Prevett Electric has been handling electrical work for Attleboro homeowners and businesses since 1978. Forty-eight years in this trade means we have seen every wiring problem, every aging panel, and every code-compliance challenge that Bristol County homes and commercial properties can throw at an electrician. The name on our trucks is our own. When you call, you reach someone who knows this area, knows the work, and can get a crew to your door.
Licensed electricians. Code-compliant wiring. Fair rates.
We built this business on the kind of electrical work neighbors pass along by word of mouth. That reputation matters to us, and we protect it on every job we take.
The sooner you call, the sooner the power is back on, and that is exactly how we think about repair calls. Flickering lights, dead outlets, a breaker that keeps tripping, a burning smell near a receptacle, a sparking outlet, or a partial outage in one part of your home - these are not problems to put off. Every one of those symptoms can point to something minor or something serious, and the only way to know is to have a licensed electrician look at it.
Flickering lights often mean a loose connection or a failing fixture, but they can also signal a problem at the panel. A dead outlet might be a tripped GFCI elsewhere on the circuit. A breaker that trips repeatedly is telling you the circuit is overloaded or there is a fault somewhere in the wiring. A warm outlet, a burning smell, or any sign of scorching near a receptacle is an urgent call.
We carry GFCI and AFCI protection devices on every service truck. When we find a circuit that lacks proper arc-fault or ground-fault protection, we address it as part of the repair conversation, not as an upsell. We back our repair work with a workmanship guarantee on every wiring job.
We get to the bottom of the problem fast.
Calling an electrician doesn't have to be stressful, even when the job is a full panel replacement or a service upgrade. We walk you through what we find, explain your options, and give you a clear picture of the work before anything starts.
Older panels get replaced for a few different reasons. Some have simply reached the end of their service life. Others were undersized when they were installed and can no longer carry the load a modern household puts on them. A 100-amp service that made sense decades ago often struggles to support today's appliances, EV chargers, and home additions. Upgrading to 200-amp service gives your home the capacity it needs and brings the service entrance up to current code.
We also install subpanels for garages, workshops, finished basements, and accessory structures. A subpanel lets you add circuits where you need them without running every wire back to the main panel. We perform load calculations before any upgrade so the new panel is properly sized for your actual usage.
When a new HVAC system or major appliance requires a dedicated circuit and adequate panel capacity, we handle the electrical supply side: the circuit, the disconnect, and the panel headroom to carry the load.
Call us and we'll walk you through the fix.
What sets our electricians apart is straightforward: we do the job right the first time and we follow the code, not just the minimum. That matters whether we are adding a single GFCI outlet in a bathroom or rewiring an entire kitchen for a remodel.
We install every outlet type a home or business might need. GFCI outlets go anywhere water is nearby - kitchens, bathrooms, garages, outdoor areas. AFCI protection is required on most new bedroom and living-space circuits under current code. USB outlets, outdoor receptacles rated for weather exposure, and garage outlets for tools and equipment are all standard work for us.
Switch upgrades are just as common. A dimmer switch in a dining room, a smart switch that works with a home automation system, or a simple replacement of a worn toggle - we handle all of it. Every outlet and switch we install is grounded, properly wired, and inspected before we leave.
Kitchen renovations, bathroom remodels, basement finishing, and home additions all create wiring needs that go beyond what the existing circuits can handle. We plan the rough-in, run the circuits, and make sure the finished work passes inspection.
We'll have your outlets working again in no time.
You shouldn't have to chase an electrician for answers, especially when the job is as straightforward as a new light fixture or a set of recessed cans. We schedule lighting work efficiently and show up prepared to finish it in one visit.
Inside the home, we install recessed lighting, ceiling fixtures, pendant lights, and under-cabinet lighting. Recessed LED installations are among the most common requests we get, and for good reason: they clean up a ceiling, improve light quality, and use less power than older fixtures. Under-cabinet lighting in a kitchen is a practical upgrade that makes a real difference in daily use.
Outside, we install security lighting, landscape lighting, pathway lights, and exterior fixtures for porches, garages, and entryways. Outdoor lighting is wired to code, properly weatherproofed, and positioned to do the job it is meant to do. Security lighting tied to motion sensors adds a layer of protection that many homeowners in the area find worthwhile.
