Nampa Electrical Company handles residential and commercial electrical work across Nampa and Canyon County, Idaho. Whether a breaker keeps tripping at midnight or a business needs new circuits before a buildout, we scope the job on the call and confirm the price before anything is scheduled. We are available every day from 9 AM to 9:30 PM.
Simple scheduling. Pricing agreed up front. Power back fast.
Call (208) 565-3289 for a quote.
Whether it's a single outlet or a full panel upgrade, the starting point is always the same: trace the symptom to its source. Dead outlets, breakers that keep tripping, flickering lights, and rooms with no power at all are the calls we take most often. Each one points somewhere specific in the wiring, and finding that point is what electrical troubleshooting is about.
When an outlet stops working, the fix might be a tripped GFCI a few outlets away, a loose connection behind the device, or a wiring fault further back in the circuit. When a breaker won't reset, the panel may be showing you that something on that circuit is drawing more current than the wire can carry. Flickering lights can trace back to a loose connection, an overloaded circuit, or a failing breaker. Half a house losing power often points to a problem at the service entrance or inside the panel itself.
We check the panel, trace the circuit, and identify whether the issue is a simple repair or a sign that something deeper needs attention. Arc-fault and ground-fault breakers, GFCI and AFCI protection, and proper grounding and bonding all factor into a complete diagnosis. The same process applies whether the property is a single-family home, a rental, or a commercial building. You get a plain answer on repair versus upgrade before any work starts.
Call us and the rest is handled.
Electrical work like this comes up more than people expect, especially in homes that have not had panel work done in decades. A fuse box that is still running a modern home, a 100-amp panel being asked to carry the load of a 200-amp household, a main panel that trips constantly because the circuits are maxed out: these are not unusual situations, and they have a clear solution.
We handle breaker panel replacement, fuse box to breaker panel conversions, 100-amp to 200-amp upgrades, and full service-entrance and meter upgrades where the utility side of the connection needs attention. Load calculations determine what the home or building actually needs before any equipment is specified. When an addition, a detached garage, or an outbuilding needs its own circuits, a subpanel installation keeps the work clean and code-compliant without overloading the main panel.
Commercial properties in Nampa have the same capacity questions, and we handle commercial panel upgrades with the same process: scope the load, confirm the upgrade path, and get the work permitted and done. We show up ready to wire.
Let us handle the panel and the permits.
The sooner you call, the sooner the power is back on, and most outlet and switch work moves quickly once the scope is clear. Adding outlets to a room, replacing a failed outlet, installing GFCI protection in a kitchen or bathroom, putting weatherproof outlets on an exterior wall: these are straightforward jobs with a clear result.
GFCI and AFCI outlets protect against ground faults and arc faults in the areas where they are most likely to occur. Kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas all have code requirements for this protection, and older homes often have none of it. We install GFCI and AFCI outlets and breakers where they are needed, and we replace ungrounded outlets where grounding and bonding can be properly extended to the device.
Switch work follows the same pattern. Dimmer switch installation, three-way switch replacement, and standard switch upgrades are part of the same visit that handles outlet work. USB outlets, which combine a standard receptacle with built-in charging ports, are a common add-on when outlets are already being replaced. Commercial properties have the same outlet and wiring needs, and we handle those alongside residential work without treating them as a separate category.
We show up ready to work.
Ready to get the power back on? Lighting and ceiling fan work covers a wide range, from a single fixture swap to a full recessed lighting layout across multiple rooms. We install light fixtures of all types, run recessed lighting (can lights) in new and existing ceilings, and handle under-cabinet lighting for kitchens and workspaces.
Ceiling fan installation and replacement is a regular part of the work. When a fan needs a new circuit or a switch leg that was never run, we handle the wiring, not just the mounting. Existing ceiling boxes rated only for a light fixture need to be replaced before a fan goes up, and we take care of that as part of the install.
Outdoor lighting covers security lights, motion sensor lights, flood lights, landscape lighting, and any exterior fixture that needs a weatherproof connection and a properly run circuit. Commercial lighting installation, including retrofit projects and new fixture runs in office and retail spaces, is part of what we do. We take pride in the electrical work we leave behind, and that shows in how a finished lighting job looks and functions.
Whether it's a single outlet or a full panel upgrade, dedicated circuit work comes up any time a major appliance needs its own protected run. Electric dryers, ranges, wall ovens, and refrigerators all require dedicated circuits sized to their load. A 240V or 220V outlet for a dryer or range is not something that can share a circuit with other devices. We run the circuit, install the correct outlet, and confirm the panel has the capacity to carry it.
Whole-home rewiring and partial rewiring address older wiring that no longer meets current standards or that has become a safety concern. Knob-and-tube replacement, aluminum wiring remediation, and old wiring replacement in walls and attic spaces are all jobs we handle. The scope depends on the age of the home and what the inspection or fault diagnosis turns up.
Whole-home surge protection installs at the panel and protects connected equipment from voltage spikes that come in through the service entrance. A single surge event can damage appliances, electronics, and HVAC equipment simultaneously. A panel-mounted surge protector is a straightforward addition during panel work or as a standalone job.
