Calling an electrician doesn't have to be stressful, and after 35 years serving Easton and Northampton County, TRD Electric has made it a point to keep things simple. You call, we pick up, and we show up ready to work. Whether you own a home in the West Ward, manage a rental property near downtown, or run a small business on the South Side, we handle the full range of electrical work that keeps your building safe and your circuits running the way they should.
When you call us, you talk to the people who actually show up. That matters. We started in Easton in 1991 as a family operation, and the same commitment that built this business is what keeps customers calling us back. We work across residential and commercial properties, and we bring the same care to a single outlet replacement as we do to a full panel upgrade or a commercial rewiring project.
We answer when you call. We arrive when we say. We leave it safe.
No matter what's going wrong with your wiring, we want you to have a number you can call without wondering if anyone will answer. Electrical problems don't wait for business hours, and neither do we. We offer same-day scheduling for jobs that can't sit, and we're available for emergency calls after hours, on weekends, and when something goes wrong at a time that's never convenient.
If a breaker won't reset, an outlet stops working, or you notice burning smells or flickering lights that weren't there yesterday, those are situations worth addressing right away. We keep our schedule flexible so we can get to you when it counts. Call us and we'll walk you through the fix.
We handle the full range of residential and commercial electrical services, from quick repairs to larger installation and upgrade projects. Here's a look at the work we do most often.
Electrical problems rarely announce themselves clearly. A breaker that keeps tripping might point to an overloaded circuit, a wiring fault, or a failing device. Flickering lights can mean a loose connection, a failing fixture, or something deeper in the panel. Dead outlets are sometimes a tripped GFCI somewhere else in the circuit, and sometimes something more involved.
We diagnose before we fix. That means running through the circuit, identifying where the fault actually is, and giving you an honest answer about what it takes to correct it. GFCI and AFCI protection are part of that conversation too. Where your home or building needs updated protection to meet current code, we'll tell you plainly what's involved. Honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell. We'll find the fault and fix it right.
Older homes in the Easton area often carry panels that were sized for a much lighter electrical load than today's households put on them. If your panel is 100 amps and you're adding an EV charger, a home addition, or a major appliance, an upgrade to 200-amp service is often the right call. We handle the full scope of that work: breaker panel replacement, service entrance upgrades, meter base work, and load calculations to make sure the new panel is properly sized for your actual needs.
We also install subpanels for garages, workshops, finished basements, and outbuildings where running everything back to the main panel isn't practical. Call for a quote and we'll tell you exactly what the job involves.
Standard outlets, GFCI outlets in kitchens and bathrooms, AFCI protection in bedrooms and living areas, USB outlets where you want them. We install and replace switches, dimmers, and smart switch wiring. We run dedicated circuits for dryers, ranges, washers, garage equipment, and any appliance that needs its own circuit to run safely and reliably.
For home additions, finished basements, and garage conversions, we handle the full wiring scope. Everything we do is wired to code, because code-compliant work is what protects the building and the people in it. Sump pump circuits are a common request in this area too, and we wire those properly so your backup isn't at risk when you need it most.
Lighting upgrades are one of the most noticeable improvements you can make to a home or commercial space, and the wiring behind them matters as much as the fixture itself. We install recessed lighting, LED retrofits, under-cabinet lighting, and pendant and track lighting. Outside, we handle security lighting, motion sensor lights, and exterior fixture installation for porches, garages, and building perimeters.
Ceiling fan installation is a regular part of our work, whether you're adding a fan where there's no existing wiring, replacing an old fixture, or upgrading to a heavier fan that needs a proper brace and circuit. We wire it right so the fan runs quietly and safely for years.
Level 2 EV charger installation is one of the fastest-growing requests we get, and we handle the whole job: running the dedicated circuit, confirming your panel has the capacity to carry the load, and installing the charger at the right location in your garage or driveway. If your panel needs an upgrade first, we'll tell you that upfront.
Generator hookups and transfer switch installation give you a reliable path to backup power when the grid goes down. We wire the transfer switch properly so your generator feeds the circuits you need without back-feeding the utility line. Whole-home surge protection is a single-visit upgrade that protects your appliances and electronics from voltage spikes. It's a straightforward addition to any panel upgrade or as a standalone job.
Every job we complete is wired to current code. That's not a marketing line. It's the standard we hold ourselves to because code-compliant work is what keeps buildings safe and keeps homeowners and property managers out of trouble when it's time to sell, rent, or insure a property. If we find something during a job that needs to be corrected to bring the work up to code, we'll tell you what it is and what it takes to fix it. No surprises after the fact.
We also stand behind what we do. If something isn't right after we've finished a job, we want to know about it and we'll make it right. That's not a formal guarantee, it's just how we operate.
