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Massachusetts Electrical For The Electrified Home.

200-amp panel upgrades, EV charger install with MOR-EV rebate, Tesla Wall Connector, Generac and Kohler standby generators, knob-and-tube removal, smart home, and 24/7 emergency electrician dispatch. Massachusetts Master Electrician on every job — the only license that lets us pull permits and sign off on Mass-code work.

Electrical in Massachusetts is no longer about replacing fuses. The Commonwealth is electrifying — heat pumps, EV chargers, induction ranges, heat pump water heaters, smart home loads — and most pre-1990 Massachusetts homes were wired for 100-amp service when the average home pulled 30 amps at peak. Today's electrified home routinely needs 200 amps. We hold the Massachusetts Master Electrician license required to pull permits, are MOR-EV authorized for EV charger rebate filing, and run a 24/7 emergency dispatch for storm damage, panel failure, and electrical fires. Knob-and-tube removal in pre-1940 Boston homes is a routine specialty.

Why Massachusetts Electrical Is Different

  1. Electrification stacks loads fast. Heat pump (40–60A) + EV charger (50A) + induction range (40A) + tankless water heater (80A peak) = 210+ amps before lights and outlets. Most older MA homes need a 200-amp panel upgrade just to enable basic electrification.
  2. MOR-EV rebate program. Massachusetts MOR-EV provides rebates for residential EV charger installation when paired with eligible EV purchase. We are MOR-EV authorized — we file the rebate as part of the install.
  3. Knob-and-tube is unsafe + non-insurable. Most pre-1940 Boston, Cambridge, Somerville housing has knob-and-tube in walls. Massachusetts code does not allow new circuits to be added to K&T. Many home insurers refuse to insure homes with active K&T. We replace it during any major electrical upgrade.
  4. Mass Save income-eligible panel upgrade rebate. Income-eligible homeowners frequently qualify for free panel upgrades when paired with electrification.

The 5 Pillar Electrical Services

Planning a Heat Pump or EV Charger?

Most MA homes need a panel upgrade first. Free load calculation tells you exactly what you need — and we coordinate the entire scope as one project.

All 18 Electrical Services

Panel, Service & Rewiring

EV Charging

Generators & Backup Power

Lighting & Smart Home

Repair & Emergency

Massachusetts Electrical Cost Reality

ServiceRangeNotes
200-amp panel upgrade$3,500 – $6,500Income-eligible: free via Mass Save
EV charger install (Level 2)$1,200 – $3,500Less MOR-EV rebate
Tesla Wall Connector$1,400 – $3,800Hardwired, includes unit
Standby generator (Generac 14kW)$8,500 – $14,000With transfer switch + fuel hookup
Standby generator (22kW whole-home)$13,000 – $22,000Larger MA homes, all loads
Knob-and-tube removal (per circuit)$1,200 – $3,500Includes drywall/plaster restore
Whole-home rewiring$12,000 – $25,000Typical 2,000 sq ft, copper Romex
Recessed lighting (per fixture)$140 – $280LED, includes housing + trim
Emergency electrician dispatch$200 – $400Credited toward repair

The Brands We Install

  • Square D QO & Homeline panels
  • Eaton CH series panels
  • Siemens service entrance
  • Tesla Wall Connector + Universal
  • ChargePoint Home Flex
  • Wallbox Pulsar Plus
  • JuiceBox 40 / 48
  • Generac Guardian standby (PWRcell)
  • Kohler Power standby
  • Lutron Caséta smart lighting
  • Philips Hue smart lighting

Cross-Trade Coordination

  • Panel upgrade + heat pump install. Most pre-1990 MA homes need panel headroom for a heat pump. Coordinated as one project, single permit pull.
  • EV charger + panel upgrade. Existing 100A panels often can't accommodate a Level 2 charger without load shedding. We do load calculation, panel upgrade, and EV install as one scope.
  • Knob-and-tube removal + wall insulation. K&T cannot be insulated over per code. Replace K&T then drill-and-fill insulation when walls are open. Mass Save rebates stack.
  • Generator + gas line services. Standby generators run on natural gas or propane. Master Gas Fitter on staff.

Our Electrical Warranty

Manufacturer warranty
Full coverage on Square D, Eaton, Siemens, Tesla, ChargePoint, Generac, Kohler (registered on your behalf).
Pro Build workmanship guarantee
5 years on installation labor — wiring, terminations, panel work, EV charger commissioning, generator installation. Return at no cost.
Code compliance guarantee
All work passes Massachusetts 527 CMR 12.00 and NEC 2023 inspection. We file every required permit and schedule the inspection.
MOR-EV rebate guarantee
If your EV charger install does not receive the MOR-EV rebate due to filing error on our side, we credit the difference.

Electrical FAQs

Massachusetts Electrical Questions Answered.

Why do I need a 200-amp panel upgrade for a heat pump or EV charger?

Most Massachusetts homes built before 1990 have 100-amp service already near capacity. Adding a heat pump (40–60 amps) or EV charger (50 amps) requires headroom — a 200-amp panel upgrade gives the capacity and resets the home's electrical baseline. Adding an induction range or tankless water heater also requires the upgrade.

Are MOR-EV rebates available for EV charger installation?

Yes. The Massachusetts MOR-EV program provides rebates for residential EV charger installation when paired with an eligible EV purchase. We are MOR-EV authorized and file the rebate application as part of the install — homeowner provides EV purchase documentation, we handle the rest.

Do you install Tesla Wall Connectors?

Yes. Tesla Wall Connector (current generation), Tesla Universal Wall Connector (J1772 + NACS), ChargePoint Home Flex, Wallbox Pulsar, and other major Level 2 chargers. Hardwired or NEMA 14-50 outlet install. We also do load calculations for homes near service capacity to determine if a panel upgrade is needed first.

Can you replace knob-and-tube wiring in older Massachusetts homes?

Yes. Massachusetts code does not allow new circuits to be added to knob-and-tube. We replace knob-and-tube alongside any major electrical upgrade and coordinate with insulation contractors when walls are open — K&T cannot be insulated over per code. Most home insurers refuse to insure homes with active K&T.

What generators do you install?

Generac, Kohler, and Briggs & Stratton standby generators (10kW–26kW). Whole-home transfer switches. Natural gas or propane fuel. Often bundled with panel upgrade for older homes. Critical for Massachusetts winter storm outages — average MA home loses power 1–2 times per year.

Do you provide 24/7 emergency electrician service?

Yes. Electrical fires, panel failures, sparking outlets, and storm-damage service drops dispatched 24/7 in Greater Boston. 5-minute Master Electrician response. Same-day for outer Massachusetts. We coordinate utility company for service-drop replacement after fallen-tree damage.

Is income-eligible Mass Save panel upgrade really free?

For income-eligible Massachusetts homeowners (under 60% of state median income) when paired with electrification (heat pump, etc.) — often yes, 100% covered under Mass Save's enhanced income-eligible programs. We verify eligibility during the Home Energy Assessment and coordinate the panel upgrade with HVAC scope.

How long does a 200-amp panel upgrade take?

Typical 200-amp panel upgrade: 1–2 days. Includes utility coordination for service-drop replacement (4-hour power outage during the swap), new meter socket, new load center, all new circuits transferred and labeled, grounding to current code. Permit pulled and inspected.

Heat Pump? EV Charger? Generator?

Free load calculation. MA Master Electrician on every quote. MOR-EV rebate filed by us. 24/7 emergency dispatch.