Glen's Electrical Services has been handling electrical work in Calverton and across Prince George's County since 1995. That is 31 years of showing up for homeowners, landlords, property managers, and commercial clients when something goes wrong with the wiring or when a property needs an upgrade done right. We started as a small local operation and we have grown by doing the work well and treating every job, big or small, the same way. Whether you need a tripped breaker diagnosed this afternoon or a full panel upgrade scheduled for next week, we are ready to get it on the calendar. Same-day availability is part of how we operate, not a special offer. Quick response. Straight pricing. No surprises at the panel.
Electrical problems don't wait, and neither do we. A dead outlet, a breaker that keeps tripping, lights flickering in the living room, or a switch that stopped responding are all signs that something in the wiring or panel needs attention. Left alone, small wiring faults can become bigger problems. We troubleshoot the full range of residential and commercial electrical issues, from a single failed outlet to a circuit that keeps dropping under load.
Our electricians know the homes and wiring in this area, including the older housing stock in Prince George's County where wiring issues are more common. We diagnose the problem, explain what we found, and give you a clear picture of what the repair involves before any work begins. We treat your home and its wiring the way we would our own. We make the fix and leave it tidy.
A lot of homes in the Calverton area were built in an era when electrical demand was a fraction of what it is today. If your panel is undersized, frequently tripping, or still running on a fuse box, a 200 amp panel upgrade may be the right move. We handle full electrical panel replacements, service upgrades, and subpanel installations. We also install AFCI breakers and GFCI outlets as part of code-compliant panel and wiring work, which matters when a property is being updated or sold.
On the wiring side, we do dedicated circuit installation for major appliances, EV chargers, and high-draw equipment. We also handle whole-house rewiring, knob-and-tube wiring replacement, and aluminum wiring remediation. Older wiring types carry real risk when they are not addressed, and we have been doing this work long enough to handle it properly. The wiring done right the first time is what keeps a property safe for the long run. Leave the breakers to us.
Before a small wiring issue turns into a hazard, most homeowners and property managers want the everyday stuff handled cleanly and on schedule. Recessed lighting installation, ceiling fan installation and wiring, outdoor lighting, security and motion sensor lighting, dimmer switch installation, smart switch upgrades, USB outlets, and GFCI outlet installation are all jobs we do regularly.
These are the requests that come in most often, and we handle them with the same attention we bring to a full panel job. Whether you are updating a kitchen with recessed LED lighting or adding outdoor lighting to a rental property, we show up on time and do the work neatly. Pick up the phone and we'll handle the wiring.
EV ownership is growing steadily across Prince George's County, and a Level 2 home EV charger installation is one of the most practical upgrades a homeowner can make. A Level 2 charger runs on a dedicated 240-volt circuit and charges most vehicles overnight rather than over several days. We assess your panel capacity, run the dedicated circuit, and install the charger outlet or hardwired unit depending on your setup. If the panel needs to be upgraded to handle the added load, we handle that as part of the same project. We walk you through what the job involves and what it will cost before we start. We're ready to get your circuits working again.
The mid-Atlantic region sees its share of storms, and power outages in Calverton and the surrounding area are not unusual after a significant weather event. A properly wired backup generator can keep the lights on, the sump pump running, and critical appliances powered when the grid goes down. We install generator transfer switches and wire the connection between your generator and your home's panel. We handle the dedicated circuit, the disconnect, and the transfer switch so the system operates safely and does not back-feed into the utility lines. Work performed by licensed electricians means the installation meets code and operates the way it is supposed to when you need it most. We make the fix and leave it tidy.
Our electricians know the homes and wiring in this area, and one thing that comes up often is how much sensitive electronics and appliances a modern home carries. A single power surge, whether from a lightning strike nearby or a utility fluctuation, can damage or destroy equipment throughout the house. Whole-home surge protection installed at the panel level catches those spikes before they reach your devices. It is a straightforward addition to any panel service and one of the better investments a homeowner can make.
Electrical safety inspections are the other side of that coin. If you are buying a home, dealing with an older property, or have not had the wiring looked at in years, an inspection gives you a clear picture of what is there and what may need attention. We check grounding and bonding, panel condition, outlet and circuit integrity, and flag anything that is out of code or poses a risk. Straight answers about your panel and wiring, no surprises.
Every job we complete is done to code. That is not a marketing phrase for us; it is the standard we hold ourselves to on every service call, installation, and panel upgrade. Code-compliant work protects the people living or working in a building, protects the property, and protects the value of the investment. When we complete a wiring or circuit job, we are not cutting corners to finish faster. We do it to the standard it needs to meet.
If something is not right, we make it right. We are not satisfied until the work is done properly and the customer is confident in what was done. That is the commitment we have kept since 1995 and the one we bring to every job in Prince George's County.
Property managers, office tenants, and retail and commercial clients have different needs than a residential homeowner, and we understand that. Downtime costs money. Scheduling matters. And the work needs to meet commercial code, not just pass a quick visual check.
