90/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 261 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 261 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Electricians in Hamden, CT (2026)
401 electricians ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Hamden: QC Electric, CR Score 90/100; 5.0★ from 261 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): G. Gray Electric LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 401.
- 49
Most-reviewed: Call The Bee, 2,959 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 401 ranked; ranked #49.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
401 Hamden electricians are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 93 are open 24/7, 195 open Saturdays and 110 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 401 rated businesses.
Top 10 electricians in Hamden at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | QC Electric | 90 | 5.0★ (261) | Wallingford Center, 10 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | G. Gray Electric LLC | 89 | 4.9★ (207) | Ansonia, 10 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Making Power Moves, LLC | 88 | 5.0★ (99) | Bristol, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | J.S. Electrical LLC | 88 | 4.9★ (441) | Plainville, 18 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Accurate Electrical Contractors | 88 | 5.0★ (619) | Prospect, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Mainline Electric LLC | 88 | 4.9★ (108) | Hebron, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Blue Light Electric | 88 | 5.0★ (76) | Madison, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Flip The Switch Electrical LLC | 88 | 5.0★ (62) | Meriden, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Aiello Home Services- Plumbing, Heating, AC, Electrical & Drain Cleaning | 87 | 4.8★ (601) | Wallingford, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | LCD PLASMA INSTALLATION | 87 | 5.0★ (326) | Waterbury, 13 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
The 401 best electricians in Hamden, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Ansonia, 10 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 207 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 207 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Bristol, 10 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 99 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 99 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Plainville, 18 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 441 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 441 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 230 S Washington St UNIT 18, Plainville, CT 06062
Based in Prospect, 9 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 619 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 619 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 123 Union City Rd, Prospect, CT 06712
Based in Hebron, 10 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 108 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 108 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Madison, 10 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 76 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 76 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 181 David Rd, Durham, CT 06422
Based in Meriden, 10 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 62 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 62 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 116 Parkview St, Meriden, CT 06451
Based in Wallingford, 8 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 601 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 601 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 21 N Plains Industrial Rd unit C, Wallingford, CT 06492
Based in Waterbury, 13 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 326 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 326 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 1 PM–6 PM
- Address
- 290 Macauley Ave, Waterbury, CT 06705
Based in Wallingford, 6 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 567 B Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492
Based in Milford, 13 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 959 New Haven Ave, Milford, CT 06460
Based in Southbury, 16 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 95 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 95 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 522 N Georges Hill Rd, Southbury, CT 06488
Based in Hebron, 10 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Hamden
86/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.2★ from 19 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.2★ from 19 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 22 Old Pasture Ln, Hamden, CT 06518
Based in Bristol, 3 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Branford, 10 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 109 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 109 Google reviews
Based in Guilford, 24 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 181 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 181 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 15 Pent Rd, Deep River, CT 06417
Based in Wallingford, 7 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 89 N Airline Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492
Based in Bethel, 5 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#21 Mister Sparky®
Based in Shelton, 15 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 83 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 83 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5 Commerce Dr #5, Shelton, CT 06484
Based in Bristol, 24 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 103 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 103 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#23 JMP ELECTRIC LLC
Based in Middletown, 15 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 55 Tall Timbers Rd, Middletown, CT 06457
Based in West Haven, 10 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 128 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrical installation service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 128 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–11 PM
- Address
- 57 Linden St, West Haven, CT 06516
Based in Bristol, 10 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Electricians ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 401 ranked electricians here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Hamden
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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| C & J CARPENTRY, LLC | In Hamden | |
| CAG Electrical Co Inc | 5.0★ (2) | In Hamden |
| CJC Electric, LLC | In Hamden | |
| DeFilippo Electric | 5.0★ (1) | In Hamden |
| Eastern Fuel Corporation | In Hamden | |
| Ed Mor Electric Co | 5.0★ (2) | In Hamden |
| Edison Electric | 4.3★ (6) | 2 mi |
| EMG Electrical Contractors | 5.0★ (1) | In Hamden |
| Empower Electric LLC | 5.0★ (4) | 3 mi |
| Ernest E Ehle & Son Plumbing | In Hamden | |
| Floriano's Plumbing & Heating | In Hamden | |
| Hird Electrical Contractors | In Hamden | |
| Kings electrical contracting | 5.0★ (4) | 8 mi |
| Lenny the Plumber | In Hamden | |
| Mesner's General Services | In Hamden | |
| Patriot Plumbing | 5.0★ (7) | In Hamden |
| Putnam Electric LLC | 5.0★ (59) | 22 mi |
| Small Job Specialist | In Hamden | |
| Sweeney Building Inc | 5.0★ (3) | In Hamden |
| Valley Electrical Service LLC | 5.0★ (18) | 14 mi |
How much do electricians cost in Hamden?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Hamden. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical panel upgrade | $518 | $1,347 | $2,193 | Per panel, installed; typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How to check an electrician's license in Connecticut
In Connecticut, Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection licenses Electrical wiring and equipment work.
- Search the business name or license number on the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection license lookup.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
- 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 Hamden electricians
We scored 401 Hamden 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Hamden data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Electricians in Hamden: frequently asked questions
Who is the best electrician in Hamden?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked electrician in Hamden, CT is QC Electric with a CR Score of 90/100. It has 5.0★ from 261 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. G. Gray Electric LLC (#2) and Making Power Moves, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 401 electricians on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many electricians are there in Hamden?
ContractorsRanked ranks 401 electricians serving Hamden, CT. 1 of them is based in Hamden; 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 Hamden are open 24/7?
93 ranked electricians in Hamden post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are QC Electric (#1), G. Gray Electric LLC (#2) and Making Power Moves, LLC (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which electricians in Hamden work on weekends?
195 of 401 ranked electricians post Saturday hours and 110 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are QC Electric (#1), G. Gray Electric LLC (#2) and Making Power Moves, LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check an electrician's license in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection handles licensing and covers Electrical wiring and equipment work. Search the business or license number at https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx.
How much does electrical panel upgrade cost in Hamden?
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 Hamden. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Hamden electricians have?
The median Google rating among 401 rated electricians in Hamden is 5.0★, with a median of 10 reviews. Call The Bee has the most, 2,959 reviews, and ranks #49. 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 Hamden
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 401 electricians serving Hamden.
- October 2026: 9 duplicate listings merged.
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