Your Local Master Electrician, Licensed in NH, MA & ME
Experienced Family-Owned Electricians Licensed in NH, MA & ME
Moore Electric Inc. is a family-owned electrical contractor based at 21 Wentworth Ave in Plaistow, NH, serving southern New Hampshire, northern Massachusetts, and southern Maine. Owner Brenden Moore is a Master Electrician licensed in all three states (NH #14511, MA #22825, ME #MS60023064) with more than 25 years in the trade, and he is on every job rather than dispatching a crew. The company handles panel upgrades and service upgrades, whole-home rewiring including knob-and-tube removal, Level 2 EV charger installation, standby generator installation, repairs and troubleshooting, kitchen and bath electrical, additions and renovations, new construction wiring, and commercial work. Moore Electric pulls the permit and schedules the inspection on every job, and coordinates meter and service work with the local utility. Named Best Electrician in Newburyport in 2024 and 2025.
Who actually shows up when you hire Moore Electric?
Brenden Moore does. When you call Moore Electric, you are not getting a dispatch center or a rotating crew. You are getting a licensed Master Electrician with 25+ years of experience who is on every job, from the estimate to the final inspection.
We show up when we say we will. We explain what needs to be done and what it costs before we start. And we stand behind our work. That is how we have built our reputation as a trusted Plaistow electrician, one job at a time.
What you can count on
✓ A licensed Master Electrician on every job, not a subcontractor
✓ A written estimate before any work starts
✓ Permits pulled and inspections scheduled, every time
✓ Code-compliant work that protects your home and insurance
✓ A clean job site and respect for your property
Licensed in NH #14511 · MA #22825 · ME #MS60023064
What electrical services does Moore Electric offer?
Residential and commercial electrical work across southern NH, northern MA, and southern ME, from quick repairs to full-system installations. Every job is planned, installed, and inspected the right way.
Bigger projects like panel upgrades and whole-house rewiring qualify for financing. Here is how financing works, along with what our common services typically cost.
Panel Upgrades
Upgrade to 200-amp service to power EV chargers, HVAC, and modern appliances. We handle permits and inspections.
View panel upgradesEV Charger Installation
Level 2 home charging for Tesla, Ford, Rivian, and all EVs. We assess your panel and handle permits. MA rebates available.
View EV chargersElectrical Rewiring
Safe, code-compliant wiring for older homes. We remove knob-and-tube and replace outdated panels and circuits.
View rewiringKitchen & Bath Electrical
GFCI outlets, under-cabinet lighting, exhaust fans, and dedicated circuits for your remodel.
View kitchen & bathNew Construction Wiring
Complete electrical systems for new homes, additions, and custom builds. Done right from day one.
View new constructionElectrical Repairs
Flickering lights, dead outlets, tripping breakers. We diagnose the problem and fix it.
View repairsHome Additions & Renovations
New circuits, panel capacity, GFCI and AFCI protection, and code-compliant wiring from start to finish.
View additions & renovationsBackup Generator Installation
Standby generators that turn on automatically when the power goes out. No action needed from you.
View generatorsElectrical Service Upgrades
200-amp upgrades, underground service changes, and overhead-to-underground conversions, with full utility coordination.
View service upgradesElectrical questions Plaistow-area homeowners ask
Quick, honest answers to the questions we hear most before a project starts. Need detail on yours? Call and ask, we are happy to talk it through.
Do I need to upgrade my panel to install an EV charger?
Often, yes. Many homes built before 1990 run a 100-amp panel that is already close to full. A Level 2 charger adds a large, steady load, so we check your panel capacity first. If there is room, we add a dedicated circuit. If not, a 200-amp panel upgrade clears the way for the charger and anything else you add later. We sort this out during a free estimate before any work begins.
How much does an electrical panel upgrade cost in New Hampshire?
Most panel upgrades run $2,000 to $4,000, depending on your home's wiring, the panel location, and whether the service entrance needs work too. A full service upgrade can run higher. We give you an upfront written estimate so you know the number before we start, with no surprise fees. See our panel upgrade page for what is included.
Are there rebates for EV charger installation in Massachusetts?
Yes. Massachusetts has active rebate and incentive programs for home EV charging, and many homeowners qualify. Programs change, so we point you to what is current and handle the electrical side, the panel assessment, the dedicated circuit, the permit, and the inspection. Start on our EV charger installation page.
How do I know if my older home needs rewiring?
Warning signs include knob-and-tube wiring, two-prong outlets, breakers that trip often, warm outlets or switches, and a burning smell near the panel. Older insurance carriers also flag knob-and-tube. We inspect the system, tell you what is safe to keep and what is not, and replace outdated wiring with modern, code-compliant circuits. Learn more about rewiring older homes.
What size standby generator does a New England home need?
It depends on what you want to keep running during an outage. A whole-home standby unit covers heat, water, refrigeration, and outlets, while a smaller unit covers the essentials. We size the generator to your home and panel, then handle the permit, the concrete pad, and utility coordination. See options on our generator installation page.
Will you pull the permits and schedule inspections?
