Electrical in Milwaukee, WI

When it is time for a pro

You may want a electrician if you notice any of these:

• Flickering lights
• Buzzing from a panel or switch
• Need more outlets or a bigger panel

The local picture in Milwaukee

MMSD's Deep Tunnel can store about 521 million gallons of combined sewage and stormwater. Many older homes heat with boilers or older furnaces. A tune-up before the heating season can catch problems early.

Duplexes with one flat stacked above another are common in older neighborhoods. Shared systems mean a problem in one flat can affect the other. Older homes may still have knob-and-tube or cloth-insulated wiring in places, which an electrician should look at before adding new loads.

Ice storms and heavy snow bring outages. If you are thinking about a standby generator, an electrician can install the transfer switch it needs. The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District runs the Jones Island and South Shore treatment plants.

Local rules before you book

Wisconsin licenses electricians through the Department of Safety and Professional Services, and licenses can be checked online. If a service upgrade needs a new meter or a disconnect at the street, the electrician will usually coordinate with We Energies on scheduling.

From call to visit

1. Tell us what is wrong and how urgent it is.
2. A local electrician who works in Milwaukee gets your request.
3. Nothing is booked until you and the pro agree on the visit and the cost.

A little prep helps

Note the brand of your panel if the label is readable, since some older panels are handled differently.