The 7 Best Electricians in North York (2026)
Finding a reliable electrician in North York shouldn’t feel like a gamble — but with hundreds of contractors advertising on every platform, most homeowners end up calling whoever ranks first on Google and hoping for the best. Between unlicensed handymen passing off electrical work as legit and large outfits charging service fees before they even look at your panel, the margin for a bad experience is wide.
We went deeper than the ads. We cross-referenced Google reviews, HomeStars ratings, TrustedPros scores, and real recommendations from Reddit’s r/askTO and r/toronto to find the electricians that North York homeowners genuinely trust. Every contractor on this list is ESA-licensed, locally rooted, and has built their reputation on fair pricing, clean work, and showing up when they say they will — not on marketing budgets.
Quick answer: For the best overall pick, Power Blitz Electrical in the Keele & Finch area has been ESA-licensed for over 25 years with 24/7 emergency service. For panel upgrades and EV chargers, Photon Electrical Services has won HomeStars’ Best of Award five consecutive years with a perfect 5/5 rating. For older homes needing careful rewiring, North York Electrical Services brings 25 years of hands-on experience with a reputation for honest quoting.
How We Ranked These
Every provider on this list was evaluated on four criteria:
- Service Quality — Responsiveness, workmanship, reliability
- Value — Pricing transparency and fairness
- Reputation — Google reviews, HomeStars rating, Reddit word-of-mouth
- Coverage — Service area, availability, emergency response
We researched every provider ourselves. No sponsored placements.
The 7 Best Local Electricians in North York
Power Blitz Electrical
- Address
- 20 De Boers Dr, Suite 511, North York (Keele & Finch area, Downsview)
- Phone
- 647-688-4595
- Rating
- 4.8 stars (150+ reviews)
- Specialty
- Panel upgrades, EV chargers, pot lights, commercial & residential
- Emergency
- 24/7 service available
Why locals love it: Power Blitz has been a trusted Electrical Safety Authority contractor since 2001 — over 25 years serving the GTA from their North York office on De Boers Drive in Downsview. They handle everything from residential panel upgrades to full commercial fit-outs, but what sets them apart is their emergency response: electricians on standby 24/7 for issues that can’t wait until Monday. Reviewers consistently mention prompt service, competitive pricing, and workspaces left clean after the job. For a company with over two decades of track record and a genuine North York address, Power Blitz is the benchmark.
“Professional, efficient, and the work was completed on schedule without any issues. They left the workspace spotless.”
Google Reviews
Hours: 24/7 emergency service available
Parking: Office at 20 De Boers Dr — free lot parking
Transit: Near Finch West Station (TTC Line 1)
24/7 emergency service available — one of the few electricians offering true around-the-clock response in North York.
Photon Electrical Services
- Website
- photonelectricalservices.com
- Rating
- 5.0 stars on HomeStars (85+ reviews) — Best of Award, 5 consecutive years
- Specialty
- Panel upgrades, EV charger installations, pot lights, pool/hot tub wiring
Why locals love it: Led by Master Electrician Al, Photon Electrical Services has earned HomeStars’ Best of Award for five consecutive years with a perfect 5/5 rating — the kind of consistency that’s nearly impossible to fake. What really differentiates them is their three-year warranty on all electrical work, which is rare in an industry where most contractors walk away the moment the van pulls out of your driveway. Al personally handles jobs, takes pride in code-compliant work, and customers describe him as someone who “always puts safety and the well-being of homeowners first.” Specializes in EV charger installations — a growing need in North York’s suburban driveways.
“Al’s work and attention to detail was second to none. He takes pride in the quality of the finished product while being respectful of your space.”
HomeStars Review
Hours: By appointment
Parking: Not listed — mobile service to your home
Transit: Near Sheppard-Yonge Station (TTC Line 1)
3-year warranty on all work — longest warranty of any electrician on this list.
North York Electrical Services
- Website
- northyorkelectrical.ca
- Rating
- 4.9 stars — TrustedPros Best of 2020 winner
- Specialty
- Panel upgrades, pot lights, full home rewiring, new construction
Why locals love it: Owner Kemal brings 25 years of hands-on electrical experience and runs one of the few companies that actually has “North York” in the name — and backs it up with genuinely local service. This is the kind of electrician who shows up on time, provides a fair quote with budget-friendly options, and explains what you actually need versus what a larger outfit might try to sell you. Customers describe the experience as “superior service from start to finish” with clean workmanship and consideration for noise and dust — details that matter when someone’s working inside your home. TrustedPros Best of Award winner, ESA-licensed team.
“Very professional company. Showed up on time, provided fair quotations with budget options, completed the job with good workmanship and left the premises clean.”
TrustedPros Review
Hours: By appointment
Parking: Mobile service — comes to your home
Transit: Serves all North York
Owner Kemal personally handles jobs — no subcontractors.
