TRD Electric has been the electrician Easton homeowners, landlords, and businesses call when something goes wrong with the wiring, and when they want it done right the first time. Founded in 1991, we have spent more than three decades keeping homes and commercial properties in Northampton County safe, up to code, and properly powered. Whether you need a dead outlet fixed today or a full panel upgrade scheduled for next week, we are ready to help. We answer when you call. We arrive when we say. We leave it safe.
Call (484) 549-3289 for a quote.
No matter what's going wrong with your wiring, the right move is to get it looked at before a small problem becomes a dangerous one. Dead outlets, flickering lights, and breakers that keep tripping are not just inconveniences. They are signs that something in your electrical system needs attention.
When we come out, we start by finding the fault. That might mean tracing a dead circuit back to a loose connection, testing outlets that stopped working after a storm, or diagnosing a breaker that trips every time a certain appliance runs. We explain what we find in plain terms and give you a clear path to fixing it.
Property managers and landlords call us regularly for this kind of work. Tenant-reported problems need a fast, reliable answer, and we treat rental properties with the same care we bring to any home. We'll find the fault and fix it right.
A home or building that has outgrown its electrical supply shows it in familiar ways: breakers that trip under normal loads, panels with no open slots, and circuits that can't handle modern appliances. We handle breaker panel repair and replacement, 100-to-200-amp service upgrades, and the full range of work that brings a property's electrical capacity in line with what it actually needs.
Dedicated circuits for dryers, ranges, and 240-volt loads are a common request, and we install them correctly from the panel out. We also upgrade to AFCI and GFCI breakers where code requires them, which adds meaningful protection against arc faults and ground faults throughout the home.
Our electricians do the load calculations and grounding work that make a panel upgrade last. You get the wiring done right the first time, not a patch that creates problems later. Pick up the phone and we'll handle the wiring.
Calling an electrician doesn't have to be stressful, especially for the kind of work that makes a home more comfortable and functional. We install standard outlets, GFCI outlets in kitchens and bathrooms, and USB outlets wherever they make sense. Switches get the same attention: standard replacements, dimmers, and smart-ready options that work with today's home technology.
Lighting installation covers the full range. Recessed lighting in living rooms and kitchens, ceiling fixtures, under-cabinet lighting, exterior lighting, motion sensor lights, and security lighting around the perimeter of a home or commercial property. Ceiling fan installation and wiring is a regular request, and we handle bathroom exhaust fan wiring as part of the same kind of visit.
Remodelers and homeowners updating a room call us when they need outlets moved, circuits extended, or new fixtures placed where none existed before. Call us and we'll walk you through the fix.
Northampton County's housing stock is some of the oldest in the country. That means older wiring systems, undersized panels, and electrical infrastructure that was never designed for the loads modern households place on it. Nor'easters and ice storms also remind residents here that reliable backup power is not a luxury. The services below come up regularly in this area for good reason.
Knob-and-tube wiring was standard in homes built before the 1950s, and aluminum branch wiring was common in homes built through the 1970s. Both are still present in a significant number of Easton homes and throughout the older neighborhoods across the region. Knob-and-tube lacks a ground wire and degrades over decades. Aluminum branch wiring expands and contracts with heat in ways that loosen connections and create fire risk.
Beyond safety, these wiring types create real problems with homeowners insurance. Many carriers will not write or renew a policy on a home with active knob-and-tube wiring. A rewiring project addresses the hazard and resolves the insurance issue at the same time. Our experienced electricians who respect your home handle this work with care, working through finished spaces wherever possible to minimize disruption.
EV adoption in the Lehigh Valley has grown steadily, and more homeowners are arriving at the decision to install a Level 2 charger at home rather than relying on public stations. A Level 2 charger runs on a dedicated 240-volt circuit and charges a vehicle several times faster than a standard outlet. Before installation, we check panel capacity to confirm the home can carry the added load, and we run the circuit from the panel to wherever the charger will be mounted. We handle the full electrical side of the job. Call us and we'll walk you through what your panel and garage setup will need.
Pennsylvania winters bring ice storms and nor'easters that knock out power for hours or days at a time. A standby generator is a practical answer, and the electrical work that connects one to your home requires a licensed electrician. We install transfer switches, run the wiring from the generator to the panel, and make sure the connection is safe and code-compliant. We handle the electrical hookup. The transfer switch is what keeps generator power from backfeeding the utility lines, and getting it right matters. We'll find the fault and fix it right.
A single voltage spike from a lightning strike or a utility fluctuation can damage appliances, electronics, and HVAC equipment throughout a home. Whole-home surge protection installs at the panel and intercepts those spikes before they reach your devices. It is a single installation with lasting protection, and it is one of the more cost-effective upgrades we recommend for older homes and newer builds alike.
