Electrician Serving Omaha, NE

We've worked on everything from the old bungalows in Dundee and Benson to new construction out in West Omaha. Bluffs Electric has been wiring homes since 1977, and the metro's been part of our territory across the river for decades.

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(712) 325-1537

Electrician in Omaha, NE

Residential Electrical Experts in Omaha

The housing here runs the full range: early-1900s homes in Dundee, Field Club, and Benson with original wiring and panels; midcentury ranches in Millard and Ralston; and new builds west of 168th. We've worked on all of it. The older homes especially tend to need service upgrades and panel replacements to safely handle central air, hot tubs, and EV chargers.

Backup power is something few contractors in the metro specialize in, so homeowners come to us for a whole-home generator before the next ice storm or straight-line wind takes out the grid. We also install Level 2 EV chargers, upgrade panels, and handle lighting and remodel wiring throughout Douglas County.

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Residential & Commercial

Electrical Services in Omaha, NE

From panel upgrades to backup generators and EV chargers, we handle the full range of electrical work for homes and businesses across the area.

Electrical Upgrades & Repairs

Generator Installation & Backup Power

Lighting Installation & Upgrades

EV Charger Installation

Remodel & Renovation Electrical

Commercial Electrical

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What We Handle

Common Electrical Work

The projects homeowners here call us for most — on older homes and new builds alike.

Rewiring & Repairs for Older Homes

Early-1900s homes in Dundee, Benson, and Field Club often still run on knob-and-tube or cloth-insulated wiring.
We replace two-prong, ungrounded outlets and add grounding and GFCI protection where older homes fall short.
A warm panel or breakers that trip again and again usually point to aging wiring worth repairing now.

Whole-Home Standby Generators

Ice storms and straight-line winds knock out the grid most years, so automatic backup power is one of our specialties.
A standby unit keeps the furnace, sump pump, and refrigerator running within seconds of an outage.
We size and install the system, then keep it ready with ongoing service and maintenance.

Level 2 EV Charger Installation

Newer West Omaha homes are adding electric vehicles fast, and a standard garage outlet can't keep up.
We run a dedicated 240-volt circuit so your vehicle charges fully overnight instead of over several days.
We check panel capacity first, then handle a clean install in the garage or an outdoor parking area.

Electrical Panel Upgrades

A larger service adds capacity for central air, home additions, and the EV chargers so many families now run.
Modern breakers and solid grounding replace the outdated fuses and unsafe connections common in older homes.
We include whole-home surge protection to guard electronics and appliances against storm-driven spikes.

What makes us different

Why Choose Bluffs Electric?

Since 1977, Bluffs Electric has been the trusted electrical contractor in Council Bluffs and surrounding areas. For over 46 years, we've been providing dependable service and dedicating ourselves to quality and customer satisfaction.

We offer professional electrical solutions for commercial, industrial, traffic signals, highway lighting, and residential projects. As a leading Council Bluffs electrical company, we're here to handle all your electrical needs.

We Show Up On Time

Upfront, Honest Pricing

Safety First, Always

Locally Owned & Operated

Guaranteed Satisfaction

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What Our Customers Say

Don't just take our word for it. Here's what homeowners across the Council Bluffs & Omaha metro are saying.

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Absolutely wonderful having them help me with the electricity for my new garage. Very professional and patient with me as the garage took a while to get finished. They disconnected the old garage, made sure I still had power to the barn, and returned to reconnect the new garage and install outlets. Excellent company!

Luke Stamp

Chase and the crew at Bluff Electric did a fantastic job for us. We built A shed in our backyard and they were fantastic to work with. They always showed up on time and communication was great. We will be using Bluffs Electric for all our projects moving forward.

Steven Sunquist

The fellas at Bluffs Electric were very knowledgeable, and courteous. They were on time, and organized.

Linda Salvo

Very helpful repairman and my problem wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be. Thanks for coming the same day.

Marcia Conn

Service was prompt and professional. They kept me informed on time of arrival.

Rebecca Smith

I am very pleased with the response & direct communication from your service tech, Al. He definitely has great customer service skills & kept me up to date with things. Thank you so much for getting my power up dated & on so quickly. I will be bragging about Bluffs Electric for a long time. 🙂

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you serve Omaha even though you're based across the river?

Yes. The metro has been part of our service area for decades, and we work throughout Douglas County every week. Reach out or call (712) 325-1537 and we'll let you know the soonest we can be out.

Who pulls the permit for electrical work?

We do. On projects that require it — panel upgrades, service changes, generator installs, and the like — we handle permitting and inspection through the City of Omaha so your job is fully documented and up to code.

My older home still has a fuse box. Should I replace it?

In almost every case, yes. The fuse boxes and 60- or 100-amp panels common in older neighborhoods like Dundee, Benson, and Field Club weren't built for today's loads and can be a fire risk. A panel upgrade adds capacity for central air, EV charging, and more.

Do you install whole-home generators?

Yes, backup power is one of the things we do most. We size, install, and maintain whole-home standby generators that start automatically during outages, plus transfer switches and portable-generator hookups for homes that don't need a full system.

Can you put a Level 2 EV charger in my home?

Yes. We check your panel capacity, size the dedicated circuit, pull the permit, and install and test your Level 2 EV charger in the garage or outdoors so you can charge fully overnight.

Is Bluffs Electric licensed and insured?

Yes. We're a licensed and insured electrical contractor and have worked in the area since 1977, so your home is protected and every job is done to code.

Why do my lights flicker or my breakers keep tripping?

Those are classic signs of an overloaded circuit, a failing breaker, loose connections, or a panel that's too small for the home. In older houses it often points to an aging system overall. We can trace the cause and recommend the safest fix.

Do newer West Omaha homes ever need electrical work?

They do. Even recent builds west of 168th benefit from added circuits for shops, hot tubs, and EV chargers, and from whole-home surge protection to guard today's sensitive electronics against storm-driven surges.

Do you handle commercial electrical work too?

We do. Alongside our residential work, we take on commercial electrical projects for local businesses, from lighting and circuits to larger installations and service upgrades.

Can you help after a storm knocks out power?

Yes. After the ice storms and straight-line winds the region sees, we handle storm-related repairs and can get a standby generator in place so the next outage doesn't leave your family in the dark. Give us a call to talk through your options.

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