Contact us if you have any questions.
Contact us if you have any questions.
Looking for a dependable electrician in Auburn? Kalahari Electrical Services brings licensed, professional electrical work to homes and businesses across this growing Barrow County community. Auburn blends established residences with newer construction, and that mix means local electrical needs run the full range, from updating older wiring and overloaded panels to powering modern additions, home offices, and outdoor living spaces.
Our team handles the everyday and the unexpected: panel upgrades and replacements, troubleshooting flickering lights and tripped breakers, adding outlets and dedicated circuits, ceiling fan and lighting installation, surge protection, EV charger setup, and whole-home rewiring. Whether you have noticed signs of an aging electrical system or you are planning a project that calls for more capacity, we deliver clean, code-compliant results.
From quick repairs to larger installations, Kalahari treats every Auburn property with the same care and attention to detail, so your home stays safe, functional, and ready for whatever you plug into it.
Kalahari Electrical Services focuses on generator installation, electrical panel upgrades, new construction wiring, and EV charger installation for Auburn homeowners and builders. Whether you need a standby generator to keep your family comfortable through Georgia’s storm season, a 200-amp panel upgrade so your 1980s home can handle today’s electrical demands, or a dedicated 240-volt circuit for a Level 2 EV charger, our licensed team handles it from permit to final inspection.
As a residential electrician in Auburn, we also support new residential and commercial construction projects with code-compliant rough-in and finish wiring. Subdivisions like Mill Creek Preserve, Thornwood Creek, and Mulberry Park continue to bring steady development to the area, and Auburn electricians on our crew are experienced with the specific requirements of both Barrow County and Gwinnett County permitting authorities.
Auburn homeowners choose Kalahari Electrical Services because we pair real expertise with real accountability. We are a family-owned company founded in 2001, fully licensed and insured, with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and a 4.9 Google rating from the people we serve. Every job is performed by background-checked technicians who show up prepared, work cleanly, and treat your home with respect. We stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, so you can count on electrical service that is done right and built to last.
We always give you transparency pricing and take the time to discuss your home or business’ unique electrical challenges so you can make the best decision possible.
You can count on us to deliver same-day service and high-quality craftmanship backed with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
We deliver exceptional work and our Lawrenceville electricians care about your comfort and safety.
We have used several other companies but will not ever again.
We received a bad inspection report for our panel when we were trying to sell our home. Kalahari came in and went over the report. We looked over and signed a moderately priced quote. Then they set off to do the work to tidy up the panel a bit and swap out breakers. Once into it they decide they would rewire the whole thing. They did not charge extra and were still in and out fast. We have used several other companies but will not ever again.
– Michael C.
He came out the same day/stayed until midnight to get it fixed.
Excellent customer service is hard to find these days; however, Jan has it down to an art form. I had company in from out of town during the 105 degree days and he came out the same day/stayed until midnight to get it fixed and he was leaving for vacation the next day…not to mention the rates were very reasonable. I will never use another electrician. Jan far exceeded my expectations and that is saying a lot. He even called to follow-up and make sure there were no issues. FIRST CLASS SERVICE!
– Satisfied Customer
They are my go-to electricians.
I have used them many times and they are great. Reliable, knowledgeable, courteous and easy to work with. They are my go-to electricians. Always available and always there when you are counting on them.
– Paola J.
Auburn is a growing community at the intersection of Barrow and Gwinnett Counties, with subdivisions like Mill Creek Preserve, Thornwood Creek, and Mulberry Park bringing steady new residential development. Georgia Power customers may qualify for rebates on Level 2 EV chargers (approximately $150 toward purchase or installation) and energy-efficient lighting upgrades. Jackson EMC and Walton EMC, which serve most Auburn addresses, also periodically offer energy efficiency incentives, so it is worth checking their websites for current programs.
Electrical permits in Auburn are issued by either the City of Auburn Building Department, the Barrow County Building and Zoning Department, or the Gwinnett County Department of Planning and Development, depending on your property’s exact location. Before applying for any permit, verify your jurisdiction by property address so you file with the correct authority. Most significant electrical projects, including panel upgrades, new circuits, generator connections, and EV charger installations, require a permit and inspection.
City of Auburn Building Department issues permits for properties within Auburn city limits.
Barrow County Building and Zoning Department handles permits for properties outside Auburn city limits but within Barrow County.
Gwinnett County Department of Planning and Development issues permits for properties on the Gwinnett County side.
Verify your exact jurisdiction by property address before applying for a permit.
Most panel upgrades, new circuits, generator hookups, and EV charger installations require a permit and inspection.