Electrical safety inspections are worth scheduling before buying a home, before listing one, or simply when a property has not been looked at in years. We assess the panel, wiring, outlets, and grounding, and we give you an honest picture of what needs attention. Landlords use these inspections to stay ahead of code issues. Buyers use them to understand what they are purchasing. We also wire hard-wired smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors as part of this kind of visit. Honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell.
Our electricians work across property types. Homeowners call for remodel wiring in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and garages. Contractors and builders bring us in for home addition electrical and new construction rough-in. The scope changes but the standard of work does not.
On the commercial side, we work with property managers, office tenants, retail spaces, and building owners who need commercial panel upgrades, circuit additions, or wiring work done on a schedule that does not disrupt their tenants or operations. Electricians for rental properties understand that downtime costs money, and we work accordingly.
When you call us, you talk to the people who actually show up. Dependable service. Honest rates. Local know-how.
TRD Electric has been locally owned and operating in Easton since 1991. That is more than 35 years of electrical work in this community, across the kinds of homes and buildings that make up Northampton County. We know the older housing stock, the panel types, and the wiring challenges that come up in this area because we have been working through them for decades.
All work is performed by licensed electricians who take the job seriously and treat your property with care. We are proud of the reputation we have built here, and we work to earn it on every call. If you need to hire an electrician you can trust, we are the local option with the track record to back it up.
Our electricians work on a schedule that fits real life. Same-day availability means that when something goes wrong in the morning, you do not have to wait until next week to get it looked at. We also handle after-hours and weekend calls for situations that cannot wait.
Pricing is straightforward. We give you a clear quote before work begins, and we do not pad the bill with surprises. Emergency electrician calls are handled with the same transparency. You know what the job will cost before we start. Call (484) 549-3289 to request an estimate and we will get you scheduled.
We serve Easton and the surrounding communities throughout Northampton County, including Wilson, Palmer Township, Forks Township, Bethlehem, Nazareth, Hellertown, Bangor, and Phillipsburg just across the Delaware River in New Jersey. If your town is not on that list, call us at (484) 549-3289 and we will let you know whether we can reach you. We cover a broad area and are happy to answer that question directly.
Call us at (484) 549-3289 and we will ask the right questions about the job before giving you a number. Pricing depends on the scope of the work, the condition of the existing wiring, and what materials the job requires, so we take a few minutes to understand what you are dealing with before quoting. We do not give vague ballpark numbers just to get a foot in the door.
If an outlet is sparking, making a buzzing sound, or warm to the touch, stop using it immediately and do not plug anything else into it. If the issue is at your panel, do not touch the panel and call us at (484) 549-3289 right away. These are signs of a wiring fault or connection problem that should not wait, and we are available for same-day and after-hours calls when something cannot sit.
A partial power loss, where some rooms or circuits go dark while others stay on, usually points to a tripped breaker, a blown fuse in an older panel, or a problem with one leg of the utility service coming into the home. Check your panel first for any tripped breakers, but if the breaker will not reset or you see signs of damage, call us rather than forcing it. We can diagnose the issue and tell you whether it is something in your panel or a problem that involves the utility service.
When you call, we will ask about the issue, the property type, and your availability, and we will get you on the schedule. We give you a clear arrival window so you are not waiting around all day. When we arrive, we start with a proper diagnosis before recommending any work, and we explain what we find in plain terms before anything is touched.
We show up on time, introduce ourselves, and take a look at what you are dealing with before recommending anything. We explain what we find in plain terms and give you a clear picture of the repair or installation involved, including what it will cost, before we start. Experienced electricians who respect your home handle the work from start to finish.
We give you a clear quote before work begins and we do not pad the bill with surprises after the fact. If we open a wall or panel and find something that changes the scope, we will tell you what we found and what it adds before we proceed. You know what the job will cost before we start.
The quote we give you before starting work is what we hold ourselves to. If the scope changes because of something unexpected we find during the job, we will stop and walk you through what changed and what it means for the price before continuing. We do not spring additional charges on you after the work is done.
Travel fees depend on the distance involved, and we will be straightforward with you about that when you call. For most of the communities we regularly serve throughout Northampton County and the Lehigh Valley, there is no added travel charge. Call us at (484) 549-3289 and we will give you a clear answer for your location.
Our electricians serve Easton and the communities throughout the region. If you are nearby, we can likely be there quickly. We regularly work in Wilson, Palmer Township, Forks Township, Bethlehem, Nazareth, Bath, Hellertown, and across the Lehigh Valley. We also serve customers in Phillipsburg and the New Jersey communities just across the river when the job calls for it.
