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Best Electricians in Blacksburg, VA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Blacksburg: Wallace Electric & Controls, CR Score 87/100; 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Southern Trust Home Services: Heating, A/C, Plumbing, Drains & Electrical, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 35.

  3. 2

    Most-reviewed: Southern Trust Home Services: Heating, A/C, Plumbing, Drains & Electrical, 2,956 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 35 ranked; ranked #2.

Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

35 Blacksburg electricians are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 8 are open 24/7, 14 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 35 rated businesses.

Top 10 electricians in Blacksburg at a glance

Top 10 electricians in Blacksburg at a glance
RankBusinessCR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Wallace Electric & Controls874.8★ (21)Blacksburg24/7Overall
2Southern Trust Home Services: Heating, A/C, Plumbing, Drains & Electrical844.7★ (2,956)Roanoke, 24 mi away24/7Emergencies, Most reviews
3Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric844.9★ (620)Salem, 20 mi away24/7—
4Koger Electric LLC835.0★ (11)BlacksburgSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Tech Connect Electric835.0★ (68)BlacksburgSat—
6Colt Electric and Home services805.0★ (17)BlacksburgSat · Evenings—
7Dannys Electrical Service, Inc.804.4★ (48)BlacksburgSat · Evenings—
8King Electrical785.0★ (21)Hollins, 23 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Kilowatt Electric785.0★ (3)Hollins, 23 mi away24/7—
10Cline Electrical784.9★ (488)Salem, 17 mi away——

The 35 best electricians in Blacksburg, ranked

Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

  2. #2 Southern Trust Home Services: Heating, A/C, Plumbing, Drains & Electrical

    Based in Roanoke, 24 mi away

    84/100CR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 2,956 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (2,956).

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 2,956 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    5205 Starkey Rd # B, Roanoke, VA 24018
    View profile for Southern Trust Home Services: Heating, A/C, Plumbing, Drains & Electrical(540) 264-3389

  4. #4 Koger Electric LLC

    Based in Blacksburg

    83/100CR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
    View profile for Koger Electric LLC(540) 268-0277

  5. #5 Tech Connect Electric

    Based in Blacksburg

    83/100CR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for Tech Connect Electric(540) 200-8678

  8. #8 King Electrical

    Based in Hollins, 23 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–6:30 PM
    View profile for King Electrical(540) 355-9722

  9. #9 Kilowatt Electric

    Based in Hollins, 23 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, open 24/7.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    View profile for Kilowatt Electric(540) 243-1019

  10. #10 Cline Electrical

    Based in Salem, 17 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 488 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 488 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    106 Butt Hollow Rd, Salem, VA 24153
    View profile for Cline Electrical(540) 274-0783

  12. #12 Buddy Electric

    Based in Christiansburg, 6 mi away

    77/100CR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    597 Depot St NE, Christiansburg, VA 24073
    View profile for Buddy Electric(540) 427-7177

  13. #13 Bell Electric

    Based in Christiansburg, 6 mi away

    77/100CR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 57 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    560 Depot St NE, Christiansburg, VA 24073
    View profile for Bell Electric(540) 552-5397

  14. #14 Coake Electric Inc

    Based in Pulaski, 24 mi away

    76/100CR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 3.8★ from 11 Google reviews, open 24/7.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.8★ from 11 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    535 Commerce St, Pulaski, VA 24301
    View profile for Coake Electric Inc(540) 440-0188

  15. #15 AP Electric LLC

    Based in Cave Spring, 25 mi away

    76/100CR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    View profile for AP Electric LLC(540) 986-6627

  16. #16 Whitlock Electric LLC

    Based in Blacksburg

    74/100CR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Whitlock Electric LLC(540) 577-0457

  18. #18 Sundown Electric Inc.

    Based in Blacksburg

    73/100CR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.8★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    360 Brake Rd, Elliston, VA 24087
    View profile for Sundown Electric Inc.(540) 268-5328

  19. #19 A & S Home Repair

    Based in Christiansburg, 5 mi away

    73/100CR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.

    Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Address
    85 Applewood Dr, Christiansburg, VA 24073
    View profile for A & S Home Repair(540) 382-4869

  20. #20 Mitcham Repair Service - Plumbing & Electrical in Blacksburg & Christiansburg Virginia

    Based in Christiansburg, 12 mi away

    72/100CR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 107 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 107 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4359 Riner Rd, Riner, VA 24149
    View profile for Mitcham Repair Service - Plumbing & Electrical in Blacksburg & Christiansburg Virginia(540) 382-5658

  21. #21 McGrady-Lambert Electric, Inc

    Based in Christiansburg, 3 mi away

    72/100CR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrical installation service”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    425 Jennelle Rd, Christiansburg, VA 24073
    View profile for McGrady-Lambert Electric, Inc(540) 375-7112

  22. #22 Alvis-Laing Electric Company

    Based in Christiansburg, 7 mi away

    72/100CR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    115 Industrial Dr NE, Christiansburg, VA 24073
    View profile for Alvis-Laing Electric Company(540) 382-9351

  24. #24 Praxis Electrical Inc.