With a local company, a question about the work gets a straight answer.
Installing a Level 2 EV charger at home starts with a dedicated circuit sized to the charger's output, typically a 50-amp, 240V circuit run from the panel to the garage or parking area. We check panel capacity before the circuit is specified: a panel already running near its limit may need an upgrade before the charger circuit can be safely added.
The charger itself can be hardwired or connected to a NEMA 14-50 outlet, depending on the equipment and the homeowner's preference. Either way, the wiring, the circuit breaker, and the connection are all part of the scope. Load calculations confirm what the panel can carry alongside the home's existing circuits.
We work as a local electrician for homeowners making the switch to electric vehicles, and we handle the full electrical side of the installation from panel to charger. Call us and the rest is handled.
Canyon County winters bring sub-freezing temperatures, ice storms, and wind events that can stretch power outages across multiple days, and the electrical load on a home during heating season pushes panels and circuits harder than most other times of year. Three services come up consistently because of it.
A generator transfer switch is what makes a generator safe and legal to connect to your home's wiring. Without one, backfeeding power into the utility line is a serious hazard. We install manual and automatic transfer switches, run the dedicated circuit from the panel to the generator connection point, and make sure the hookup is done to code. Portable generator hookups and standby generator wiring are both part of what we handle. In Canyon County, where rural properties can sit at the end of long distribution lines, a multi-day outage after an ice storm is not a hypothetical.
Nampa has a significant share of homes built before modern electrical loads were a consideration. A house wired for a 100-amp service in an earlier decade was not designed to carry electric heating loads, EV chargers, and heat tape circuits simultaneously. Fuse box replacements, 100-amp to 200-amp upgrades, and capacity expansions for agricultural outbuildings and detached structures are all jobs that come up regularly here. When load growth is the driver, the panel is usually the starting point.
Heat tape keeps pipes from freezing and prevents ice dams from forming along roof edges during hard cold snaps. The electrical side of a heat tape installation involves a dedicated circuit, a thermostat-controlled outlet or connection, and proper load sizing so the circuit is not undersized for the tape's draw. We handle the circuit and the connection. Plumbing and roofing work falls outside what we do, but the power that runs the tape is our side of the job, and it needs to be done right to be effective and safe.
Electrical work like this comes up more than people expect in commercial settings, and the questions property managers and business owners ask are often the same ones homeowners ask: what is wrong, what does it cost to fix, and how long will it take. We handle commercial electrical repair, commercial wiring, office and retail electrical work, commercial lighting installation, and commercial panel upgrades. Electrical safety inspections for commercial properties are part of the same scope of work.
An electrical inspection is the right call before buying or selling a home, after a significant storm, before adding circuits to an older house, or any time the wiring age or condition is uncertain. We check panel condition, verify grounding and bonding, test outlet and breaker function, identify the wiring type, and note where GFCI and AFCI protection is missing or inadequate.
Older homes in the Nampa area sometimes still have aluminum branch-circuit wiring or knob-and-tube runs in the walls. An inspection identifies those situations before they become a repair call or an insurance issue. The report covers what is there, what meets current standards, and what should be addressed.
Electrician costs vary by job type, and a panel upgrade costs more than an outlet replacement for the same reason a roof replacement costs more than a shingle patch. What we do on the call is scope the job and give you the rate before anything is scheduled. Whether the question is about recessed lighting installation cost, EV charger installation cost, ceiling fan installation cost, outlet installation cost, or what a full rewiring project runs, the answer comes on the phone, not after someone is already at the house.
The price is confirmed before the visit is booked. The scope is settled before any work starts. There are no estimates handed over after the fact.
Pick the date. We do the wiring. We clean up after.
We work throughout Nampa and the broader Canyon County area, including Caldwell, Meridian, Kuna, Middleton, Wilder, and Notus. If you are in the Treasure Valley and need electrical work handled, call and we will confirm whether your address falls within our service area.
We serve Nampa and the wider Canyon County area, including Caldwell, Meridian, Kuna, Middleton, Notus, and Parma.
If your property is outside Nampa proper, call us at (208) 565-3289 and we will confirm whether your address falls within our service area.
Stop using the outlet or circuit immediately and do not reset a breaker that is connected to something that smells hot or is making noise.
Call us at (208) 565-3289 during our hours, 9 AM to 9:30 PM every day, and describe exactly what you are seeing so we can assess how urgently the visit needs to happen.
Start by checking your breaker panel for a tripped main breaker or a tripped double-pole breaker, and check whether your neighbors also lost power, which would point to a utility issue rather than something inside the house. If the breakers look fine and the problem is isolated to your property, call us and we will walk through the next steps on the phone before scheduling a visit.
Yes. We handle residential and commercial electrical work across Nampa and Canyon County, including single-family homes, rental properties, offices, retail spaces, and light commercial buildings. The process is the same regardless of property type: we scope the job on the call and confirm the price before scheduling.
We are open every day from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM, including weekends. Calls placed during those hours are answered, and we can discuss scheduling a visit based on what the current calendar allows.
