About VoltGuide

Why VoltGuide exists

Electrical work is expensive, regulated, and easy to misunderstand. Many homeowners do not know what a fair price looks like, what questions to ask, or how to check if an electrician is properly licensed. That problem gets bigger if English is not your first language or you are new to how home repair works in the US.

VoltGuide was built to make that process clearer. We help you understand the job in plain language, learn the usual price ranges, and connect with electricians who say they are licensed, insured, and bonded. You can also use our guides to learn what to ask before you hire, including how to check an electrician license and what to get in writing.

We do not perform electrical work. We do not design systems, pull permits, inspect work, or tell anyone to do electrical work themselves. Electrical work can be dangerous. If you smell burning, see sparks or smoke, or someone gets shocked, stop using the circuit and call a licensed electrician now, or 911 if there is smoke or fire.

Who VoltGuide is for

VoltGuide is for US homeowners who want a safer, clearer way to hire help for electrical jobs.

We are especially useful for:

• New homeowners who have never hired an electrician before
• Busy families who want to compare options without spending hours searching
• New immigrants and non-native English speakers who want plain words and a less confusing process
• Homeowners dealing with urgent problems like a dead circuit, repeated breaker trips, or an outdated panel
• People planning bigger projects like panel upgrades, rewiring, or EV charger installation

We try to explain things simply. For example, a basic service call often runs about $120-$400. Moving or installing an outlet is often $150-$350. A whole-house surge protector is often $250-$500. Bigger jobs can vary a lot. A 200-amp panel upgrade may run about $1,800-$4,500. A Level 2 EV charger install may run about $600-$2,200. A whole-house rewire can be $8,000-$25,000+ depending on home size and access.

Those are typical ranges only, not quotes. Real price depends on the panel, the wiring, the scope, the materials, permits, and your area. You can see more examples on our electrical cost guides.

How our free matching service works

Using VoltGuide does not cost the homeowner anything. The process is simple:

1. Tell us the job. Share basic details like the problem, the type of project, your ZIP code, and how to reach you.
2. We help with the next step. If available in your area, we try to match you with electricians who say they are licensed, insured, and bonded.
3. You compare. Ask questions. Check availability. Review the written scope and price.
4. You choose who to hire. Or you hire no one. It is your decision.

You should always:

• Verify the license yourself before hiring
• Ask if permits are needed and follow local code
• Get the scope of work and price in writing before any deposit
• Ask what is included, what could change, and who handles permit scheduling
• Hold final payment until the agreed work is completed

If you want a simple checklist, see our hiring an electrician guide.

How VoltGuide is paid

VoltGuide is free for homeowners.

Participating electricians pay VoltGuide a flat fee to receive matching opportunities. That means you do not pay us to use the service.

A few important points:

• We are not the electrician you hire
• We do not supervise or inspect the work
• We do not set your project price
• We do not promise that every electrician is right for every job

That is why your part matters. Compare at least two options when you can. Verify the license yourself. Read the written scope carefully. Make sure permits and code requirements are handled the right way. If something is unclear, ask until it is clear.

Our goal is simple: make the process easier to understand, especially for homeowners who feel shut out by jargon, pressure, or language barriers.

What we will and will not ask for

We only need basic job and contact details to try to help with a match.

That usually means:

• Your name
• Phone number or email
• Property ZIP code or address
• A short description of the electrical issue or project

We do not need sensitive financial information like bank account numbers, credit card numbers, or Social Security numbers to connect you with an electrician.

If you are talking to any contractor, be careful with paperwork and deposits. Ask for the business name, license number, insurance details, and a written scope before you agree to anything. If permits may be required, read our guide to electrical permits.

Our promise to homeowners

We try to be useful, not pushy.

That means:

• Plain language instead of hard-to-follow jargon
• Honest cost ranges instead of fake low prices
• Safety first every time
• Respect for homeowners who want time to compare and decide
• A process that works better for people who are more comfortable in a language other than English

You do not need to know everything about wiring to hire well. You just need a clear process. Start with safety. Use licensed, insured, and bonded electricians. Verify the license yourself. Get the details in writing. Compare your options. Then choose what works for your home and your budget.

If you are ready, you can get matched for free.