Residential Electrical Services in Gallatin, Tennessee

Gallatin homeowners and property managers can compare residential electricians by matching the contractor’s experience to the project, verifying Tennessee credentials, confirming who handles permits, and requesting a written scope and estimate. Common local services include wiring repairs, panel and service changes, lighting, generators, EV chargers, remodel wiring and new construction. Inside Gallatin city limits, the City of Gallatin Building Codes Department handles electrical permits and inspections. Last researched August 15, 2026.

Homeowners and property managers researching residential electrical services in Gallatin should compare more than hourly rates. The right choice depends on the type of work, the contractor’s relevant experience, licensing and insurance, permit responsibilities, availability and the detail included in the written estimate.

Common residential projects include wiring repairs, breaker-panel and service changes, lighting and fixture installation, remodel wiring, generator connections, EV charger installation and new-construction electrical work. The City of Gallatin Building Codes Department handles electrical permitting and inspections inside the city limits, while properties elsewhere may fall under a different local or state process.

This guide is a research resource, not a ranking. The companies below are presented in neutral order using publicly available information from their own websites. MyGallatin has not independently evaluated their workmanship, pricing or customer service.

Residential electrical services available in Gallatin

Repairs and troubleshooting

Electricians commonly diagnose problems such as frequently tripping breakers, nonworking outlets, flickering lights, damaged wiring and circuits that cannot handle the home’s current electrical load. Before requesting a quote, document which fixtures or outlets are affected and whether the issue is isolated to one room or occurs throughout the property.

If you smell burning, see smoke or sparks, hear unusual buzzing from a panel or outlet, or experience a serious electrical fault, move away from the hazard and contact emergency services when appropriate. Do not remove a panel cover or attempt energized repairs. For an outage affecting multiple properties, check the Gallatin Department of Electricity’s outage information rather than assuming the problem is inside the home. The utility lists its customer-service number as 615-452-5152 and its office at 135 Jones Street in Gallatin.

Panel and service changes

A panel upgrade or service change may be considered when a home is adding major electrical loads, installing an EV charger, replacing obsolete equipment or experiencing capacity and safety concerns. The electrician should explain whether the project involves only a panel, the service entrance, the meter base, grounding and bonding, utility coordination or other work.

The City of Gallatin’s posted electrical fee schedule includes a category for panel and service changes and repairs, as well as separate categories for residential generator installations, solar power and home EV chargers. Because the schedule located for this article is labeled 2025, readers should confirm the current fee with the city before relying on any amount.

Lighting, ceiling fans and fixtures

Residential electricians may install or replace light fixtures, switches, dimmers, recessed lighting, outdoor lighting, ceiling fans and related wiring. Ask whether the quote includes the fixture installation only or also new circuit wiring, switch relocation, ceiling reinforcement, attic access, patching and permit or inspection costs.

Several companies serving Gallatin advertise lighting installation or fixture work, but the exact scope differs. I.C. Electric lists light-fixture installation and lighting installation among its services. Flannery Electric lists custom, indoor, outdoor and landscape lighting, while Shane Electric lists interior and exterior lighting. These are business-provided descriptions, not independent performance evaluations.

Generators, EV chargers and other upgrades

Generator connections, whole-home generator installations, EV charging equipment, surge protection and new wiring require planning around the home’s electrical capacity and the equipment manufacturer’s requirements. A quote should identify the equipment being installed, the required circuit or transfer equipment, utility coordination, any gas or site work by other trades, permits and testing.

I.C. Electric advertises generator installation and EV charging-station installation. Flannery Electric advertises emergency-generator work and EV charger installation. Shane Electric advertises generator and surge-protection services. These offerings should be confirmed directly before scheduling.

Gallatin-area electrical companies to research

The following businesses were selected for inclusion because their official websites publicly describe residential electrical work and identify Gallatin or Sumner County service coverage. They are not ranked, and the descriptions below preserve the distinction between business-provided information and independently verified public requirements.

Company — Publicly described residential focus — Published contact or coverage information — May suit a customer looking for

I.C. Electric — Panel upgrades, repairs, lighting, rewiring, generators, EV chargers, remodels and new construction — Gallatin and surrounding areas; (615) 450-4574; weekday hours listed on its website — A broad residential service menu and online estimate request

Flannery Electric — Lighting, EV chargers, remodel wiring, home-theater integration, panel upgrades and generators — Gallatin service page; (615) 210-4507 — Lighting, technology integration or upgrade planning

Riggs Electric — Panel upgrades, lighting, troubleshooting and repairs — Sumner County; 629-273-4401 — A Sumner County electrical company advertising residential, commercial and light-industrial work

Shane Electric — Repairs, new installation, lighting, panel upgrades, generators and surge protection — Greater Nashville service area; calls at 615-229-6455 or texts at 615-525-7712 — A contractor advertising both residential and commercial electrical work

I.C. Electric

I.C. Electric’s website says it serves Gallatin and surrounding areas and provides residential and commercial electrical services. Its listed services include panel upgrades, electrical repairs, lighting installation, troubleshooting, rewiring, generator connections, EV charger installation, remodels and new construction. The site lists (615) 450-4574, weekday hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and a license number displayed as 61849. The license number should be checked through Tennessee’s public verification system before publication or hiring.

