Licensed Electricians in Rhode Island
Rhode Island is covered end to end — 90 ZIP codes in 70 cities, from Providence down to small communities with a single ZIP. Every page below links to licensed local coverage, published 2026 price ranges and the questions worth asking before you hire.
24/7 emergency triage · licensed contractors only · free quotes
- Licensed electricians only — ask for the licence number and confirm it before work begins.
- 24/7 availability for genuine emergencies — burning smells, sparks, water damage and total power loss.
- Free phone triage: describe the symptom and find out whether it is urgent or can wait.
- Repairs tested under load before sign-off, not just switched on and left.
- Permits pulled where the job requires one, so the work is inspected and documented for resale.
Cities we cover in Rhode Island
70 cities and towns across Rhode Island have licensed electrical coverage. Start with the metro areas below, or jump to the full alphabetical list further down the page.
Providence, RI
Warwick, RI
Cranston, RI
Pawtucket, RI
Newport, RI
Wakefield, RI
Adamsville, RI
Albion, RI
Ashaway, RI
Barrington, RI
Block Island, RI
Bradford, RI
Bristol, RI
Carolina, RI
Central Falls, RI
Charlestown, RI
Chepachet, RI
Clayville, RI
Coventry, RI
Cumberland, RI
East Greenwich, RI
East Providence, RI
Exeter, RI
Fiskeville, RI
Forestdale, RI
Foster, RI
Glendale, RI
Greene, RI
Greenville, RI
Harmony, RI
Electrical services available in Rhode Island
Every service category below has licensed local coverage in Rhode Island. Each link goes to the state-specific page with scope, pricing and questions to ask.
24/7 Emergency Electrician
$150 – $850Electrical Repair & Troubleshooting
$145 – $650Electrical Panel Replacement
$1,300 – $4,000200 Amp Service Upgrade
$1,800 – $4,500Whole-House Rewiring
$8,000 – $30,000EV Charger Installation
$500 – $3,500Outlet, Switch & Receptacle Installation
$120 – $500Dedicated Circuit Installation
$200 – $900Circuit Breaker Replacement & Repair
$150 – $600GFCI & AFCI Protection
$150 – $500Whole-House Generator Installation
$4,000 – $18,000Ceiling Fan Installation
$150 – $600Recessed & LED Lighting Installation
$150 – $900Whole-House Surge Protection
$300 – $900Hot Tub & Spa Wiring
$400 – $2,000Aluminum Wiring Repair
$300 – $9,000Smoke & CO Detector Installation
$100 – $800Electrical Safety Inspection
$250 – $900Solar & Battery Storage Wiring
$1,500 – $12,000Commercial Electrical Services
$300 – $15,000What electrical work costs in Rhode Island
National 2026 planning ranges, included here so you can compare a local quote against real numbers rather than a verbal estimate.
Circuit Breaker Replacement & Repair — Rhode Island page
| Work | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit breaker replacement (standard single) | $150 – $350 | Includes a matched replacement breaker |
| Double-pole or 240V breaker replacement | $200 – $450 | Dryer, range, AC circuits |
| GFCI / AFCI breaker replacement | $200 – $500 | Costlier device, more testing |
| Circuit fault tracing behind repeated trips | $200 – $600 | Often the real problem |
| Obsolete-panel breaker sourcing | $250 – $600 | When available at all |
Whole-House Surge Protection — Rhode Island page
| 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 |
Solar & Battery Storage Wiring — Rhode Island page
| Work | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar interconnection at the main panel | $1,500 – $4,000 | Depends on busbar rating and method |
| Battery system electrical install (one unit) | $2,500 – $6,000 | Including transfer and critical loads |
| Critical-load sub-panel installation | $1,200 – $3,500 | Keeps essentials live in an outage |
| Main panel or service upgrade for interconnection | $1,800 – $4,500 | When the busbar rating is short |
| Inverter replacement or add-on circuit | $800 – $3,000 | Electrical scope only |
200 Amp Service Upgrade — Rhode Island page
| Work | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 100A to 200A overhead service upgrade | $1,800 – $3,500 | Most common configuration |
| 100A to 200A underground service upgrade | $2,400 – $4,500 | Trenching and conduit add cost |
| 200A to 400A service upgrade | $4,500 – $9,500 | Large homes, dual panels, heavy EV load |
| Meter base and mast replacement | $400 – $1,400 | Required when components are damaged |
| Load calculation and permit package | $150 – $600 | Often bundled with the upgrade |
Map of coverage in Rhode Island
Markers show the 14 largest covered cities in Rhode Island. Dispatch is local — contractors work from their own base within the region.