    Based in Roanoke, 23 mi away

    72/100CR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2916 Purple Finch Rd, Roanoke, VA 24018
    View profile for Praxis Electrical Inc.(540) 929-0874

All 35 electricians

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.

electricians in Blacksburg, ranks 26 to 35
RankBusinessCR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Next Gen Plumbing & Electrical705.0★ (28)11 mi
27Nrv Building & Technical Services692.6★ (5)20 mi
28The Hammer & Nail Home Repairs695.0★ (7)25 mi
29ABB, Inc.673.8★ (34)21 mi
30Mayer Electric673.8★ (5)17 mi
31Richardson-Wayland Electrical Company663.0★ (6)24 mi
32Main Heating & Air Conditioning664.9★ (74)24 mi
33Vass Electrical Services & Repair642.3★ (3)22 mi
34Corell Plumbing614.1★ (33)21 mi
35Roanoke Virginia Christmas Decor582.0★ (4)24 mi

Also serving Blacksburg

20 more electricians within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked electricians serving Blacksburg
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Blacksburg Plumbing Heating & Elec3.8★ (32)In Blacksburg
Chris Sellors ElectricIn Blacksburg
Christiansburg Electrical Inc4.0★ (1)8 mi
Curt's Electrical LLCIn Blacksburg
Electric Works Inc5.0★ (2)10 mi
Gearhart Electrical Services5.0★ (1)19 mi
Installation Servcies & Delivery20 mi
Lawrence Electric LLC5.0★ (1)12 mi
Mahoy Electric Services Co Inc18 mi
McCoy Electrical Company5.0★ (1)In Blacksburg
NRV Mechanical LLC11 mi
Odyssey Engineering & Electrical5.0★ (1)23 mi
Pike Electric Inc5.0★ (2)24 mi
Richardson-Wayland Electrical1.0★ (1)25 mi
RJ Boyd ElectricIn Blacksburg
Rutledge Electric5.0★ (1)23 mi
Service Communications5.0★ (1)12 mi
Southern Brothers Electric & Communications LLC20 mi
Southern State Electric5.0★ (1)11 mi
Tony Houff Electrical Contractor, Inc.5.0★ (1)7 mi

How much do electricians cost in Blacksburg?

National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Blacksburg. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.

How much do electricians cost in Blacksburg?
JobLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
Electrical panel upgrade$518$1,347$2,193Per panel, installed; typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national rangeOctober 2026

How to check an electrician's license in Virginia

In Virginia, Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR) licenses Contractor license with an electrical specialty; electricians hold tradesman licenses.

  1. Search the business name or license number on the Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR) license lookup.
  2. Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
  3. Ask for proof of insurance before work starts.

No chip usually means we have not matched a state record yet. Check the lookup yourself before you hire.

Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses

How we ranked Blacksburg electricians

We scored 35 Blacksburg electricians on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

CR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Blacksburg data
Reputation35%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Credentials15%Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2Not yet collected
Review volume10%log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-dayMeasured
Trade focus10%Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5Measured
Proximity5%1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radiusMeasured
Completeness5%Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each)Measured

Electricians in Blacksburg: frequently asked questions

Who is the best electrician in Blacksburg?

By CR Score, the highest-ranked electrician in Blacksburg, VA is Wallace Electric & Controls with a CR Score of 87/100. It has 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Southern Trust Home Services: Heating, A/C, Plumbing, Drains & Electrical (#2) and Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric (#3) follow. We ranked 35 electricians on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.

How many electricians are there in Blacksburg?

ContractorsRanked ranks 35 electricians serving Blacksburg, VA. 8 of them are based in Blacksburg; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.

Which electricians in Blacksburg are open 24/7?

8 ranked electricians in Blacksburg post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Wallace Electric & Controls (#1), Southern Trust Home Services: Heating, A/C, Plumbing, Drains & Electrical (#2) and Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.

Which electricians in Blacksburg work on weekends?

14 of 35 ranked electricians post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Wallace Electric & Controls (#1), Southern Trust Home Services: Heating, A/C, Plumbing, Drains & Electrical (#2) and Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.

How do I check an electrician's license in Virginia?

In Virginia, Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR) handles licensing and covers Contractor license with an electrical specialty; electricians hold tradesman licenses. Search the business or license number at https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/LicenseLookup.

How much does electrical panel upgrade cost in Blacksburg?

Electrical panel upgrade typically costs $518 to $2,193, with $1,347 typical (Per panel, installed; typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Blacksburg. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.

What Google rating do Blacksburg electricians have?

The median Google rating among 35 rated electricians in Blacksburg is 4.9★, with a median of 17 reviews. Southern Trust Home Services: Heating, A/C, Plumbing, Drains & Electrical has the most, 2,956 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does ContractorsRanked rank electricians?

Each electrician gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Update log for Blacksburg

  1. October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 35 electricians serving Blacksburg.

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