Contact us if you have any questions.
Contact us if you have any questions.
When you need a dependable electrician in Doraville, the age and character of the housing here shape almost every job. Doraville grew up around the old General Motors Assembly plant, and many of its neighborhoods off Buford Highway and Tilly Mill Road are filled with postwar ranch homes built in the 1950s and 1960s. Those classic brick ranches are sturdy, but their original electrical systems were never designed for today’s loads. We regularly find undersized service panels, two-prong ungrounded outlets, aging cloth or aluminum branch wiring, and crowded breaker boxes that trip whenever a window unit, microwave, and EV charger run at once.
Homeowners near Northwoods, Oakcliff, and the Assembly redevelopment district also ask about adding circuits for additions, finished basements, and home offices. Whether your Doraville home is a mid-century original or a recently renovated property closer to the Perimeter, our licensed electricians diagnose the real problem and bring the wiring safely up to current code.
Kalahari Electrical Services focuses on the work Doraville homeowners and business owners need most. As a residential electrician in Doraville, we handle panel upgrades from outdated 100-amp service to a modern 200-amp system, full and partial rewiring for mid-century homes, GFCI and AFCI outlet installation, whole-home surge protection, and Level 2 EV charger circuits. We also provide commercial electrical services for Doraville’s growing business corridor, including tenant buildout wiring, lighting upgrades, and code compliance work.
Whether you need safer wiring in a 1960s Oakcliff ranch, a code-compliant buildout for a commercial space along Buford Highway, or prompt electrical repairs after a storm, Doraville electricians on our team handle the job from permit to final inspection. Every project goes through the City of Doraville’s EnerGov portal for permitting, and we coordinate that process so you do not have to.
Doraville homeowners choose Kalahari Electrical Services because we pair local know-how with a reputation you can verify. We are a family-owned electrical company founded in 2001, fully licensed and insured, and trusted across metro Atlanta. Every job is handled by background-checked technicians who treat your home with respect and explain the work in plain terms. Our 4.9 Google rating and A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau reflect years of consistent, honest service. Best of all, every project is backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee, so you can feel confident the work on your Doraville home is done right.
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.
Doraville sits in DeKalb County and has experienced significant revitalization in recent years, with new mixed-use developments alongside its established mid-century neighborhoods. Georgia Power offers a $250 rebate to residential customers who install a qualified Level 2 EV charger, which can offset part of the cost of upgrading your electrical system. Check the Georgia Power website for current eligibility details and additional energy efficiency programs.
The City of Doraville handles its own residential electrical permits through the Community Development Department, not DeKalb County. Applications, plan submissions, and inspection scheduling are managed through the city’s EnerGov Citizen Self Service Portal, where you can register an account, upload documents, pay fees, and track your project online.
Doraville issues electrical permits directly through its Community Development Department.
Use the EnerGov Citizen Self Service Portal to apply for permits, submit plans, and schedule inspections.
A permit is required for panel upgrades, service changes, rewiring, and EV charger installations.
All permitted work is subject to city inspection before final approval.
Call 811 before any digging project in Georgia. It is required by state law to protect buried utility lines.
For properties near jurisdictional boundaries, verify your permitting authority by address with the city.
Georgia Power offers a $250 rebate for the purchase and installation of a qualified Level 2 EV charger.
The charger must be new and installed by a qualified electrician to qualify for the rebate.
Georgia Power may offer additional energy efficiency programs; check their website for current details.
Federal tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act may also apply to certain electrical upgrades; consult a tax professional for specifics.
Georgia Power Outage Line: 1-888-891-0938
Georgia Power Customer Service: 1-888-660-5890
DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management (water and sewer): 770-270-6243
Report outages online through Georgia Power’s website or mobile app for faster tracking.
Check whether neighbors are also affected. If so, report the outage to Georgia Power at 1-888-891-0938. If only your home is dark, check your main breakers. If that does not resolve the issue, call a licensed electrician.
Call 911 immediately. Stay at least 35 feet away from any downed line and assume it is energized. After calling 911, you can also report the line to Georgia Power at 1-888-891-0938.
If you smell rotten eggs or hear hissing near a gas line, evacuate everyone from the building immediately. Do not flip any light switches. Call 911, then contact Atlanta Gas Light at 1-877-427-4321 from a safe location.
For public sewer issues in Doraville, contact the DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management at 770-270-6243. Avoid using plumbing fixtures until the issue is assessed, and keep children and pets away from any standing water.
Whether your mid-century Doraville home needs a panel upgrade, your business needs commercial wiring, or you are dealing with an urgent electrical issue, Kalahari Electrical Services is here to help. Give us a call at 678-665-2309 or visit our contact page to schedule an estimate. We will walk you through the scope of work, permitting, and timeline so there are no surprises.
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 Doraville. For homeowners, our most requested work includes panel upgrades from outdated 100-amp service to modern 200-amp systems, full and partial rewiring for mid-century homes, GFCI and AFCI outlet installation, whole-home surge protection, and Level 2 EV charger circuit installations. We also serve Doraville business owners with commercial electrical services. Georgia Power currently offers a rebate for qualified Level 2 EV charger installations, and we can help you take advantage of that program.
Many Doraville homes were built between the 1950s and 1970s, and neighborhoods like Northwoods, Oakcliff, and Pleasantdale are full of classic ranch and split-level houses with original electrical systems. We frequently find outdated panels, undersized wiring, missing GFCI protection in kitchens and bathrooms, and circuits that simply cannot handle modern appliance loads. These older systems often fall short of current electrical codes, which can create safety hazards and limit your home’s capacity for today’s technology and appliances.
Yes. We are a fully licensed Georgia electrical contractor (license EN213186) and carry full insurance coverage. Kalahari Electrical Services is a family-owned company founded in 2001 by Jan Rossouw, and we hold an A+ rating with the BBB along with a 4.9 Google rating. Every one of our technicians is background-checked, drug-tested, and professionally trained, and we stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Yes, we handle the permitting process for our Doraville customers. The City of Doraville manages its own residential electrical permits through the Community Development Department, not through DeKalb County. Applications, plan submissions, and inspection scheduling are handled through the city’s EnerGov Citizen Self Service Portal. We are familiar with this system and take care of the paperwork and coordination so you do not have to worry about it.
Yes, we offer emergency and same-day electrical service in Doraville. If your entire home loses power, we recommend first checking whether your neighbors are also affected. If they are, report the outage to Georgia Power at 1-888-891-0938. If only your home is affected, check your main breaker and then give us a call at 678-665-2309. Our team responds quickly to electrical emergencies throughout the Doraville area to restore safety and power to your home.
The cost of electrical work in Doraville depends on several factors, including the scope and complexity of the project, the age and condition of your existing wiring and panel, the materials required, permit fees from the City of Doraville’s Community Development Department, and whether any code upgrades are needed to bring an older home up to current standards. Many mid-century homes in Doraville require additional work to safely support modern electrical loads.
Need a panel upgrade, EV charger, or generator but want to spread the cost? We offer promotional financing through the Synchrony Project Card, subject to credit approval. See if you prequalify in minutes with no impact to your credit score.
View Financing OptionsLet us know what you’re looking for and we will contact you.
