FAQs

At Alpha Electric LLC, we have over 35 years of combined experience. Get in touch with our team to work with a commercial electrical contractor in Sioux Falls, SD today!

Absolutely! We are fully licensed and insured. Be sure to call us when you want to hire a commercial electrical contractor in Sioux Falls, SD!

We are a locally and veteran-owned business. In addition to being competitively priced, we also offer 24/7 emergency service and flexible scheduling. If you need to hire a team for electrical installation in Sioux Falls, SD, then make sure to get in touch with us!

Signs that you need to rewire your home include frequently tripping breakers, flickering lights, burning smells from outlets, warm outlets or switch plates, or your home has very old wiring, like knob-and-tube or old aluminum wiring. Don't wait to call us to hire a team for electrical installation in Sioux Falls, SD.

An electrical service upgrade is replacing the main electrical panel and/or the service entry cable to increase the total available amperage (e.g., from 100A to 200A) to support new appliances like central air conditioning, an EV charger, or a home addition. If you're curious about this service and want to hire a team for electrical installation in Sioux Falls, SD, reach out to us!

Here are a few ways a residential or commercial electrical contractor in Sioux Falls, SD can help you save money on your electricity:

 

• Install Energy-Efficient Fixtures: They can safely upgrade old fluorescent or halogen fixtures to modern, highly-efficient LED fixtures and recommend the best lighting for each space.
• Install Dimmers: Dimmer switches reduce the power flowing to a light source, saving electricity and extending the life of the bulb.
• Install Smart/Occupancy Sensors: For areas like hallways, pantries, closets, or outdoor security lights, an electrician can install motion or occupancy sensors that automatically turn lights off when a space is empty, eliminating waste.
• Exterior Lighting Timers: They can set up timers or photo-sensors for outdoor and landscape lighting, ensuring they only run during darkness.

 

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We proudly serve Sioux Falls and the surrounding areas. If you’re unsure whether you’re within our service range, please give us a call!

Yes, absolutely. We are fully licensed in Sioux Falls, SD and carry comprehensive liability insurance and workers' compensation. We are happy to provide proof of our credentials upon request for your peace of mind.

Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency services for urgent issues like power outages, smoking panels, or sparking outlets. Please call our emergency line immediately at (605) 215-0252 if you suspect a dangerous situation.

You can schedule an appointment by calling our office, sending us an email, or filling out the form on our Contact page.

We offer free estimates for larger projects (like panel upgrades, rewiring, or remodels). For diagnostic calls where we must troubleshoot an issue to find the cause, we charge a standard dispatch/diagnostic fee, which will be waived if you choose to proceed with the repair.

A breaker trips to protect your home from an overload, a short circuit, or a ground fault. If it happens once, it might be a fluke. If it keeps happening, do not ignore it—it indicates a safety hazard or a circuit that is being asked to handle too much power.

This often means your electrical panel is struggling to handle the heavy load of a large appliance. It could indicate loose wiring or that your service panel needs an upgrade to handle modern energy demands.

If your home is over 20 years old, still has a fuse box, or if you are planning to add central AC, a hot tub, or an EV charger, you likely need a panel upgrade. We can inspect your current panel and let you know if it is safe and sufficient.

We strongly advise against DIY installation for EV chargers. They draw a significant amount of continuous power and require a dedicated circuit properly sized to prevent fire hazards. Professional installation ensures your warranty stays valid and your home stays safe.

Most major electrical work (like panel changes, new circuits, or rewiring) requires a permit from the local municipality. As your electrical contractor, we handle the entire permitting and inspection process.

A GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) is a safety outlet designed to cut power instantly if it detects electricity flowing where it shouldn't (like through water). Building codes require them in "wet" areas, such as kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoors, to prevent shock.