Always. We pull every required permit in NH, MA, and ME and schedule the inspections that go with the work. Permits protect your home, your insurance coverage, and the resale value of the property. If a contractor offers to skip the permit to save time, that is a red flag, and it is not how we work.
How do you check that an electrician is actually licensed?
Ask for the license number, then look it up yourself. It takes about a minute and it is the single best filter on a list of quotes.
New Hampshire
Electricians are licensed through the New Hampshire Electricians' Board. The state publishes a license lookup where you can search by name or number and confirm the license is active. Brenden's NH master license is #14511.
Massachusetts
Massachusetts licenses electricians through the Board of State Examiners of Electricians, and the state runs a public license lookup on its licensing site. Brenden's MA master license is #22825.
Maine
Maine licenses through the Electricians' Examining Board under Professional and Financial Regulation, with a searchable license database. Brenden's ME master license is #MS60023064.
Three more questions worth asking whoever quotes your job.
Do you carry liability insurance, and can I see the certificate? A certificate of insurance takes one email to produce. Anyone who stalls on it is answering the question.
Are you pulling the permit, or am I? An electrician who suggests skipping the permit to save you money is telling you how the rest of the job will go. Unpermitted work surfaces at closing when the buyer's attorney asks for records, and an insurer can lean on it after a claim.
Who is actually doing the work? Plenty of outfits quote with a licensed name and send a crew working under it. Ask who will be standing in your basement, and whether that person holds the license.
How does a local master electrician compare to a franchise or handyman?
Not sure who to hire? Here is how the options typically stack up for residential electrical work.
| Local Pro Moore Electric |
National Franchise |
General Handyman |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed Master Electrician | ✓ | ~ | ✗ |
| Owner involved in your project | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Pulls permits & schedules inspections | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Written estimate before work starts | ✓ | ✓ | ~ |
| Handles panel upgrades & heavy-ups | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Competitive pricing (no franchise fees) | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Direct communication (no call centers) | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Insured & workers' comp coverage | ✓ | ✓ | ~ |
~ Varies by provider. Always verify licensing and insurance before hiring.
What do Moore Electric customers say?
"The scope of work was extensive, removing and replacing all old knob-and-tube wiring with new, fully code-compliant wiring. Everything was completed in a timely, professional, and fairly priced manner. The office staff also deserves a huge shoutout, their communication made the entire process smooth and stress-free."
"I've been in the trades most of my life. I've worked with, for, and have employed many trades guys. Brenden and his crew are among the best I've done business with. Reliable, communicative, fair, honest, and the list goes on. Highly recommend."
"Brenden took the time to talk us through all of our options for expanding our electrical panel. He was friendly, kind, and honest about what we needed (and didn't need), and he never once tried to upsell. The work is exceptionally professional, and the entire experience was smooth and stress-free."
Where does Moore Electric work?
Based in Plaistow, NH, we serve homeowners and businesses across southern New Hampshire, northern Massachusetts, and southern Maine. Need a panel upgrade in Exeter, an EV charger in Newburyport, or rewiring in Kittery? We are licensed and ready.
New Hampshire
- Plaistow
- Exeter
- Hampton
- Portsmouth
- Stratham
Massachusetts
- Newburyport
- Amesbury
- Haverhill
- Methuen
- Andover
Maine
- Kittery
- York
- South Berwick
- Eliot
- Ogunquit
Don't see your town? We often travel further for the right project, just ask.
Moore Electric Inc.
21 Wentworth Ave, Plaistow, NH 03865
Phone: (603) 836-9513
Email: office@mooreelectricinc.net
What should you ask before hiring an electrician?
Family-owned electricians licensed in NH, MA & ME. Here is what most homeowners want to know before they call.
Are you licensed in my state?
Yes. Brenden holds Master Electrician licenses in Massachusetts (#22825), New Hampshire (#14511), and Maine (#MS60023064). We are licensed and insured in all three states we serve.
Do you pull permits for electrical work?
Yes, we pull all required permits for electrical work in NH, MA, and ME. Permits make sure your work is inspected and up to code, which protects your home and your insurance coverage.
How much does a panel upgrade cost?
Panel upgrades typically range from $2,000 to $4,000 depending on your home's needs. Estimates are free, and you get the scope and the number in writing before anything starts. Learn more about panel upgrades.
Do you work on older homes with knob-and-tube?
Yes, we specialize in rewiring older homes throughout the area. We safely remove outdated knob-and-tube and replace it with modern, code-compliant wiring.
How far out are you booking?
It depends on the season and the size of the job. Storm season and the run-up to a closing both get busy. Call and ask what the calendar looks like right now, and we will tell you straight rather than book something we cannot hold.
Do you offer any warranty on your work?
Yes, we stand behind our work. All electrical work is guaranteed to be code-compliant and professionally installed.
What areas does Moore Electric serve?
We work a roughly 30-minute radius from Plaistow, NH. That covers southern New Hampshire (Plaistow, Atkinson, Hampstead, Newton, Kingston, Danville, Sandown, Salem, Derry, Exeter, Stratham, Hampton, Seabrook) and northern Massachusetts (Haverhill, Newburyport, Amesbury, