Serving 44129, 44130, 44134
Parma is largely a post-war suburb, which means a lot of 1950s and 1960s ranches and split-levels sitting on 100-amp services that were generous in 1958 and are tight in 2026.
Homes wired between roughly 1965 and 1973 often have aluminum branch circuits. It is not a reason to panic, but the connections at outlets and switches loosen and heat over time. AlumiConn repairs at every device is the accepted fix and it is far cheaper than a rewire.
A 100-amp panel packed with tandem breakers is the classic Parma call. Add central air, a second fridge in the garage and an EV, and you are out of room. We run a real load calculation before recommending an upgrade.
The Parma Building Department handles electrical permits and inspection. Service upgrades also need utility coordination for the disconnect, which we schedule.
City of Parma Building Department
Ridgewood, State Road, Ridge Road, Parmatown area. ZIP codes 44129, 44130, 44134.
Fuse box or 60-amp panel holding the house back? We swap it for a 200-amp service, permit and inspection handled.
$1,800 - $3,600 See details & pricing → ⚡Dead outlets, tripping breakers, flickering lights, burning smells. $89 diagnostic, waived when you approve the fix.
$89 diagnostic See details & pricing → ⚡Recessed cans, under-cabinet, landscape and fixture swaps. Dimmers that actually work with the bulbs you bought.
$185 - $260 per can See details & pricing →Standing offers — mention them when you book
| Job | Our published price | What that includes |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic service call | $89 | Waived when you approve the repair the same visit |
| Panel replacement, same amperage | $1,800 - $2,600 | Permit and utility coordination included |
| Service upgrade, 100A to 200A | $2,400 - $3,600 | Meter base, mast, grounding, permit, inspection |
| Level 2 EV charger install, run under 25 ft | $650 - $1,400 | Dedicated 240V circuit, breaker, whip and mount |
| Outlet or switch replacement | $145 - $225 | Per device, same-day |
| Whole-home surge protector | $425 - $650 | Panel-mounted, 5-year equipment warranty |
| Recessed lighting, 6 cans or more | $185 - $260 | Per can, insulated-ceiling rated |
| Ceiling fan install | $220 - $385 | Higher end covers a new box and bracing |
| Standby generator, 22kW installed | $9,500 - $14,000 | Pad, transfer switch, gas connect, permit |
| Whole-home rewire, 1,500 sq ft | $9,000 - $18,000 | Knob-and-tube removal, patching quoted separately |
Ranges are real and quoted before work starts. The final number depends on panel location, run length, drywall repair and your municipality's permit fee — all of which we confirm on site, in writing, before anyone picks up a tool.
FAQ
City of Parma Building Department
We hold same-day slots for Parma every weekday and run emergency dispatch on nights and weekends. Booking online shows you the windows that are genuinely still open today.
The same range we publish everywhere else on this site: $2,400 to $3,600 for a 100A to 200A service upgrade, plus your municipality's permit fee. The calculator on our home page narrows it to your house in about ten seconds.
Call and talk to a person, or book a real arrival window online. Flat-rate price before we start, every time.