about their wiring until something goes wrong — a flickering light, a tripped breaker, or worse. At Josh LaFerriere Electric, we believe a little knowledge goes a long way. That’s why we put together this comprehensive guide covering every electrical service a Southern Maine homeowner might need.
Electrical Upgrades & Troubleshooting
Older homes in Portland, Westbrook, and Scarborough often have outdated wiring that struggles to keep up with modern power demands. If you’re noticing flickering lights, warm outlets, or frequently tripped breakers, it’s time for professional electrical upgrades and troubleshooting. Our licensed electricians diagnose the root cause and bring your system up to current NEC code — no guesswork, no band-aids.
Panel Replacements & Service Upgrades
Many homes in Southern Maine still run on 100-amp or even 60-amp panels that were installed decades ago. With the growing demand from EV chargers, heat pumps, and modern appliances, a panel replacement and service upgrade is one of the best investments you can make. We typically upgrade homes to 200-amp service, giving you plenty of capacity for today’s needs and tomorrow’s additions.
Emergency Electrical Repairs
Electrical emergencies don’t wait for business hours. A burning smell, a sparking outlet, or a complete power loss requires immediate attention. Our emergency electrical repair team is available when you need us most. We respond quickly to protect your home and family from potentially dangerous situations.
Generator Installations
Anyone who’s lived through a Maine ice storm knows how quickly a power outage can go from inconvenience to crisis. A professionally installed standby generator keeps your heat, refrigeration, well pump, and medical equipment running automatically when the grid goes down. We’re an authorized Generac dealer and handle everything from sizing and permitting to final installation and testing.
Transfer Switch Installation
If you already own a portable generator, a transfer switch installation is the safe, code-compliant way to connect it to your home’s electrical panel. Without a transfer switch, you risk back-feeding power into the grid — a serious hazard for utility workers and your own family. We install both manual and automatic transfer switches depending on your setup and budget.
EV Charger Installation
Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular across Maine, and charging at home is the most convenient option by far. Our EV charger installation service includes a load assessment to make sure your panel can handle the additional draw, dedicated circuit wiring, and professional mounting of your Level 2 charger. Whether you drive a Tesla, Rivian, or Chevy EV, we’ll get you set up.
Hot Tub & Sauna Wiring
Adding a hot tub or sauna to your home is a great way to relax, but the electrical work is not a DIY project. These units require dedicated 240V circuits with GFCI protection, proper wire gauge, and careful placement of disconnects. Our hot tub and sauna wiring service ensures everything is installed safely and to code so you can enjoy your investment worry-free.
Bathroom Fan Installation
Moisture is the enemy of any Maine bathroom. Poor ventilation leads to mold growth, peeling paint, and structural damage over time. A properly installed bathroom exhaust fan pulls humidity out at the source. We handle new installations, replacements, and upgrades to quieter, more energy-efficient models with built-in LED lighting and humidity sensors.
Remodel & Addition Wiring
Planning a kitchen renovation, finishing your basement, or adding a room? Every remodel project needs reliable electrical work from the start. Our remodel and addition wiring service covers everything from rough-in wiring and outlet placement to lighting design and final connections. We coordinate with your contractor to keep the project on schedule.
Whole-House Surge Protection
A single lightning strike or utility surge can destroy thousands of dollars in electronics, appliances, and HVAC equipment in an instant. Whole-house surge protection installs right at your main panel and stops voltage spikes before they ever reach your devices. It’s an affordable safeguard that pays for itself the first time it prevents damage.
Commercial Electrical Services
We don’t just serve homeowners. Business owners across Southern Maine count on us for dependable commercial electrical upgrades and troubleshooting, commercial panel replacements, and commercial emergency repairs. Whether you run a retail shop in Falmouth, a restaurant in South Portland, or an office in Gorham, we deliver the same quality and reliability that our residential customers have come to expect.
No matter what electrical project you’re facing, the most important step is choosing a licensed, insured electrician who stands behind their work. At Josh LaFerriere Electric, the owner is on every job. We offer free estimates, transparent pricing, and workmanship that meets or exceeds code every time. Ready to get started? Give us a call at (207) 899-9718 or request a free quote online.