We handle commercial panel upgrades, commercial wiring, tenant improvement electrical work, and commercial repair and troubleshooting. Whether a retail space needs additional circuits for equipment, an office buildout requires new wiring runs, or a property manager needs an electrical issue resolved quickly across multiple units, we have the experience to handle it. We communicate clearly, show up when scheduled, and complete the work to a professional standard. Leave the breakers to us.
Scheduling a service call is simple, and we work to make it as easy as possible. We offer same-day scheduling when the calendar allows, and we are available for emergency electrical calls around the clock. If something goes wrong with your wiring at night or on a weekend, you can reach us.
When you call us, you talk to the people who actually show up. You get a straight answer about availability, a clear explanation of what the job involves, and an honest quote before any work begins. We do not leave customers guessing about what something will cost or whether extra charges will appear after the fact. Straight answers about your panel and wiring, no surprises. We answer when you call. We arrive when we say. We leave it safe.
We are based in Calverton and serve communities throughout Prince George's County. If you are nearby, we can get to you quickly.
Our regular service area includes:
If you are in the area and not sure whether we cover your location, call us and we will let you know.
We have been doing electrical work in Calverton and across Prince George's County since 1995. That is 31 years of showing up for homeowners, landlords, and commercial clients in this part of Maryland. The experience we have built over that time is what we bring to every job, large or small.
Our electricians know the homes, neighborhoods, and wiring in this area from years of working here. That familiarity matters when you are troubleshooting an older home in Prince George's County or running a new circuit in a mid-century split-level. You get people who know the territory, not someone learning the area on your job.
If something we repaired is not right, we make it right. We stand behind our work and do not consider a job finished until the customer is confident in what was done. Call us at (227) 294-9289 and we will come back out to address it.
We work carefully and clean up after ourselves on every job. We treat your home and its wiring the way we would our own, which means we are mindful of the surfaces we work around and we do not leave a job half-finished or a mess behind.
We pick up when you call and give you a straight answer about availability on the spot. Same-day scheduling is available when the calendar allows. Call (227) 294-9289 and we will tell you exactly when we can get to you.
Yes. How we present ourselves on-site reflects the standard we hold for the work itself. We show up prepared, with the tools and materials the job is likely to need, and we conduct ourselves professionally from arrival to completion.
We have been doing this work in the same area since 1995, and we have grown by doing it well and treating every job the same way regardless of size. Straight answers, firm pricing, and work performed by licensed electricians are the standard on every call, not just the ones where someone is watching.
We are a locally based operation, and the community we work in is the same one we are part of. When we can source materials or work with other local trades and suppliers in Prince George's County, we do. Supporting the local business community is part of how we operate.
Glen's Electrical Services has been the local choice for residential and commercial electrical work in Calverton since 1995. Thirty-one years of experience, a team of licensed electricians, and a straightforward approach to every job. Whether you need a repair handled today or a larger project planned and scheduled, we are ready to help.
Call (227) 294-9289 to get a quote or schedule a service call. Quick response. Straight pricing. No surprises at the panel.
We handle the full range of electrical work for homes, rental properties, and businesses in Calverton and across Prince George's County. Whether you need a quick repair or a major service upgrade, the table below gives you a clear picture of what each service covers, who it is best suited for, and what to keep in mind before you call. All work is performed by licensed electricians, and we scope every job honestly before any work begins.
| Type of Work | What the Job Involves | Best For | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lighting Installation |
| homeowners, landlords, and businesses upgrading indoor or outdoor lighting | Exterior security lighting is a common request for rental properties and commercial spaces. |
| Code-Correction Wiring |
| homeowners, sellers, and landlords correcting violations flagged by an inspector or code official | We work to Maryland electrical code and pull permits when required so corrections are documented and final. |
| EV Charger Installation |
| EV owners in the DC metro commuter corridor who want reliable home charging | We check panel capacity first. If the existing service cannot carry the added load, we handle the panel work before running the charger circuit. |
| Basement & Sump-Pump Circuits |
| homeowners finishing a basement or adding reliable power for a sump pump | A sump pump on a dedicated circuit is less likely to lose power during a storm when other circuits are loaded. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits |
| homeowners adding a major appliance or upgrading a kitchen or laundry room | A dedicated circuit prevents nuisance trips and protects both the appliance and the wiring. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair |
| any home or business with a breaker that trips repeatedly or a fuse that keeps blowing | A breaker that trips again immediately after reset usually signals a wiring fault, not just an overload. |
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting |
| homeowners and tenants with an active electrical problem | We find the root cause, not just the symptom, so the fix holds. Same-day availability for urgent issues. |
| Wiring & Circuit Installation |
| remodels, additions, finished basements, and any project that needs new circuits | Permits are pulled when required so your work is on record and code-compliant. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation |
| any room that needs a fan where no ceiling box currently exists | We handle the box installation and wiring so the fan is properly supported and safely connected. |
| Knob-and-Tube & Aluminum Rewiring |
| owners of mid-century homes in Prince George's County with original or 1970s-era wiring | Both systems are still present in a significant number of older homes in this area. Insurance carriers often require remediation before issuing or renewing a policy. |
| Backup Generator Installation |
| homeowners and businesses that cannot afford extended outages during storms | A properly wired transfer switch is required by code. It protects utility workers from backfeed and protects your equipment when grid power returns. |
| Electrical Panel & Service Upgrades |
| older homes adding load or any property with a fuse box or undersized service | We run a load calculation before recommending an upgrade so the new panel fits your actual needs. |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection |
| any home with computers, smart appliances, or entertainment systems worth protecting | A panel-level device catches surges before they reach your equipment, including surges that originate inside the home. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation |
| homeowners adding outlets, upgrading switches, or bringing kitchens and baths up to code | Code requires GFCI protection in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor locations. We install it as part of every applicable job. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections |
| buyers, sellers, and landlords who want to know what they are dealing with before a problem surfaces | An inspection is a practical starting point before any renovation or before listing an older property for sale. |
How do I know if my panel needs to be upgraded?