Rusco Electric Services
- Address
- 18 Mondeo Dr, Scarborough (serves all of North York)
- Phone
- 647-342-8837
- Rating
- 4.9 stars on HomeStars — BBB accredited
- Specialty
- Residential rewiring, track lighting, bathroom fans, code compliance
Why locals love it: Family-owned and operated by Hadi Roustom, Rusco Electric is one of those contractors that customers describe with unusual specificity: “honest, knowledgeable, professional — arrives when promised, walks you through all work, and offers competitive pricing.” Hadi is a licensed electrician who ensures all work meets the Ontario Electrical Safety Code and never cuts corners — a claim you’ll see in almost every review. BBB accredited with strong HomeStars ratings. Particularly good for detailed residential jobs like bathroom fan installations, track lighting, and rewiring in older North York homes where careful, code-compliant work matters most.
“Hadi is a consummate professional — courteous, very respectful, and ensures everything is done according to code. He never cuts corners.”
HomeStars Review
Hours: By appointment
Parking: Office location — free parking available
Transit: Near Warden Station (TTC Line 2)
BBB Accredited with an A+ rating. Also covers Scarborough and the east end.
OnTime Electric
- Address
- 51 Holland Park Ave, Toronto (serves North York, Willowdale, Don Mills, York Mills)
- Phone
- 416-882-6000
- Rating
- 9.6/10 HomeStars, 4.5/5 Google (217+ reviews)
- Specialty
- Electrical inspections, troubleshooting, upgrades, new installations
Why locals love it: With over 20 years of experience and a 9.6/10 rating on HomeStars, OnTime Electric has the kind of volume and consistency that only comes from reliable work year after year. Their name isn’t just branding — reviewers specifically mention that they show up on time, provide clear estimates, and complete work without the runaround. ESA-licensed and registered, they handle everything from basic troubleshooting to full electrical system upgrades. A solid mid-range pick for North York homeowners who want a proven, professional team without the premium pricing of boutique outfits.
“Professional, showed up on time, provided a clear estimate, and completed the work exactly as discussed. No surprises.”
HomeStars Review
Hours: By appointment — call by 10 AM for same-day service
Parking: Office at 51 Holland Park Ave — street parking
Transit: Near St. Clair West Station (TTC Line 1)
Call by 10 AM for same-day afternoon service. Strong Google presence (217+ reviews).
Captain Electric
- Phone
- 416-281-2700 (Toronto East / North York line)
- Website
- captainelectric.ca
- Rating
- 4.6 stars (180+ reviews)
- Specialty
- Residential service, repair, and installation — same-day dispatch
- Emergency
- Call by 10 AM for same-day service
Why locals love it: Serving North York homeowners since 1992, Captain Electric has built over three decades of trust with a simple promise: call by 10 AM and they’ll be there the same day. That kind of dispatch reliability is hard to find with independent contractors. They specialize in residential electrical service, repair, and installation across North York, from Willowdale to Don Mills to Bayview Village. Reviews consistently highlight professional workmanship, prompt service, and courteous staff. If you need something fixed today — not next Thursday — Captain Electric is your call.
“Called in the morning, they were at my house by early afternoon. Professional, courteous, and the work was done right.”
Google Reviews
Hours: 24/7 emergency available — call by 10 AM for same-day
Parking: Not applicable — mobile service to your home
Transit: Serves GTA including North York
Based in Pickering but covers all of North York. 24/7 emergency available.
Canadian Wire Wizards
- Address
- 19 Waterman Ave, Unit 28, East York (serves all of North York)
- Phone
- 416-755-2700
- Rating
- 4.7 stars (90+ reviews)
- Specialty
- Full electrical installations, repairs, maintenance — residential & commercial
Why locals love it: Founded in 2018, Canadian Wire Wizards is backed by over 60 years of combined experience among its team. Owned and operated by Demetrois and Young, this is the kind of company where the owners still know your name and personally oversee the work. Customers describe them as “professional, friendly, efficient, and customer-oriented” and specifically praise their reasonable pricing and diligence from start to finish. Their electricians are described as “prompt, polite, professional, accommodating to changes, and educational” — that last detail matters when you want to understand what’s happening behind your walls, not just pay a bill.
“The most reasonable and diligent team from start to finish. Prompt, polite, professional, and educational — they explained everything.”
TrustedPros Review
Hours: By appointment
Parking: Office at 19 Waterman Ave — street parking
Transit: Near Coxwell Station (TTC Line 2)
Owners Demetrois and Young are often on-site. Strong TrustedPros reputation.
How to Spot a Bad Electrician (Red Flags)
Watch out for these common warning signs in North York and the GTA:
- No ESA/ECRA licence number: In Ontario, all electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician and inspected by the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA). Unlicensed work can void your home insurance and create fire hazards. Always ask for a licence number before hiring.
- No permit pulled: Legitimate electricians pull ESA permits for significant work (panel upgrades, new circuits, rewiring). If a contractor says “we don’t need a permit for this,” verify that claim with the ESA directly. Unpermitted work can cause serious problems when you sell your home.
- Unusually low quotes: If a quote is dramatically lower than others, the contractor may be cutting corners on materials, skipping permits, or planning to add charges mid-job. Get at least three written quotes for comparison.
- No written quote: A legitimate electrician will provide an itemized written estimate before starting work. “We’ll see once we open it up” is how $500 jobs become $2,500 invoices.
- Pressure to decide immediately: Scare tactics like “your panel is a fire hazard and needs to be replaced today” are a common upselling technique. Get a second opinion before authorizing major work. A legitimate fire hazard should be confirmed by the ESA, not just a contractor who stands to profit.