We show up ready to work.
Ceiling fan installation is a frequent request, and the wiring requirements vary more than most people expect. Some ceiling boxes are rated for fan support and some are not. If the existing box needs to be replaced or a new circuit is required, we handle that as part of the installation.
Bathroom exhaust fans need to be wired to code, vented properly, and in some cases connected to a timer or humidity sensor switch. We install and replace exhaust fans in bathrooms and utility spaces throughout the area. Whole-house fans, which pull hot air out of the living space and into the attic, require their own circuit and a properly rated ceiling opening. We assess the wiring situation before the fan goes in, not after.
A dedicated circuit means one circuit, one appliance, no shared load. Electric dryers, ovens and ranges, refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, and microwaves all perform better and run more safely when they are not competing with other devices for capacity. Code requires dedicated circuits for most of these appliances, and for good reason.
Workshop equipment - table saws, compressors, welders - draws heavy current and needs circuits sized for that load. Home additions and finished basements often require new circuits from the ground up. We run the wiring, size the breaker correctly, and make sure everything is labeled and documented at the panel.
Dedicated circuits also come up in the context of EV chargers and backup generator connections, both of which we cover in the regional services section below.
Surge protection and electrical safety inspections go hand in hand, and both are worth scheduling before a problem forces the issue. A whole-home surge protector installs at the main panel and catches voltage spikes before they reach your appliances, electronics, and wiring. After a storm, after a utility event, or simply as a proactive measure, it is one of the more practical upgrades we offer.
Electrical safety inspections are useful in several situations: before buying an older home, after storm damage, when an insurance company flags a concern, or when you simply want to know what the wiring in a decades-old house actually looks like. Older Attleboro homes, many of which were built well before modern electrical codes, can have wiring conditions that are not visible from a light switch or outlet cover.
We protect your floors and finishes while we work. When an inspection leads to repair or upgrade work, we treat your home carefully from the first visit to the last.
The sooner you call, the sooner the power is back on - and that applies whether you are a homeowner dealing with a tripped breaker, a landlord managing a rental property, or a business owner who cannot afford downtime.
Homeowners call us for everything from a single outlet to a full panel upgrade. We handle small jobs and large ones with the same level of care. Landlords and property managers rely on us to keep rental units up to code, address tenant complaints quickly, and document the work for their records. We understand the practical pressures of managing multiple properties and we respond accordingly.
Commercial clients - offices, retail spaces, apartment buildings, and light industrial facilities - need electrical work done on a schedule that does not disrupt operations. We plan commercial jobs carefully and communicate clearly about timing and access. New construction electrical work is also in our wheelhouse, from rough-in through final inspection.
Bristol County has some of the oldest housing stock in Massachusetts, and Massachusetts has some of the oldest housing stock in the country. That means knob-and-tube wiring, aluminum branch circuits, and undersized panels are not rare finds here - they are common ones. At the same time, the region sees real winter weather, with Nor'easters and ice storms that knock out power for hours or days at a stretch. And EV adoption across the state is among the highest in the country. These three facts drive a significant share of the electrical work we do in Attleboro and the surrounding towns.
Knob-and-tube wiring was the standard in homes built before the 1950s, and a lot of homes in this part of Massachusetts still have it, either throughout the house or in sections that were never updated. The problem is not just age. Knob-and-tube has no ground wire, cannot safely support modern electrical loads, and is often cited by insurance carriers as a condition that affects coverage. Aluminum branch wiring, installed in many homes built in the 1960s and 1970s, carries its own risks at connections and terminations.
Rewiring a home is a significant project, and we approach it with a clear scope and a realistic timeline. We assess what is there, explain what needs to come out, and plan the new wiring to meet current code. Work performed by licensed electricians with experience in older New England homes means fewer surprises mid-project.
A Level 2 home EV charger runs on a 240-volt dedicated circuit, typically a 50-amp circuit for most home chargers. If your panel has the capacity, installation is straightforward. If it does not, we address the panel first. We perform a load calculation before any charger installation to confirm the panel can handle the added demand without affecting other circuits.
