Contact us if you have any questions.
Contact us if you have any questions.
Avondale Estates is not a typical Atlanta suburb, and its homes do not have typical wiring. Founded in 1924 as one of the Southeast’s first planned communities, this small DeKalb County city is known for its storybook Tudor Revival cottages from the 1920s and 1930s around Lake Avondale and the historic commercial village on North Avondale Road, with brick ranches from the postwar decades filling out other blocks. A house of that age may still carry parts of its original electrical system: a 60-amp panel, two-prong ungrounded outlets, cloth-insulated wiring, or leftover knob-and-tube runs hidden behind plaster. None of that was designed for modern kitchens, home offices, central HVAC, or a Level 2 EV charger in the carport.
Kalahari Electrical Services works on these homes regularly. We upgrade panels to 100 or 200 amps, replace aging wiring without wrecking historic plaster, add grounding and GFCI protection, and run dedicated circuits for new appliances and vehicle charging. Whether you are restoring a Tudor near Willis Park, updating a ranch off Clarendon Avenue, or planning an addition, our licensed electricians bring the code knowledge and patience this kind of construction requires. Call 678-665-2309 to talk through your project.
Our most requested services in Avondale Estates are electrical panel upgrades (100A and 200A), whole-home rewiring, knob-and-tube replacement, and Level 2 EV charger installation. We also install whole-home surge protection, which is especially important given the frequent thunderstorms across metro Atlanta. As experienced Avondale Estates electricians, we understand the construction methods used in homes built during the 1920s through the 1940s, and we take care to preserve the character of your home while bringing its wiring up to modern standards.
Whether your historic home needs a complete wiring overhaul or you are adding a dedicated 240-volt EV circuit, Kalahari Electrical handles the job from permit to final inspection. We also provide smoke detector upgrades, outlet and switch replacements, GFCI installations, landscape lighting, and generator hookups. Every project we complete in Avondale Estates follows current NEC code and is backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee on workmanship.
Avondale Estates homeowners choose Kalahari Electrical Services because we are a licensed and insured, family-owned company that has served Atlanta-area neighborhoods since 2001. Our background-checked technicians treat older and historic homes with respect, explain the work clearly, and stand behind every job with our 100% satisfaction guarantee. That commitment shows in our reputation: a 4.9 Google rating and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. When you need an electrician who understands the unique character of Avondale Estates homes and delivers dependable, code-compliant results, our team is ready to help with the same honesty and craftsmanship that have earned our neighbors’ trust for more than two decades.
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.
Avondale Estates is one of metro Atlanta’s most distinctive small cities, centered around Lake Avondale and known for its cohesive historic character. Georgia Power offers a rebate of up to $250 for the purchase and installation of a qualifying Level 2 smart EV charger, which can help offset costs if you are adding charging to your home. Ask us about current incentives when you schedule your project.
Electrical permits in Avondale Estates are submitted through the City of Avondale Estates Community Development Department. The City contracts with DeKalb County’s Planning and Sustainability Department for all plan review and inspection services. Once DeKalb County approves the plans, the City issues the permit, and County inspectors verify the completed work meets code.
Submit electrical permit applications to the City of Avondale Estates Community Development Department.
DeKalb County performs all plan review and inspections on behalf of the City.
Most electrical work, including panel upgrades, rewiring, and new circuit installations, requires a permit.
Call 811 at least three business days before any digging project to have underground utility lines marked. This is a statewide Georgia requirement.
Your licensed electrician typically handles the permit application and coordinates inspections on your behalf.
Permits help ensure all work meets current electrical code and is safe for your household.
Georgia Power EV Charger Rebate: up to $250 for a qualifying Level 2 smart charger installation.
Rebate applies to Georgia Power residential customers in the Avondale Estates service area.
Check Georgia Power’s website for current program terms and qualifying charger models.