Flannery Electric

Flannery Electric maintains a Gallatin-specific service page. The company describes residential services including custom lighting, EV charger installation, remodel wiring and home-theater design. It also lists panel upgrades, indoor and outdoor lighting, landscape lighting and emergency generators. The page lists (615) 210-4507. Readers should confirm availability, service boundaries, current pricing and licensing before requesting work.

Riggs Electric

Riggs Electric’s website identifies the company as veteran-owned and operated and says it serves Sumner County, Tennessee. It describes residential, commercial and light-industrial work, including panel upgrades, lighting, troubleshooting and repairs. The site lists 629-273-4401 and [email protected]. No street address or public price list was identified on the page reviewed for this guide.

Shane Electric

Shane Electric’s website describes residential and commercial electrical repairs and new installations, along with interior and exterior lighting, circuit-breaker panel upgrades, generators and surge protection. The company says it is based in Mount Juliet and serves the Greater Nashville area. Its website lists 615-229-6455 for calls and 615-525-7712 for texts. Confirm that Gallatin is included in the current service area and verify the company’s Tennessee credentials before hiring.

How to compare residential electricians

Use the same questions and project description with each company so estimates are easier to compare.

1. Match the contractor to the project

A small fixture replacement, a panel change, a whole-home generator and a new-construction wiring package require different experience and planning. Ask for examples of similar work, but do not treat a company’s own marketing claims as independent proof of quality.

2. Verify the legal entity and license

Tennessee provides a public license-search tool that can show a professional or business’s license status, expiration date and certain public disciplinary information. Search the legal business name rather than relying only on a brand name or an employee’s name. Tennessee also distinguishes between contractor licensing and limited licensed electrician credentials.

For projects involving contracting, bidding or negotiating at $25,000 or more, the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors says a contractor license is required. Electrical contractor classifications include CE, and the license’s monetary limit must cover the project. Do not assume the $25,000 threshold means smaller projects never have licensing or permit requirements; local rules and the type of work still matter.

3. Request a written scope

The estimate should identify labor, materials, equipment, permit and inspection responsibilities, expected exclusions, payment milestones, warranty terms and who will perform any related plumbing, gas, drywall or utility work. For property managers, add tenant coordination, access windows, documentation and after-hours procedures.

4. Ask about insurance and permits

Request proof of applicable insurance and ask who will pull the permit. A contractor should be able to explain whether the work requires utility coordination, an electrical permit, rough-in inspection, final inspection or other approvals.

5. Compare total project cost, not only the service call

A lower initial quote may exclude permit fees, access work, equipment, drywall repair, utility charges or required upgrades. Ask each company to identify assumptions and change-order conditions in writing.

Permits and inspections in Gallatin

Inside Gallatin city limits, the City of Gallatin Building Codes Department handles permits for electrical and other construction work. The department says its process generally includes submittal, payment, plan review, permit issuance and inspections. The city accepts permit applications from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.; payments are accepted from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The department lists 132 W. Main St., Room 202, Gallatin, TN 37066, 615-451-5968 and an inspection hotline at 615-451-5970. It also provides an online Citizen Self Service portal for applications, payments and inspection requests.

The city’s project guidance identifies electrical permits and inspections for examples including additions, remodels, accessory structures, pools, HVAC change-outs, solar work, water heaters, new residential dwellings and panel or service changes. The exact requirements can vary with the project, so ask the Building Codes Department or have the responsible contractor confirm the applicable permit path.

Gallatin is listed by the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office as an exempt jurisdiction from the state electrical program inside city limits. That means a property inside the city should generally be directed to Gallatin’s local electrical permitting and inspection process rather than the state electrical permit system. Properties outside the city may follow a different process, so confirm jurisdiction by address..

Questions to ask before hiring

• Is the business currently licensed for this type and size of electrical work in Tennessee?
• What legal business name should I use for license and insurance verification?
• Who will obtain the permit and schedule inspections?
• Is the quote based on an onsite evaluation or photographs only?
• Does the price include materials, equipment, permit fees and inspection-related work?
• Will the work require a service upgrade, utility disconnect or meter-base change?
• What is excluded from the estimate?
• Who repairs drywall, paint, flooring or landscaping disturbed during the work?
• What warranty applies to labor and installed equipment?
• How will urgent problems be handled after normal business hours?
• If I am a property manager, what completion documents and photos will be supplied?

When to call the utility or an electrician

Call the utility when the problem appears to affect multiple homes, the neighborhood or the utility-owned equipment. The Gallatin Department of Electricity provides residential service, outage information and customer assistance for its service area. Its published customer-service number is 615-452-5152.

Call a qualified electrician for problems confined to the home, planned installations, wiring changes, panel work, generator connections, EV chargers, lighting projects and repairs. Never rely on an electrician to repair utility-owned equipment without first confirming the utility’s requirements.

Practical next steps

1. Write down the problem or project and take photos without opening electrical equipment.
2. Confirm whether the property is inside Gallatin city limits.
3. Contact two or three contractors that appear to match the work.
4. Verify the legal business name, license status and expiration date through Tennessee’s public search tool.
5. Request comparable written estimates with permit responsibilities identified.
6. Confirm the final scope, schedule, payment terms and warranty before work begins.
7. Keep the permit, inspection record, invoice and equipment documentation with the property records.

For a broader local-services search, use the MyGallatin Home Services topic directory and review related local business resources before choosing a contractor.