A few signs point clearly to a panel that has reached its limit: breakers that trip under normal household loads, a fuse box that has never been replaced, lights that dim when a large appliance kicks on, or no room to add circuits for new equipment. Homes with 60- or 100-amp service that now carry home offices, EV chargers, or modern appliances are often undersized. We do a load calculation before recommending any upgrade so you know exactly what the panel needs to handle.
What causes a breaker to keep tripping?
A breaker that trips repeatedly is usually telling you one of three things: the circuit is carrying more load than it was designed for, the breaker itself is failing and no longer holds its rating reliably, or there is a wiring fault somewhere on the circuit. Resetting a breaker that immediately trips again is a sign to stop and call us. We trace the cause rather than just reset the device, because a failing breaker or wiring fault does not fix itself.
Is the work permitted and inspected?
We pull permits when the work requires them under Maryland code, which includes panel replacements, service upgrades, new circuit installations, and EV charger hookups. Permitted work is inspected by the local authority and goes on record, which matters when you sell the property or make an insurance claim. We will tell you upfront whether a permit is required for your job.
Same-Day and After-Hours Availability
Electrical problems do not follow a schedule, and we keep our availability flexible so you are not waiting days for service. Same-day and after-hours calls are part of how we operate.
My home was built in the 1950s or 1960s. Is the wiring safe?
It depends on what is in the walls. Homes from that era often have knob-and-tube wiring, which has no ground wire and degrades over time. Homes built through the 1970s may have aluminum branch wiring, which can loosen at connections and create heat hazards. Neither system is automatically a crisis, but both warrant a professional assessment. We look at what is present, explain what we find, and give you honest options before any work begins.
What does a Level 2 EV charger installation involve?
A Level 2 charger runs on a dedicated 240-volt circuit sized to the charger and the vehicle. Before we run any wire, we check your panel to confirm it has the capacity to carry the added load. If it does not, we handle the panel work first. We install EVSE for Tesla and all other EV brands, and we pull the permit when required so the installation is documented. Most residential installations are completed in a single visit.
How does backup generator wiring work?
Our work covers the electrical side of a generator installation: running the generator wiring, installing the transfer switch, and connecting everything to the existing panel. A transfer switch is required by code. It isolates your home from the grid when the generator is running, which protects utility workers from backfeed and protects your equipment when grid power returns. We size the circuits to match the generator and the loads you need covered.
Work Performed by Licensed Electricians
Every job on this list is handled by licensed electricians who know the code requirements for Maryland and the wiring common to homes in this part of Prince George's County.
Do I need to be home while the work is done?
For most jobs, yes. We need access to the panel, the work area, and any rooms where circuits or outlets are being added or repaired. If you are a landlord scheduling work at a rental unit, we can coordinate with a tenant or property manager as long as someone with access is present. We will confirm the access requirements when you call to schedule.
How does pricing work, and will the quote change after the electrician arrives?
We give you a quote before any work begins. The price covers the job as scoped, and we do not add line items at the end of the visit. If we find something additional once we are on-site, we explain it and get your approval before proceeding. You will not be handed a bill that is different from what you agreed to.
Upfront Quotes With No Surprise Fees
We quote the job before we start and stick to it. If something unexpected comes up on-site, we explain it and get your approval before any additional work begins.
Is same-day service available?
Same-day availability is part of how we operate. When our schedule allows, we can get to you the same day you call. We also offer after-hours service for situations that cannot wait. For urgent issues like sparking outlets, a buzzing panel, or a breaker that will not hold, call us and we will tell you exactly when we can be there.
What does it mean if my outlets feel warm or make a buzzing sound?
A warm or buzzing outlet is a sign of a wiring fault, a failing device, or a connection that has loosened over time. These are not symptoms to monitor. Stop using the outlet, do not plug anything into it, and call us. If the outlet is also discolored or has a burning smell, turn off the circuit at the breaker if you can do so safely before calling.
What is whole-home surge protection and is it worth it?
A whole-home surge protector installs at the panel and intercepts voltage spikes before they reach your outlets and equipment. It covers surges that come in from the utility line and surges that originate inside the home from large appliances cycling on and off. For homes with computers, smart appliances, and entertainment systems, it is a practical layer of protection. We install the device as part of a panel visit or as a standalone job.
Every job is different, and the best way to get an accurate answer for your situation is to call us directly. Reach us at (227) 294-9289 and we will walk you through what the work involves and what it will cost.
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