Electrician in Westwood, NJ,
Licensed Electrical Work Across Bergen County
Grounded Electric is a licensed Bergen County electrical contractor based in Bergenfield, serving Westwood and the rest of the county. We handle panel upgrades, EV chargers, generator installation, and electrical repair for homes and businesses.
Our crew drives to Westwood from our Bergenfield office. We file the permits and coordinate the inspections with the Westwood Construction and Building Department. During business hours, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM, we typically respond to inquiries within the hour.
Robert “Bobby” Mulholland, our head electrician and license holder, has 30 years of field experience. Barret Abramow, co-owner and project manager, coordinates every project from scheduling through permit close. Grounded Electric holds NJ Electrical Contractor License #16590. Call (201) 385-5000 for a free estimate.
Residential and Commercial Electrical Services in Westwood, NJ
Grounded Electric handles residential and commercial electrical work in Westwood. Most Westwood homes are older, so panel upgrades, rewiring, and capacity checks are common projects here. The same licensed team you speak with is the team on the job.
Older wiring in Westwood homes
About 69% of Westwood homes were built before 1970, and about 29% before 1940. Age tells you what to expect:
- Before 1940: may have knob-and-tube wiring, cloth-insulated wire, two-prong outlets, and fuse boxes. Some insurers limit coverage on homes with active knob-and-tube. The usual fix is a rewire, often with a new panel.
- 1940 to 1969: many started with 60 to 100 amp service, which struggles with an EV charger, central air, a heat pump, or a kitchen remodel.
- 1970 and later: the wiring is newer. Capacity is the usual issue, such as a full panel with no room for a new circuit.
Federal Pacific Stab-Lok and Zinsco panels, installed roughly from the 1950s through the 1980s, are widely flagged as fire risks. Check the label on your panel door.
Not sure what you have? A diagnostic visit typically costs $150 to $300, and most jobs get a free quote. We tell you what is a safety issue and what is just old but working. We build phased plans for clients who want to prioritize, and we do not push work that isn’t necessary.
Home-age figures: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, via NeighborhoodScout.
Residential services include:
- Panel upgrades, electrical service changes in Westwood, and service upgrades
- Outlet, switch, and fixture installation
- Whole-home rewiring and knob-and-tube replacement
- GFCI and AFCI protection
- Ceiling fans, recessed lighting, and exterior lighting
- Surge protection and smoke/CO detector wiring
When you need a commercial electrician in Westwood for a build-out, panel upgrade, or lighting project, our licensed crew handles the job start to finish.
Commercial services include:
- Commercial panel work and service upgrades
- Tenant build-outs and office wiring
- Parking lot and exterior lighting
- Code compliance repairs and inspections
Generators, EV Chargers, and Smart Home Electrical
Backup Generator Installation
We install whole-home standby generators for Westwood residents. A standby generator starts automatically when PSE&G power goes out. The right size depends on what you want to run. See what size generator you need.
Flooding along the Pascack and Musquapsink brooks has become more frequent in Westwood and neighboring Hillsdale, according to local news coverage. If your home has a sump pump, a standby generator keeps it running if the power goes out during a storm.
A home Generac generator typically costs $12,000 to $20,000 installed, depending on house size and transfer switch configuration. See the full generator installation cost breakdown. After installation, our generator maintenance plans average around $425/year and include routine checks and emergency support. If something goes wrong after installation, we also handle generator repairs across Bergen County.
We do not deal in portable generators. All our generator work is permanent standby installation with proper permits pulled through the Westwood Construction and Building Department (101 Washington Avenue, Borough Hall, 201-664-5900).
EV Charger Installation
We install Level 2 charging stations for homes and businesses across Bergen County. Work includes dedicated circuit wiring, panel capacity checks, and any necessary permit coordination.
Older Westwood homes may need a panel upgrade first. About 69% of Westwood homes were built before 1970, and many of those started with smaller electrical service. See EV charger installation and New Jersey EV rebates.
If you’re adding a charger at a commercial property or multi-unit building, we handle the load analysis and utility coordination as part of the project.
Smart Home and Lutron Lighting
We install Lutron smart lighting control systems for Westwood homes. A mid-range project covering 3 to 5 rooms typically runs $6,000 to $12,000 installed. Whole-home Lutron systems range from $15,000 to $35,000+, depending on the number of circuits, keypads, motorized shades, and panel capacity.
Smart home electrical integration, including any panel upgrade the system needs, is part of what we handle from start to finish. See smart home installation and smart home costs.
Serving Westwood and Surrounding Bergen County Towns
Grounded Electric serves towns across Bergen County. Near Westwood, that includes Washington Township, Hillsdale, Emerson, River Vale, Oradell, Park Ridge, Montvale, Woodcliff Lake, and Old Tappan. Our crew drives out from our Bergenfield office.
Westwood electrical work is permitted and inspected through the Westwood Construction and Building Department. Permits are required for panel work, generator installation, EV charger wiring, and other electrical projects. We file the permits and coordinate the inspections on every job, so you don’t have to manage that yourself. Westwood inspects electrical work on Monday and Thursday afternoons, 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., with at least 24 hours’ notice.