A properly wired home is a safer home, and in Northampton County, a significant portion of the housing stock dates back to before 1960. That means knob-and-tube wiring, aluminum branch circuit wiring, and panels that were never designed to carry a modern electrical load. These aren't automatic emergencies, but they do deserve a clear-eyed look from experienced electricians who respect your home.
We perform electrical safety inspections for homebuyers, homeowners, and property managers who want to know what they're working with. If the inspection turns up code violations, outdated wiring, or capacity problems, we'll walk you through the findings and give you a realistic picture of the remediation involved. Whole-home rewiring, knob-and-tube replacement, and aluminum wiring remediation are all work we do regularly in this area. We also install hardwired smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors as part of safety upgrades or as standalone jobs.
Our electricians know the homes and wiring in this area, and we work across a wide range of property types. Homeowners come to us for repairs, upgrades, and new installations. Landlords and property managers call us for inspection work, code corrections between tenants, and multi-unit electrical projects where reliability and scheduling matter. Commercial clients, from small offices to retail spaces to light industrial properties, rely on us for commercial panel work, circuit installation, lighting, and electrical repairs that need to get done without disrupting operations.
We understand that different customers have different priorities. A homeowner wants the problem solved cleanly and the house left the way we found it. A property manager wants the work done on schedule and documented properly. A business owner wants minimal downtime and honest communication about what the job involves. We work to meet all of those expectations on every call.
Dependable service. Honest rates. Local know-how.
We're based in Easton and serve customers throughout Northampton County and the wider Lehigh Valley region. If you're nearby, we can likely get to you.
Communities we serve regularly include:
If your town isn't on this list, call us anyway. We cover a broad area and we're happy to tell you whether we can reach you.
We know that one of the first things customers want to know is what the work is going to cost. Electrical pricing depends on the job: the scope of the work, the condition of the existing wiring, and what materials the job requires. We don't give vague ballpark numbers to get a foot in the door. When you call, we'll ask the right questions, give you a real estimate for the work involved, and make sure you understand what's included before anything starts. Pick up the phone and we'll handle the wiring.
We have been locally owned and operating in Easton since 1991, which puts us at more than 35 years of electrical work in this community. Over that time we have worked across the kinds of homes and buildings that make up Northampton County, from pre-war single-family houses to modern commercial properties. That history means we know the wiring, the panel types, and the challenges that come up in this area.
We work with homeowners, landlords, property managers, contractors, and commercial business owners throughout the Easton area and Northampton County. On the residential side that covers everything from single outlet repairs to whole-home rewiring. On the commercial side we handle panel upgrades, circuit additions, lighting, and wiring work for offices, retail spaces, and light industrial properties.
Our electricians know the homes and wiring in this area from decades of working in them, and they bring that experience to every job. Work is performed by licensed electricians who take the job seriously and treat your property with care. We give honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell, and we hold ourselves to the same standard on a small repair as we do on a large installation.
We pick up when you call, and for same-day requests we work to get you on the schedule that day when our availability allows. For urgent situations, including after-hours and weekend calls, we are available outside standard business hours. Call (484) 549-3289 and we will tell you honestly what we can do and when.
If something is not right after we have completed a job, we want to know about it and we will make it right. That is not a formal policy, it is just how we operate. Call us at (484) 549-3289 and we will come back out to look at it.
We are a locally owned business that has been part of this community for more than 35 years, and we work with local contractors, builders, property managers, and business owners throughout the area on a regular basis. When local businesses need electrical work done on a schedule that does not disrupt their operations or tenants, we are the team they call.
We treat your property with care throughout the job, not just at the end of it. That means protecting floors and surfaces where we are working, cleaning up our materials and debris before we leave, and leaving the space the way we found it. Experienced electricians who respect your home handle every job from start to finish.
Yes. We show up ready to work, with the tools and materials the job requires, and we present ourselves as the professional trade service we are. We have been building a reputation in this community since 1991, and that reputation shows up at the door on every call.
We are locally owned, and when you call us, you talk to the people who actually show up. We have been doing this work in Easton and Northampton County since 1991, and we know the housing stock, the common wiring challenges, and the community we serve. Dependable service. Honest rates. Local know-how.
TRD Electric has been serving Easton and Northampton County since 1991. Thirty-five years of electrical work across homes, rental properties, and commercial buildings in this area. We know the wiring, we know the housing stock, and we know what it takes to get a job done right the first time.
If you need same-day service, an estimate on a larger project, or just want to talk through what you're seeing before you commit to anything, give us a call. Our number is (484) 549-3289.
We answer when you call. We arrive when we say. We leave it safe.
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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