Philadelphia Electrician — 19184
Every property in 19184 sits inside Philadelphia, Philadelphia County. When a breaker trips, a panel needs replacing or a charger needs wiring, that is the service area a local electrician is scheduling inside — not a call centre three states away.
The most useful thing you can do before calling is describe the symptom precisely — when it happens, which circuit, and what has changed recently. That converts a vague visit into a diagnosed repair.
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- Local crews who know your area’s permit office, inspection timelines and housing stock.
- Licensed electricians only — ask for the licence number and confirm it before work begins.
- Insurance and workers’ compensation verified before anyone arrives at your property.
- Repairs tested under load before sign-off, not just switched on and left.
- Every quote itemised — materials, labour, permit fee and anything that could change the scope.
Electrical work local to 19184
Philadelphia is served by licensed electricians working across 87 ZIP codes and 3 counties. The city page for Philadelphia lists every covered ZIP, and each service page explains what the job involves and what drives the price.
What people in Philadelphia call about
- Lights dim when the fridge, AC or microwave starts
- Wiring a smart switch, dimmer or USB charging receptacle
- Rust, corrosion or water staining inside the enclosure
- Water came into contact with outlets, wiring or the service panel
- Adding commercial kitchen, refrigeration or production equipment
- Bulbs fail far more often in one fixture than anywhere else
- Nuisance trips every time a specific appliance runs
If any of those are happening now, treat the circuit as suspect: switch it off at the panel and have it tested rather than resetting a breaker repeatedly.
Whole-House Surge Protection in Philadelphia — what it costs
Panel-mounted surge protective devices plus point-of-use protection for the electronics, pumps and appliances that surge strips never reach.
| Work | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Whole-house surge protective device (Type 2) | $300 – $700 | Panel-mounted with dedicated breaker |
| Premium SPD with higher surge rating | $450 – $900 | For lightning-prone areas |
| Grounding and bonding repair before SPD install | $250 – $800 | Often required for warranty coverage |
| Sub-panel surge protection | $350 – $750 | Detached garage, shop, pool equipment |
| Point-of-use protection review | $100 – $300 | Often bundled with the panel device |
Duration: typically 1-3 hours. Full Surge Protection guide for Pennsylvania.
Services available in 19184
Hot Tub & Spa Wiring
$400 – $2,000Whole-House Generator Installation
$4,000 – $18,000Electrical Panel Replacement
$1,300 – $4,000200 Amp Service Upgrade
$1,800 – $4,500Whole-House Rewiring
$8,000 – $30,000Outlet, Switch & Receptacle Installation
$120 – $500EV Charger Installation
$500 – $3,500Solar & Battery Storage Wiring
$1,500 – $12,000GFCI & AFCI Protection
$150 – $500What moves the price in Philadelphia
Things that lower it
- An existing circuit that can carry the new load
- Open access — attic, basement or crawlspace runs
- Bundling several small jobs into one visit
- Spare breaker positions already in the panel
Things that raise it
- Fishing new cable through finished plaster or drywall
- A panel that is full, undersized or a recalled brand
- Permitted work with inspection and utility coordination
- Damaged service entrance, meter base or mast
Local notes for 19184
- County: Philadelphia. Permit and inspection for most electrical work in this area is issued locally.
- Time zone: Eastern — emergency and after-hours availability follows local time.
- 87 ZIP codes inside this service area.
- Service radius is local: the crew dispatched is working in this area, not travelling from out of state.
Map of the Philadelphia service area
Amber marker: Philadelphia, PA 19184. Blue markers: nearby covered cities. The shaded ring shows a typical 15-mile local service radius — actual dispatch areas vary by contractor.
Nearby ZIP codes
Adjacent ZIP codes with licensed coverage. If your address sits on a boundary, either ZIP works.
Electrician FAQ for 19184
What does an electrician charge in Philadelphia, PA?
Expect the same structure as the national market: roughly $50-$150 per hour for licensed residential work plus a trip fee of about $75-$200, with most common jobs priced flat-rate per task. Local labour rates in Pennsylvania move the national ranges by roughly 10-25% either way, and panel capacity work starts around $1,300 and rises from there.
How much does an electrician cost per hour?
Licensed residential electricians generally charge in the $50 to $150 per hour range in 2026, plus a service call fee of roughly $75 to $200. Most companies now price common jobs flat-rate rather than hourly, which means the number you are quoted is the number you pay if the scope does not change.
What warranty should I expect?
Workmanship warranties are set by the contractor, and one to two years on labour is common on larger jobs, with manufacturers covering the equipment separately. Ask for the warranty terms in writing on the invoice, not verbally.
How do I know the electrician is licensed?
Ask for the licence number before work begins and confirm it with the licensing authority for your state or municipality. Electrical licensing is handled at state level in most of the country and at city or county level in a few large metro areas, so the correct place to verify depends on where you live. A licensed contractor will give you the number, and usually the insurance certificate too, without being asked twice.
Is 24/7 emergency service available for 19184?
Emergency requests are taken around the clock. Eastern time applies locally, and after-hours availability depends on the contractor on duty — genuine emergencies such as burning smells, smoke, sparks or water contacting live wiring are prioritised over routine work.
Do you have electricians covering the 19184 ZIP code?
Yes — 19184 (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia County) is inside the coverage network, and requests from this ZIP are routed to licensed electrical contractors working the Philadelphia area. Give the dispatcher the ZIP and the street so they can confirm the visit window.
Which county handles electrical permits for 19184?
This ZIP sits in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. Permit and inspection requirements for panel changes, service upgrades and new circuits are set locally, so confirm with the contractor whether a permit is required for your specific job and who is filing it.
Other ZIP codes in Philadelphia, PA
87 covered ZIP codes in Philadelphia. Jump straight to the one closest to your address.
- 19019
- 19092
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Need an electrician in Philadelphia 19184?
Free phone triage: describe what is happening and find out whether it needs a visit today or can be scheduled. No obligation, no charge for the call.
Call (619) 877-0478Call (619) 877-0478 any time. Ask for the licence number, the trip fee and a flat price for the job.
Nationwide Electrician is a free referral service connecting Philadelphia homeowners with licensed electrical contractors. We do not perform electrical work and we do not set the prices contractors charge. Coverage data for 18,671 US ZIP codes, last verified September 23, 2026.