Call us at (208) 565-3289 and describe the job.
We ask about the symptoms, the property type, and what you already know about the system, then give you the rate on the call before anything is booked. The price covers what we discussed, and the scope is confirmed before the visit is scheduled.
Pricing is based on what the job actually involves, not on square footage or panel size as a flat multiplier. A panel upgrade in a larger home may involve more circuits, which affects the scope, but we work through that on the call and give you a number based on the specifics rather than a formula.
It helps to describe the symptom as specifically as you can: which outlets or circuits are affected, whether the breaker tripped or just stopped working, whether there is any smell, sound, or warmth near the device, and roughly how old the panel is if you know it. The more detail you can share, the more accurately we can scope the job and give you a useful price on the call.
It depends on the job and the current schedule. Straightforward repairs and outlet work can often be scheduled within a few days. Larger jobs like panel upgrades or rewiring projects may need more lead time for permitting and materials. Call us and we will tell you what the schedule currently allows.
Nampa Electrical Company is available every day from 9 AM to 9:30 PM.
Call (208) 565-3289 and get the price on the phone before anything is scheduled.
Simple scheduling. Pricing agreed up front. Power back fast.
We show up ready to work.
Whether you are dealing with a tripped breaker that will not reset, an outlet that has stopped working, or a panel that cannot keep up with your home's demand, we cover the full range of residential and commercial electrical work in Nampa and the surrounding Canyon County area. The table below breaks down what each service involves, who it fits best, and what is practical to know before you call. Every job is scoped on the phone so you have a price before anything is scheduled.
| Service Type | What It Covers | Common Situations | Good to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Panel & Service UpgradesMost Popular | 100-amp to 200-amp upgradesService entrance workLoad calculationSubpanel installation | Older homes adding appliances, EV chargers, or electric heating | Permit and inspection requirements apply to panel and service work. We confirm what is required at your address before scheduling. |
| Lighting Installation | Recessed and LED fixturesUnder-cabinet lightingOutdoor and security lightsCommercial office and retail lighting | Homeowners upgrading interior lighting or adding outdoor security lighting | Outdoor lighting runs in Idaho need exterior-rated wiring and weatherproofing suited to freeze-thaw conditions. |
| Wiring & Rewiring | Knob-and-tube replacementAluminum wiring remediationPartial and whole-home rewiresModern circuit sizing | Older homes with wiring that cannot safely support current electrical loads | Aluminum branch-circuit wiring and knob-and-tube are not systems that can be patched indefinitely. We assess what is there before recommending a scope. |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection | Panel-level surge deviceWhole-house coverageProtection for appliances and electronicsSingle installation point | Homeowners with sensitive electronics or high-value appliances | A panel-level device covers every circuit in the home. Individual power strips only protect what is plugged into them. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits | Range, dryer, and refrigerator circuits240-volt circuit installationEV charger circuitsPanel capacity check | Homes adding a major appliance or a Level 2 EV charger | A dedicated circuit means one circuit, one load. Running a range or dryer on a shared circuit causes nuisance trips and can damage wiring over time. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | Fan and fixture swapBox upgrade for fan supportNew wiring where neededHomes and commercial spaces | Homeowners replacing a light fixture with a fan, or adding a fan where none existed | If the existing ceiling box is not rated for a fan, we upgrade it at the same visit before the fan goes up. |
| Backup Generator Installation | Transfer switch installationPanel hookup and wiringCircuit load scopingRural and well-pump properties | Canyon County homeowners who lose power during winter storms | The transfer switch is what keeps the generator from backfeeding onto the utility line while it runs. It is the most important part of a safe hookup. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair | Breaker replacementFuse panel assessmentCircuit testingLoad verification | Homes with repeatedly tripping breakers or an aging fuse box | A breaker that trips under normal load often signals a wiring fault or an overloaded circuit, not just a worn breaker. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation | GFCI and AFCI outletsDimmer and smart switchesCode-compliant groundingRental property compliance | Homeowners updating kitchens or baths, landlords during tenant turnover | GFCI protection is required by code in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor locations. We identify gaps in a single visit. |
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting | Flickering or dead lightsDead or warm outletsTripping breakersBurning smells traced to source | Any homeowner, landlord, or business with an active electrical symptom | We trace the fault before replacing anything, so you are not paying for parts that were not the problem. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections | Panel and breaker conditionGrounding and bonding checkGFCI and AFCI coverage reviewWritten findings | Home buyers, sellers, landlords, and owners of older homes | An inspection documents what is there, what meets current standards, and what should be addressed. Findings are written up after the visit. |
| Heat Tape Installation | Dedicated circuit for tape loadGFCI protection on exterior circuitsCrawl space and exposed-run wiringThermostat-controlled connections | Nampa homes with crawl spaces or exposed plumbing runs at risk of freezing | Heat tape wired without a dedicated circuit and proper GFCI protection is a common cause of nuisance trips in winter. We handle the circuit before anything is plugged in. |
Call us at (208) 565-3289 any day between 9:00 AM and 9:30 PM to get a price and talk through what the job involves.
(208) 565-3289