Finding a local electrician who knows the area should be simple. We answer when you call. We arrive when we say. We leave it safe.
Call (484) 549-3289 for a quote. We are ready to help.
From a tripped breaker to a full panel upgrade, we handle the electrical work that keeps Easton homes and businesses running safely. The table below covers everything we do, who each service is built for, and what you should know before scheduling. Call (484) 549-3289 and we will match the right service to your situation.
| Service Type | What's Included | Common Situations | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| EV Charger Installation | Level 2 charger circuit, 240-volt dedicated circuit, panel capacity check, charger mounting and wiring | Electric vehicle owners who want faster home charging than a standard outlet provides | A Level 2 charger requires a dedicated 240-volt circuit. We check your panel first to confirm it can carry the added load. |
| Wiring & Circuit Installation | new circuit runs, remodel wiring, addition and new construction rough-in, circuit extensions | Contractors, builders, and homeowners adding space or updating a room | All new wiring is installed to current code, which means proper grounding, correct wire gauge, and the right breaker protection. |
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting | dead outlets, flickering lights, tripping breakers, post-storm circuit faults | Any homeowner, landlord, or tenant with an active wiring problem | Small faults found early are far less expensive than the damage they cause if left alone. |
| Backup Generator Installation | transfer switch installation, generator-to-panel wiring, code-compliant hookup | Homeowners who want reliable power through Pennsylvania ice storms and nor'easters | A transfer switch is required by code and prevents generator power from backfeeding utility lines, which protects utility workers and your equipment. |
| Electrical Panel & Service Upgrades | 100-to-200-amp upgrades, breaker panel replacement, AFCI and GFCI breaker installation, load calculations | Homes and buildings that have outgrown their current electrical supply | A panel upgrade is typically permitted and inspected by the local authority, which protects you at resale. |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection | panel-level surge device installation, appliance and electronics protection | Homeowners with sensitive electronics, newer appliances, or a history of storm-related power fluctuations | A whole-home surge protector installs at the panel in a single visit and covers every circuit in the house. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | fan mounting and wiring, switch and dimmer pairing, fan-rated box installation | Homeowners replacing a light fixture or adding a fan where no wiring exists | Installing a ceiling fan where there is no existing fan-rated box requires a proper electrical box upgrade first. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation | standard and GFCI outlets, USB outlets, dimmer and smart switches, outlet relocation | Homeowners updating a room or adding outlets where none exist | GFCI outlets are required by code in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas. |
| Basement & Sump-Pump Circuits | dedicated sump pump circuit, basement outlet installation, GFCI protection in wet areas | Homeowners finishing a basement or adding a sump pump in flood-prone areas | Sump pumps in basements require a dedicated circuit with GFCI protection. Sharing a circuit risks nuisance trips at the worst possible time. |
| Lighting Installation | recessed lighting, exterior and security lighting, under-cabinet lighting, motion sensor lights | Remodelers, homeowners upgrading a room, and property owners adding exterior security lighting | Exterior lighting placement affects both safety and energy use. We help you get both right. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections | panel and wiring assessment, outlet and grounding check, pre-purchase and pre-listing inspections | Home buyers, sellers, landlords, and owners of properties that have not been inspected in years | We give you an honest picture of what needs attention, with no pressure to add work beyond what the property actually needs. |
| Code-Correction Wiring | GFCI and AFCI upgrades, grounding and bonding corrections, permit-required repairs | Homeowners who received a failed inspection or need to bring older wiring up to current code | Code corrections are often required before a home sale closes or a permit for other work is issued. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits | dryer and range circuits, 240-volt appliance wiring, workshop and garage circuits, sump pump circuits | Homeowners adding a major appliance or finishing a basement or garage | Most large appliances require their own circuit. Running one from a shared circuit is a code violation and a fire risk. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair | breaker replacement, fuse panel assessment, tripped breaker diagnosis | Homeowners dealing with a breaker that will not reset or trips repeatedly | A breaker that trips under normal load is a symptom, not the root problem. We find the cause. |
| Knob-and-Tube & Aluminum Rewiring | full and partial rewiring, aluminum branch wiring remediation, grounding upgrades, insurance-required rewiring | Owners of pre-1970s homes in Easton and throughout Northampton County | Many insurers will not write or renew a policy on a home with active knob-and-tube wiring. A rewire resolves both the safety issue and the insurance barrier. |
How do I know if my home needs a panel upgrade?