EV adoption in Massachusetts has grown steadily, and Attleboro residents are part of that trend. If you are bringing home a new electric vehicle and want a proper home charging setup rather than a slow trickle from a standard outlet, call us and we will size the circuit correctly from the start.
The electrical side of a generator installation is the transfer switch and the wiring that connects it to your panel. A transfer switch is what allows a generator to power your home safely without back-feeding the utility line. We install manual and automatic transfer switches, run the generator connection wiring, and integrate everything at the panel.
Nor'easters and ice storms in this region are not hypothetical. Extended outages happen here, and a properly wired backup generator gives you heat, refrigeration, and lights when the grid goes down. We handle the electrical connection. The generator itself is a separate conversation with your equipment supplier.
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When you need an electrician today, we do our best to get there today. Same-day scheduling is available for urgent situations, and we are reachable for after-hours calls when the problem cannot wait. We give you a clear price before work begins, with no surprises on the invoice.
We do not pad estimates or recommend work that is not needed. If a repair will solve the problem, we say so. If a larger upgrade is the right call, we explain why. Pricing is straightforward and based on the actual scope of the job.
It depends on your panel's current capacity and how much of it is already in use. A Level 2 EV charger typically requires a dedicated 50-amp, 240-volt circuit, and if your panel does not have the headroom for that load, we address the panel first. We perform a load calculation before any charger installation to confirm the numbers before we start work.
We run a dedicated 240-volt circuit from your panel to the charger location, size the breaker correctly, and make sure the installation meets Massachusetts electrical code. We pull the required permits and handle the inspection. The charger itself is your choice; we focus on the circuit, the wiring, and the connection point.
We back every wiring job with a workmanship guarantee. If something we installed or wired is not performing correctly due to our work, we come back and make it right. Call (508) 299-5163 and describe the issue; we will get it sorted without a runaround.
Yes. Permitted work is required for panel upgrades, service changes, new circuits, and most significant installations in Massachusetts. We pull the required permits and schedule the inspection as part of the job. Work that skips the permit process can cause problems when you sell or refinance, and we do not take that shortcut.
It usually means heat is building up somewhere it should not be, which can indicate a loose connection, an overloaded circuit, or a failing component. This is an urgent situation. Stop using the affected outlet or circuit, and call us right away. A burning smell near electrical equipment is not something to monitor and wait on.
GFCI protection is required in any area where water is nearby: kitchens, bathrooms, garages, laundry areas, and outdoor receptacles. AFCI protection is required on most new bedroom and living-space circuits under current Massachusetts electrical code. Many older Attleboro homes were built before these requirements existed, and we address missing protection as part of our standard repair and upgrade work.
Flickering in a single fixture usually points to a loose connection at that fixture or a failing bulb. Flickering that affects multiple rooms, or lights that dim noticeably when a large appliance turns on, can indicate a problem at the panel or an overloaded circuit. The second scenario warrants a call to a licensed electrician sooner rather than later.
Frequent breaker trips, outlets that feel warm, a fuse box instead of a breaker panel, lights that flicker regularly, and outlets with only two slots instead of three are all signs worth taking seriously. In older Attleboro homes, knob-and-tube or aluminum branch wiring may be present without any visible warning signs at all, which is why an inspection is the only reliable way to know what you have.
A panel that trips breakers frequently, runs out of open slots, or is rated at 60 or 100 amps in a home with modern appliances and charging equipment is a candidate for an upgrade. If you are adding an EV charger, a home addition, or a large appliance and the panel cannot support the added load, a 200-amp service upgrade is usually the right call. We perform a load calculation to confirm before recommending any upgrade.
For most wiring work, yes. The specific circuits or the main service will be de-energized for the portions of the job that require it. We coordinate with you in advance so you know what to expect and can plan around any outage. We work efficiently to keep downtime as short as possible.
We start with an assessment of what is there and what the job requires. From that, we give you a clear scope and a firm price before any work begins. For rewiring projects, we discuss the timeline, what areas of the home will be affected each day, and how we will protect your floors and finishes throughout. Larger jobs are scheduled in advance, and we communicate clearly at every stage.
Electric dryers, ovens and ranges, refrigerators, dishwashers, washing machines, and microwaves each need their own dedicated circuit sized for their load. Workshop equipment like table saws, compressors, and welders also require dedicated circuits. We run the wiring, size the breaker correctly, and make sure everything is labeled at the panel before we leave.
