Ontime Electric’s licensed and insured electricians provide residential and commercial electrical services in Whitby, backed by over 20 years of experience. With a 4.9 Google rating and 4.8/5 rating on HomeStars, our team delivers prompt electrical repairs, upgrades, installations, maintenance, and 24/7 emergency services. As a licensed electrical contractor, we complete all work safely and to code.
Older homes in Downtown Whitby and Port Whitby may still have dated electrical services or panels. In newer subdivisions and growing areas like Brooklin, common projects include panel upgrades, EV charger installations, basement wiring, lighting improvements, circuit breaker repairs, and system upgrades for modern electrical demands.
Electrical Repair Services Whitby
Burning smells, buzzing panels, flickering lights, tripped breakers, faulty outlets, or recurring electrical problems should never be ignored. These warning signs often point to wiring faults, overloaded circuits, panel issues, or electrical system problems that can worsen over time. Our electricians diagnose the root cause and provide safe, effective electrical repairs for homes and businesses throughout Whitby. Aging wiring, moisture intrusion, weather damage, and rodent activity can all lead to short circuits or fire hazards if left unaddressed.
We handle a wide range of electrical repair services, including circuit breaker repair, troubleshooting, electrical maintenance, and regular safety checks to help keep your electrical system operating safely and efficiently.
Residential Electricians Whitby
Our certified residential electricians handle electrical wiring, upgrades, pot light installation, panel upgrades, and same-day electrical service whenever possible. Older homes often lack sufficient outlets for today’s electronics, leading homeowners to rely on power bars that overload circuits and cause fuses to blow or breakers to trip.
We walk you through every step, explain repair or upgrade options clearly, and help ensure the work fits your home’s needs and budget. From lighting improvements to electrical repairs and upgrades, our team provides a wide range of residential electrical services.
Commercial Electricians Whitby
We serve offices, medical and dental practices, restaurants, retail stores, commercial buildings, and new construction projects. Our commercial electricians provide everything from EV charger installation, commercial panel upgrades, and dedicated circuits to electrical renovations, maintenance, repairs, and installations.
Power outages and system malfunctions can disrupt operations, affect customers, and reduce revenue. Our team responds quickly to minimize downtime, restore safe power, and help keep your business or commercial property running smoothly.
Whitby Electrical Services
- Electrical Installations & Enhancements: GFCI Outlet installation, EV charger installation and alarms.
- Lighting Improvements: From energy-saving LED upgrades to full interior and exterior lighting systems.
- Panel Upgrade Services: Fuse box replacement, electrical service upgrades, amp capacity expansion, and full panel replacements.
- Rewiring & Renovation Projects: Basement wiring, addition wiring, commercial rewiring, and aging wiring replacement.
- System Protection & Certification: Surge protection, electrical inspections, ESA documentation, code corrections, safety checks, and security system installation.
- Electrical Maintenance: Preventative maintenance, regular inspections, and safety checks to keep electrical systems secure and dependable.
- 24/7 Emergency Electrician: Available around the clock for fast, licensed repairs anywhere across the city.
What Electrical Work Costs in Whitby?
We publish our typical ranges so you can budget before you call. Every job gets a written, fixed quote before work starts — no hidden charges or overtime fees.
Outlet or switch installation
$80 – $300+
Per outlet, includes parts & labour
Pot light installation
$80 – $120
Per light, including wiring
Electrical panel upgrade (200A)
$1,700 – $4,500
Includes ESA Notification of Work & any required inspection
EV charger installation
$1,000 – $2,500+
Level 2, includes dedicated circuit
Electrical safety inspection
$200 – $400
Full home inspection & report
Knob-and-tube rewiring
$5,000 – $20,000+
Whole-home, varies by size
Ranges are general residential estimates, not fixed quotes — final pricing depends on your home’s existing system, permits, and scope.
Why Choose Ontime Electric as Your Electrician in Whitby
Licensed Electrical Contractor (LEC), Bonded & Insured — ECRA/ESA Licence #7009495
Fair & Competitive Pricing
Fast Response
Warranty-backed Workmanship
Highly Rated Local Electricians
Experienced with current codes, tools, and best practices
Need a Trusted Electrician Near Whitby?
Whether you’re dealing with an outage, planning an upgrade or a new installation, Ontime Electric provides fast, dependable electrical service in your area.
Electrician Whitby FAQs
Many homes — particularly older properties or those adding EV chargers, hot tubs, or electric appliances — require a 200-amp panel upgrade to handle increased demand safely. A licensed electrician can perform a load calculation to confirm whether your existing service is adequate. Learn more about the benefits of upgrading to a high-capacity electrical panel.
Yes. We manage all permits and inspections and guarantee full compliance with the Ontario Electrical Safety Code.
Many older homes benefit from rewiring or electrical upgrades to safely support modern appliances and prevent overloaded circuits or wiring faults.
We publish our full pricing above — outlets, pot lights, EV chargers, panel upgrades and more. Larger jobs like panel upgrades and rewiring get a written, fixed quote up front — the price you approve is the price you pay.
Yes. We provide commercial electrical services for offices, restaurants, retail stores, clinics, warehouses, and other commercial properties throughout Whitby. Services include electrical repairs, lighting upgrades, dedicated circuits, commercial panel upgrades, maintenance, inspections, renovations, tenant improvements, and electrical installations.
Yes. Our emergency electricians are available 24/7 for power loss, burning smells, tripped breakers, panel failures, and urgent electrical repairs. Prompt emergency electrical service helps prevent property damage and safety hazards.
Yes. Retrofit LED pot lights are designed for finished ceilings and require minimal drywall access. Proper spacing, wiring, and load balancing ensure safe installation and even illumination.