The clearest signs are breakers that trip under normal loads, a panel with no open slots for new circuits, flickering lights when large appliances run, or a fuse box that has never been replaced. Homes in Easton built before the 1980s often have 60-amp or 100-amp service that was never sized for modern household loads. We assess the panel, do the load calculations, and tell you honestly whether an upgrade is necessary or whether a smaller fix will do the job.
What causes a breaker to keep tripping?
A breaker that trips repeatedly is telling you that something on that circuit is drawing more current than the breaker is rated for, or that there is a fault in the wiring or a connected device. Common causes include too many appliances on a shared circuit, a failing appliance, a loose or damaged connection, or a breaker that has worn out and trips too easily. We trace the circuit, find the cause, and fix it rather than just resetting the breaker and hoping it holds.
Is the electrical work permitted and inspected?
Work that requires a permit, such as panel upgrades, service changes, new circuit installations, and rewiring projects, is pulled and inspected through the local authority. That inspection is not just a formality. It protects you legally, confirms the work meets current code, and matters at resale. We handle the permit process and schedule the inspection as part of the job.
Same-Day and Emergency Availability
When something goes wrong with your wiring and it cannot wait, we are available same-day, after hours, and on weekends. Call us and we will tell you how quickly we can be there.
My home has knob-and-tube wiring. Is it dangerous?
Knob-and-tube wiring is not automatically an emergency, but it does carry real risks that grow over time. It lacks a ground wire, it degrades with age, and it was never designed for the loads modern households place on it. The bigger practical problem for many Easton homeowners is insurance. Many carriers will not write or renew a homeowners policy on a property with active knob-and-tube wiring. We assess what is present and walk you through your options, whether that means a full rewire or targeted remediation.
What does EV charger installation involve?
A Level 2 home charger runs on a dedicated 240-volt circuit, the same voltage as a dryer or range. Before we install anything, we check your panel to confirm it has the capacity to carry the added load. If it does, we run the circuit from the panel to wherever the charger will be mounted, typically in a garage or on an exterior wall. If the panel is at capacity, we discuss whether an upgrade makes sense. We handle the full electrical side of the installation.
Do I need to be home when the electrician comes?
For most jobs, yes. We need access to the panel, the areas where work is being done, and sometimes the attic or crawlspace. For exterior work or jobs where access has been arranged in advance, we can sometimes work without you present, but we confirm that when you schedule. Either way, we give you a clear arrival window so you are not waiting around all day.
Experienced With Older and Newer Homes
We have been working through the wiring challenges in Northampton County's older housing stock since 1991. Whether the home has knob-and-tube wiring or a modern panel, we know what to look for and how to fix it.
When should I call an electrician instead of trying to fix it myself?
Replacing a light bulb or resetting a tripped breaker is something most homeowners can handle. Anything beyond that, including replacing outlets, installing switches, running wiring, or working inside a panel, involves real shock and fire risk and is work that licensed electricians handle. The other consideration is code. Unpermitted electrical work can create problems when you sell the home or file an insurance claim. If you are unsure whether a job crosses that line, call us and we will tell you honestly.
Do you handle same-day or emergency electrical calls?
Yes. We are available for same-day calls when something goes wrong and cannot wait, and we handle after-hours and weekend situations for issues that are urgent. When you call, tell us what is happening and we will let you know how quickly we can get there. Sparking outlets, buzzing panels, or a partial loss of power are the kinds of problems we treat as priority calls.
Upfront Quotes With No Surprise Fees
We give you a clear quote before work begins and we hold to it. If something unexpected changes the scope, we tell you before we proceed, not after the bill is written.
What do flickering or dimming lights usually mean?
Occasional flickering when a large appliance starts up is usually a sign that the circuit or panel is being pushed close to its capacity. Persistent flickering, flickering in multiple rooms, or lights that dim and brighten without an obvious cause can point to a loose connection, a failing breaker, or a problem with the utility service coming into the home. We diagnose the source rather than guessing, and we explain what we find before recommending any work.
How does pricing and estimating work?
When you call, we ask the right questions about the job before giving you a number. Pricing depends on the scope of the work, the condition of the existing wiring, and what the job requires in materials and time. We give you a clear quote before work begins and we do not add charges after the fact without telling you first. If we find something during the job that changes the scope, we stop and walk you through what it means for the price before we continue.
How long does a panel upgrade or whole-home rewire take?
A panel upgrade is typically a one-day job for most residential properties. The power will be off for a portion of the day while the work is done, and we coordinate the utility reconnection as part of the process. A whole-home rewire takes longer, usually several days depending on the size of the home and how accessible the wiring is. We give you a realistic timeline when we assess the job, not a number designed to get you to sign and then stretch.
Call (484) 549-3289 to talk through your electrical project and get a clear quote before anything is scheduled.
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