Prevett Electric has been doing this work in Attleboro and across Bristol County since 1978. Licensed electricians. Code-compliant wiring. Fair rates.
Whether you need a same-day repair, a panel upgrade, a whole-home rewiring, or an EV charger installed before your new car arrives, we are ready to schedule the work. Call (508) 299-5163 for a quote. We will talk through what you need, give you a clear picture of the job, and get it on the calendar.
Below is a quick look at the electrical services we offer throughout Attleboro and the surrounding Bristol County communities. Whether you need a straightforward repair or a full rewiring project, we handle the full range of residential and commercial electrical work. Each service comes with a clear quote before work begins and work performed by licensed electricians from start to finish.
| Service | What It Covers | Ideal For | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting |
| Any home or business with an unexplained electrical problem | We diagnose first and explain the fix before any work begins, so you know exactly what you are paying for. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation |
| Bedrooms, living rooms, and covered porches | Boxes rated for fan support are required. We check and replace the box if the existing one is not rated for the load. |
| Electrical Panel & Service UpgradesMost Popular |
| Older homes adding EV chargers, appliances, or a home office | Many homes in this area still run 60- or 100-amp service. Upgrading to 200 amps is often the first step before any other major electrical project. |
| Code-Correction Wiring |
| Homes flagged during a sale, inspection, or renovation | Code corrections are often required before a home sale can close or a permit can be finaled. We document the completed work for your records. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair |
| Homes where breakers trip often or a fuse keeps blowing | A breaker that trips repeatedly is often a sign of an overloaded circuit or a failing breaker, not a nuisance to ignore. |
| Backup Generator Installation |
| Homeowners who lose power during nor'easters or ice storms | A transfer switch is required by code. It prevents the generator from back-feeding utility lines, which protects both your home and line workers. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits |
| Homeowners adding or replacing major appliances | Appliances that share a circuit with other loads can trip breakers and shorten the life of the equipment. A dedicated circuit solves both problems. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation |
| Homeowners adding outlets or replacing outdated switches | Kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas require GFCI protection under current Massachusetts electrical code. |
| EV Charger Installation |
| EV owners who want reliable overnight charging at home | A Level 2 charger requires a dedicated 240-volt circuit. We assess your panel capacity first and upgrade it if needed before running the circuit. |
| Wiring & Circuit Installation |
| Home additions, finished basements, and any space that needs new circuits | We pull the required permits and schedule inspections so the work is on record and your home is covered. |
| Knob-and-Tube & Aluminum Rewiring |
| Older homes in Attleboro and Bristol County with aging wiring systems | Many insurers in Massachusetts are reluctant to cover homes with active knob-and-tube wiring. Addressing it can affect both safety and insurability. |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection |
| Homes with sensitive electronics, smart devices, or new appliances | A whole-home surge protector at the panel guards every circuit in the house, not just the outlets where plug-in strips are installed. |
| Basement & Sump-Pump Circuits |
| Homes with finished or active basements, especially in flood-prone areas | A sump pump on a shared circuit can lose power at the worst moment. A dedicated circuit keeps it running when it matters most. |
| Lighting Installation |
| Renovation projects and homeowners upgrading to energy-efficient lighting | Outdoor security lighting is one of the most cost-effective upgrades for both safety and curb appeal. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections |
| Homebuyers, landlords, and anyone planning a major renovation | An inspection gives you a clear picture of what the system looks like before you commit to a purchase or start a project. |
How do I know if my home needs a panel or service upgrade?
A few signs point clearly to an undersized panel: breakers that trip when you run multiple appliances, lights that dim when a large appliance kicks on, a panel that still runs on fuses, or a 60- or 100-amp service in a home with modern electrical demands. If you are adding an EV charger, a heat pump circuit, or a major appliance and the panel is already near capacity, an upgrade is usually the right starting point. We do a load calculation to confirm what your home actually needs before recommending a scope of work.
What causes a breaker to trip repeatedly?
