Serving North Druid Hills since 2001
Licensed Electrician in North Druid Hills, GA. Panel upgrades, rewiring, EV chargers. Licensed & insured. Call Kalahari Electrical Services: 678-665-2309.
Your local electrician
Much of North Druid Hills was built between the 1950s and the 1970s, and the ranch and split-level homes in neighborhoods such as LaVista Park and Sagamore Hills often still carry the electrical systems they started with. A panel installed when the house was new was sized for a few lights and basic appliances, not for central air conditioning, a modern kitchen, a home office, and an EV charger in the garage. That mismatch shows up as breakers that trip under normal use, outlets that will not accept grounded plugs, and lights that flicker when large appliances start.
Some of these homes may still contain aging cloth-insulated wiring, which can become brittle over time, and two-prong outlets that leave electronics without a ground path. Heavy tree cover across this part of DeKalb County adds another layer of risk, since summer storms and falling limbs can stress overhead service lines and send surges through a house. Kalahari Electrical Services works on these homes every week, just inside I-285. We upgrade panels, replace outdated wiring, add grounded and GFCI-protected outlets, install whole-home surge protection, and run dedicated circuits so an older North Druid Hills home can handle the way you live today.
What we do in North Druid Hills
Kalahari Electrical Services specializes in panel upgrades, whole-home rewiring, multifamily electrical work, and EV charger installation for North Druid Hills residents. Whether your mid-century ranch needs a 200-amp panel to handle modern appliances and air conditioning loads, or you want a Level 2 EV charger installed in your garage, we handle it from permitting through final inspection.
As experienced North Druid Hills electricians, we also serve the area's growing number of multifamily and infill properties with code-compliant commercial electrical solutions. From dedicated circuits for home offices to whole-home surge protection against Georgia's frequent thunderstorms, our residential electrician in North Druid Hills team covers every job, large or small.
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Recent work
Every job our crew completes is logged with photographs and the review the customer left afterwards, mapped across North Druid Hills and the wider metro.
Testimonials
Here’s what customers have to say about our electrical services.
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 decided they would rewire the whole thing. They did not charge extra and were still in and out fast.
– Michael C.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. I will never use another electrician.
– Satisfied CustomerI 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.
Why us
North Druid Hills homeowners choose Kalahari Electrical Services because we bring proven, trustworthy work to their older homes. We are a family-owned company that has served metro Atlanta since 2001, and we are fully licensed and insured for your protection. Every technician who comes to your door is background-checked, so you can feel comfortable having us in your home. Our reputation reflects that commitment: we hold a 4.9-star Google rating and an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We also stand behind every job with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, so you can trust that the work on your North Druid Hills home is done right.
Our core values
We explain the work before we start and take the time to discuss your home or business’s unique electrical needs.
You can count on us to deliver same-day service and high-quality craftsmanship backed with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
We deliver exceptional work and our North Druid Hills electricians care about your comfort and safety.
Plan your project
Have a question about your North Druid Hills home's electrical system or ready to schedule service? Call Kalahari Electrical Services at 678-665-2309 or reach out through our contact page at contact us online.
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We handle panel upgrades, whole-home rewiring, EV charger installation, lighting, outlet and switch work, surge protection, generator installation, safety inspections, and 24/7 emergency repairs for North Druid Hills homes. Mid-century houses in this part of DeKalb County often need 200-amp panel upgrades before they can support modern HVAC and kitchen loads, and we manage those projects from the DeKalb County permit through the final inspection.
Most North Druid Hills homes date from the 1950s through the 1970s, so we regularly find original fuse boxes, ungrounded two-prong outlets, and panels that cannot keep up with central air and modern appliances. Some houses may still contain aging cloth-insulated wiring, which can become brittle with age. Frequent breaker trips, flickering lights, and warm outlets or switch plates are the usual warning signs, and an electrical safety inspection is the right first step.
Yes. Kalahari Electrical Services is licensed and insured in Georgia under license EN213186, and we have been family-owned since 2001. Every technician who enters your North Druid Hills home is background-checked, and we stand behind our work with a satisfaction guarantee. Our customers have given us a 4.9-star Google rating, and we hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
Yes. North Druid Hills is unincorporated, so electrical permits come from the DeKalb County Planning and Sustainability Department rather than a city hall. We file applications through the county's ePermitting portal, schedule the required inspections, and make sure the finished work meets current code. Permit handling is built into our standard service, so county paperwork never lands on your desk.
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency service and same-day appointments in North Druid Hills. Sparking outlets, burning smells, a hot panel, or losing power in part of your house all deserve an immediate call to us at 678-665-2309. If the whole street is dark, the problem is usually on the utility side, so report it to Georgia Power at 1-888-891-0938 and check your breaker panel while you wait.
Pricing depends on the scope of the job, the age and condition of your existing panel and wiring, DeKalb County permit and inspection fees, the materials required, and how accessible the wiring is inside your home. Older North Druid Hills houses sometimes need corrections that only become visible once a panel or wall is opened. We put the full scope of work in writing before any work begins, so call 678-665-2309 to schedule an estimate.
In most cases, yes. DeKalb County requires permits for new electrical installations, service upgrades, major repairs, and added circuits, and that includes panel replacements in North Druid Hills. Applications go through the county's online ePermitting system, and an inspector signs off after the work is complete. Because jurisdiction can vary near area boundaries, it is smart to confirm your address with the DeKalb County GIS or property search tool, which we do as part of every project.
Not automatically, but it deserves a professional look. Homes from the 1950s through the 1970s may contain cloth-insulated wiring, ungrounded outlets, or a panel too small for modern loads, and any of those can justify an upgrade. Warning signs include frequent breaker trips, flickering lights, warm outlets, and two-prong receptacles throughout the house. An electrical safety inspection will tell you whether targeted repairs are enough or a larger rewiring project makes sense.
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