All covered cities in Rhode Island
70 cities and towns. Each links to its own page with ZIP codes, counties and local pricing.
- Providence
- Warwick
- Cranston
- Pawtucket
- Newport
- Wakefield
- Adamsville
- Albion
- Ashaway
- Barrington
- Block Island
- Bradford
- Bristol
- Carolina
- Central Falls
- Charlestown
- Chepachet
- Clayville
- Coventry
- Cumberland
- East Greenwich
- East Providence
- Exeter
- Fiskeville
- Forestdale
- Foster
- Glendale
- Greene
- Greenville
- Harmony
- Harrisville
- Hope
- Hope Valley
- Hopkinton
- Jamestown
- Johnston
- Kenyon
- Kingston
- Lincoln
- Little Compton
- Manville
- Mapleville
- Middletown
- Narragansett
- North Kingstown
- North Providence
- North Scituate
- North Smithfield
- Oakland
- Pascoag
- Peace Dale
- Portsmouth
- Prudence Island
- Riverside
- Rockville
- Rumford
- Saunderstown
- Shannock
- Slatersville
- Slocum
- Smithfield
- Tiverton
- Warren
- West Greenwich
- West Kingston
- West Warwick
- Westerly
- Wood River Junction
- Woonsocket
- Wyoming
Electrician FAQ for Rhode Island
What should I do while waiting for an electrician?
For an urgent fault, switch the affected circuit off at the panel and leave it off. If the panel itself is hot, smoking, sparking or wet, do not touch it and keep everyone away from it. Never pull a meter or open a panel, and never pour water on anything electrical.
Are electricians licensed in Rhode Island?
Electrical work is regulated in Rhode Island through a mix of state and local rules — some places license at state level, and some large metro areas operate their own municipal licensing and inspection. Always ask for the licence number and confirm it with the authority that issues it for your address before work begins.
Is 24-hour emergency electrical service available in Rhode Island?
Emergency requests are accepted around the clock for Rhode Island, including nights, weekends and holidays. Genuine hazards — burning smells, smoke, sparks, hot panels or water contacting wiring — are prioritised over routine calls. Switch off the affected circuit at the panel if you can reach it safely.
Which areas of Rhode Island have the most coverage?
The largest footprints in Rhode Island are Providence, Warwick, Cranston, Pawtucket, though every covered ZIP is routed by address rather than by city size.
What does an electrician cost in Rhode Island?
Rates in Rhode Island track the national band of roughly $50-$150 per hour for licensed residential work plus a $75-$200 trip fee, with most common jobs quoted flat-rate. Local labour cost, permit fees and housing stock move the numbers, and high-cost metro areas typically sit 10-25% above the national average.
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.
How many electricians cover Rhode Island?
The network covers 90 ZIP codes across 70 cities and 5 counties in Rhode Island. Requests are routed to licensed electrical contractors whose service area includes the address.
ZIP codes with coverage in Rhode Island
A sample of 50 ZIP codes from the largest cities. The full 90-ZIP list for Rhode Island is on the coverage page and in the sitemap index.
Need an electrician anywhere in Rhode Island?
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. Ask for the licence number, the trip fee and a flat price for the job.
Nationwide Electrician is a free referral service covering 18,671 ZIP codes across 47 states. We do not perform electrical work and do not set contractor prices. Licensing and permit rules vary within Rhode Island — verify your contractor’s licence locally.