A breaker that trips often is usually telling you one of three things: the circuit is carrying more load than it was designed for, there is a fault somewhere in the wiring or a connected device, or the breaker itself is worn and no longer holding reliably. In older homes, a fourth possibility is that the circuit was never sized correctly for how the space is being used today. We diagnose the cause before recommending a fix, because replacing a breaker on an overloaded circuit just delays the real problem.
Is my older home's wiring safe?
It depends on the type and condition of the wiring. Knob-and-tube wiring was not designed for modern electrical loads, and it can become a hazard if it has been modified improperly or buried under insulation over the years. Aluminum branch wiring carries risks related to connections loosening at outlets and switches over time, which creates heat. Neither is automatically an emergency, but both deserve a professional look. We inspect older wiring systems and give you an honest assessment of what needs attention and what can wait.
Same-Day and Emergency Availability
We offer same-day scheduling for repairs and after-hours availability for situations that cannot wait. When you call, you reach someone who knows the area and can get you on the schedule quickly.
How do I know if my home needs to be rewired?
Whole-home rewiring is usually the right call when a home still has knob-and-tube wiring throughout, when aluminum branch wiring is present and widespread, when the wiring has been modified by multiple owners over the decades and the system is no longer coherent, or when a renovation project exposes wiring that is clearly deteriorated. A targeted rewire of specific areas is sometimes enough. We assess the system and tell you which approach makes sense for your home and budget.
What does installing a Level 2 EV charger involve?
A Level 2 charger runs on a dedicated 240-volt circuit, which means we need to run a new circuit from your panel to the garage or wherever the charger will be located. Before we do that, we check your panel's available capacity. If the panel is already near its limit, we address that first. We pull the required permits, install the circuit and the charger outlet or hardwired connection, and schedule the inspection. The whole process is straightforward when the panel has room to work with.
What is involved in a backup generator hookup?
The electrical work for a generator centers on the transfer switch. A transfer switch connects the generator to your panel and, critically, isolates your home from the utility lines when the generator is running. This is a code requirement, not an option. Without it, a generator can back-feed the lines and create a serious hazard for utility workers. We install transfer switches for both standby and portable generators, wire the connection to the panel, and make sure everything is inspected and up to code.
Experienced With Older and Newer Homes
From knob-and-tube rewiring in century-old Attleboro homes to EV charger circuits in new construction, we handle the full range of residential electrical work and understand what older housing stock in Bristol County typically needs.
Do I need to be home when the electrician arrives?
For most jobs, yes. We need access to the panel, the work areas, and sometimes several rooms depending on the scope of the project. For a panel upgrade or a rewiring job, someone should be on-site throughout. If your situation makes that difficult, call us and we will talk through what arrangements make sense for the specific work being done.
How does pricing work, and will I get a quote before work starts?
We give you a clear quote before any work begins. Electrical costs depend on the scope of the job, the materials involved, and what we find when we look at the panel or open a wall. If the scope changes once we are on-site, we tell you before we proceed. You will not see a number at the end that does not match what we discussed at the start.
Workmanship We Stand Behind
We back every wiring job with a workmanship guarantee and protect your floors and finishes while we work. The job is not done until it is done right.
What do flickering or dimming lights usually mean?
A single fixture that flickers is often a loose connection at that fixture or a bulb that is not seated properly. Flickering that affects multiple rooms, or lights that dim noticeably when an appliance kicks on, usually points to something at the panel or service entrance. That could be a loose main connection, a failing breaker, or a service that is undersized for the current load. We trace the problem to the source rather than treating the symptom.
Why should I be concerned about a warm or buzzing outlet?
A warm outlet or one that buzzes or crackles is not a minor inconvenience. Heat at an outlet usually means a loose or failing connection, and that connection is generating resistance. Resistance generates heat, and heat in a wall is a fire risk. Stop using that outlet, do not plug anything into it, and call us. This is one of the situations where waiting is not a reasonable option.
Is your work permitted and inspected?
Yes. We pull the required permits for the work that needs them and coordinate inspections so the completed work is on record. Permitted and inspected electrical work matters when you sell your home, when you file an insurance claim, and when you want confidence that the work was done to current Massachusetts electrical code. We handle the paperwork so you do not have to.
Every home and every job is a little different. Call (508) 299-5163 and we will talk through what your electrical system needs and get you a straightforward quote.
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