Call 811 at least three business days before any digging project to have underground utility lines marked.
Georgia Power offers approximately $150 toward Level 2 EV charger purchase or installation for eligible customers.
Georgia Power periodically offers rebates on energy-efficient LED lighting and appliances.
Jackson EMC and Walton EMC occasionally provide energy efficiency rebates; check their websites for current programs.
Jackson EMC serves parts of Auburn and Barrow County; visit their website or call their customer service line for outage reporting.
Walton EMC serves other parts of Auburn and surrounding areas; use their online outage map or phone reporting system.
Georgia Power may serve some limited areas or specific developments in the Auburn vicinity.
Confirm your provider by checking a recent utility bill or contacting your local government office.
Contact your electric utility directly: Jackson EMC, Walton EMC, or Georgia Power depending on your provider. Most offer online outage maps, text alerts, and phone reporting. Do not call 911 for a general outage unless there is an immediate life-threatening situation.
Stay away and assume all downed lines are live and dangerous. Call 911 immediately, then report the downed line to your electric utility. Keep other people and pets away from the area until crews arrive.
If you smell rotten eggs, leave the building immediately. Do not use phones, light switches, or anything that could create a spark while inside. Once safely away, call 911, then contact your natural gas provider’s emergency line (such as Atlanta Gas Light or your retail gas marketer).
Contact City of Auburn Public Works for properties within city limits, Barrow County Public Works for unincorporated Barrow County, or Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources for properties in Gwinnett. If the backup poses an immediate health or safety risk, call 911 as well.
Whether you are upgrading the panel in an established Auburn home, installing a standby generator before storm season, or wiring a new construction project from the ground up, Kalahari Electrical Services is here to help. We handle permitting, installation, and inspection so the process is straightforward. Give us a call at 678-665-2309 or visit our contact page to schedule a consultation.
Answers to the questions Atlanta-area homeowners ask us most. Do not see yours? Call 678-665-2309 and talk to a licensed electrician.
We provide a full range of residential and commercial electrical services in Auburn, including generator installation, electrical panel upgrades, new construction wiring, and EV charger installation. Whether you live in an established neighborhood like Rosecreek or Brookside or a newer subdivision such as Mill Creek Preserve, Thornwood Creek, or Mulberry Park, our background-checked, drug-tested, and professionally trained technicians can handle everything from aging wiring repairs to dedicated 240-volt circuits for EV chargers. We also perform lighting upgrades, circuit troubleshooting, whole-house rewiring, and code-compliance inspections.
Auburn’s housing stock spans several decades, and the most common issues we see depend on the age of the home. In established 1970s and 1980s neighborhoods like Rosecreek and Brookside, we frequently encounter outdated electrical panels that cannot handle modern electrical demands, aging wiring insulation, and undersized circuits that cause breaker trips. Newer subdivisions built in the 2000s and beyond may experience overloaded circuits from added smart-home devices, improperly wired outlets, or the need for dedicated circuits to support Level 2 EV chargers. Georgia’s storm season also leads to surge-related damage across homes of all ages, making whole-house surge protection and standby generator installation popular services in the area.
Yes. We hold Georgia electrical license EN213186 and carry full insurance coverage, so Auburn homeowners are completely protected when we work on their property. Kalahari Electrical Services is a family-owned company founded in 2001 by Jan Rossouw, and we maintain an A+ rating with the BBB along with a 4.9 Google rating. Every job we perform is backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Absolutely. Because Auburn sits at the crossroads of Barrow and Gwinnett Counties, the correct permitting authority depends on your property’s exact location. Permits may be issued by the City of Auburn Building Department, the Barrow County Building and Zoning Department, or the Gwinnett County Department of Planning and Development. We verify your jurisdiction by property address, pull the required permits on your behalf, and coordinate all necessary inspections so that your project stays fully code-compliant from start to finish.
Yes, we offer emergency and same-day electrical service to Auburn residents. Electrical emergencies such as sparking outlets, burning smells, tripped main breakers, or storm-related outages require immediate professional attention, and our team is ready to respond quickly. Call us at 678-665-2309, and we will dispatch one of our professionally trained, background-checked technicians to your Auburn home as soon as possible.
The cost of any electrical project in Auburn depends on several factors, including:
We also help Auburn homeowners take advantage of available utility rebates. Georgia Power customers may qualify for rebates on Level 2 EV charger installation and energy-efficient lighting upgrades, and Jackson EMC and Walton EMC run periodic energy efficiency programs as well. Contact us at 678-665-2309 to schedule a free estimate so we can assess your specific needs and provide transparent, upfront pricing.
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