PSE&G serves Westwood. We coordinate with PSE&G directly on any service upgrades or meter work that needs utility approval.
License information is available from the NJ Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors. More on the borough is at westwoodnj.gov.
Response Times and Emergency Electrical Service
During business hours, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM, we typically respond to inquiries within the hour.
We don’t have a technician on call around the clock. When a technician is available, we take emergency calls, and emergency service starts at $350 per hour. Call (201) 385-5000 to check availability.
Electrical Pricing in Westwood, NJ
Grounded Electric charges about $200 per hour for standard electrical work in Westwood, and most jobs get a free quote. We discuss all pricing before any work begins. No surprise fees after the fact.
Panel and meter upgrade costs rise when the job needs utility coordination or service line work.
30 years
of field experience
Why Westwood Residents Choose Grounded Electric
Meet Bobby Mulholland and Barret Abramow
Robert “Bobby” Mulholland is our lead electrician with 30 years of field experience. His hands-on leadership means every job meets professional standards from start to finish.
Barret Abramow is our co-owner and project manager. He handles client communication, job planning, and makes sure projects run on time. When you call Grounded Electric, you’re likely speaking with Barret directly — not a call center.
NJ State-Licensed and Fully Insured
Grounded Electric holds NJ Electrical Contractor License #16590, issued by the New Jersey Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors. We carry full liability insurance and workers’ compensation on every job.
Every project we take on follows the NJ Uniform Construction Code, local permit requirements, and PSE&G interconnection rules where applicable.
Honest Assessments, No Upselling
Several of our reviews call out the same thing: we tell clients what actually needs to be done, not everything we could sell them. For older homes in Westwood, that means walking through decades of electrical work, explaining what’s a safety issue and what’s just aged but functional, and building a realistic plan.
We’re interested in long-term relationships with clients — not one-time transactions.
What Westwood
Homeowners Ask Us
What do electricians charge per hour in Westwood, NJ?
Grounded Electric charges approximately $200/hour for standard electrical work. Emergency calls, when a technician is available, start at $350/hour.
How much does it cost to have an electrician inspect my house?
A diagnostic visit typically costs between $150 and $300. For most jobs, we provide a free quote after the initial assessment.
What permits are needed for electrical work in Westwood, NJ?
Most electrical projects (including panel upgrades, generator installations, and EV charger wiring) require a permit through the Westwood Construction and Building Department at Borough Hall (101 Washington Avenue, 201-664-5900).
Electrical inspections are scheduled on Monday and Thursday afternoons, 3:00–6:00 p.m.; submit requests at least 24 hours in advance to inspections@westwoodnj.gov. We handle all permit filings and coordinate inspections for every job.
Does Grounded Electric serve Westwood, NJ specifically?
Yes. Westwood is one of the Bergen County towns we serve. Our Bergenfield office is our base, and we travel to towns across Bergen County for both residential and commercial electrical projects.
How old are the homes in Westwood, NJ?
Most are older. About 69% of Westwood homes were built before 1970, and about 29% before 1940. Panel upgrades, rewiring, and capacity checks are common projects for homes this age.
Does old wiring in a Westwood home affect insurance or a sale?
It can. Some insurers limit or decline coverage on homes with active knob-and-tube wiring. Buyers’ inspectors also tend to flag it, along with fuse boxes and Federal Pacific or Zinsco panels. If you’re buying or selling, an inspection first shows what needs attention and what can wait.
Can my older Westwood home handle an EV charger?
Maybe. It depends on your service size and open panel capacity, not just the age of the house. We run a load check first. If the panel is full or undersized, the upgrade can be part of the same project, and we pull the permit through the Westwood Construction and Building Department.
Reviews and Local Reputation
What our Customers have to say
Kevin Witkowski
6 years ago
I just recently opened up a gym and the building’s electrical was a mess to say the least! Grounded Electric came in fixed all the issues I had and ran additional power/lighting for my needs. I would highly recommend them for their speed/cost/quality of their work! Positive Responsiveness, Punctuality, Quality, Value
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DA Tejero
a year ago
I’m a repeat customer. Great communication. They installed my EV charger. Excellent electrical services. Services Electric car charger installation
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Yaelle F
6 years ago
Professional, knowledgeable, down to earth, reliable – these guys solved various electrical mysteries in our home, installed various fixtures and were a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend. Positive Responsiveness, Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value Services Light fixture installation, Electrical socket and switch installation, Installation, Electrical panel replacement or upgrading
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Madeleine Park
3 months ago
I had an excellent experience. The team was professional, punctual, and provided clear communication throughout the project. The pricing was competitive and fair, and they demonstrated complete transparency from start to finish. The technicians were licensed, certified, friendly, and trustworthy. They quickly diagnosed issues, used creative troubleshooting solutions, and solved problems correctly on the first attempt. They also took the time to explain everything clearly and provided helpful tips. The work was completed on time, and they left the workspaces clean and organized. Whether you are looking to add upgrades to your home or reworking your power distribution to your commercial space, I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable high-quality electrical services.
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