Georgia Power Outage Reporting: 1-888-891-0938
Georgia Power Customer Service: 1-888-660-5890
DeKalb County Water and Sewer (24/7 emergencies): 404-378-7500
Report outages promptly so Georgia Power can prioritize restoration in your area.
Contact Georgia Power at 1-888-891-0938 to report the outage and get estimated restoration times.
Stay far away from the line and call 911 immediately. After calling 911, report the downed line to Georgia Power at 1-888-891-0938.
If you smell natural gas, leave the area immediately without using light switches or electronics. Call 911, then contact Atlanta Gas Light at 1-877-427-4321.
Contact the DeKalb County Water and Sewer Department at 404-378-7500. They are available 24/7 for emergencies.
From knob-and-tube replacement in a 1920s Tudor to a new EV circuit in a postwar ranch, Kalahari Electrical Services handles Avondale Estates projects from permit application through DeKalb County inspection. Call 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.
Kalahari Electrical handles panel upgrades to 100 or 200 amps, whole-home rewiring, knob-and-tube replacement, Level 2 EV charger circuits, whole-home surge protection, lighting, outlets and GFCI protection, generator hookups, safety inspections, and 24/7 emergency repairs throughout Avondale Estates. Surge protection is a frequent request here because metro Atlanta thunderstorms are hard on older electrical systems. Our licensed, background-checked technicians work in both historic and newer homes.
Because Avondale Estates was founded in 1924, many Tudor Revival homes and bungalows here are close to a century old. In these houses we may find original knob-and-tube runs, cloth-insulated wiring, 60-amp panels, and two-prong outlets with no grounding. Postwar ranches often have more capacity but still lack GFCI protection and dedicated circuits for modern appliances. The most common projects we complete in the city are panel upgrades, rewiring, and added circuits for kitchens, HVAC, and EV chargers.
Yes. Kalahari Electrical Services holds Georgia electrical contractor license EN213186 and carries full insurance for work in Avondale Estates and across the state. We are a family-owned company that has served metro Atlanta since 2001, with a 4.9-star Google rating and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Our technicians are background checked, and every job is covered by our satisfaction guarantee.
Yes, we manage permitting for Avondale Estates projects from start to finish. The city has its own process: applications go to the City of Avondale Estates Community Development Department, DeKalb County’s Planning and Sustainability Department performs plan review and inspections under contract with the city, and the city issues the permit once the county approves. Most panel upgrades, rewiring, and new circuits require a permit, and we schedule the county inspections for you.
Yes, we offer emergency and same-day electrical service in Avondale Estates. Electrical emergencies such as sparking outlets, burning smells, or a total loss of power in your home should never wait. Call us at 678-665-2309 and we will dispatch one of our professionally trained technicians as quickly as possible. For power outages caused by the utility, we recommend also contacting Georgia Power at 1-888-891-0938 to report the outage.
The cost of electrical work in Avondale Estates depends on several factors specific to your project. These include:
We also help our customers take advantage of available incentives. For instance, Georgia Power offers a residential rebate for the purchase and installation of a qualifying Level 2 smart EV charger. Contact us at 678-665-2309 to schedule an estimate, and we will provide upfront pricing with no surprises.
Not automatically, but it deserves an inspection. Homes from the city’s original 1920s development may still contain knob-and-tube or cloth-insulated wiring, and both are past their intended lifespan. Warning signs include frequently tripping breakers or blown fuses, flickering lights, warm switch plates, and two-prong outlets throughout the house. An electrical safety inspection will show what is original, what has been updated, and whether a full or partial rewire makes sense for your home.
Yes. Panel upgrades, whole-home rewiring, and most new circuit installations in Avondale Estates require an electrical permit. Applications go through the City of Avondale Estates Community Development Department, and DeKalb County handles plan review and inspections on the city’s behalf. Unpermitted work can create problems during a home sale and may never get checked for code compliance. As your contractor, Kalahari Electrical files the application and meets the county inspector so the process stays simple for you.
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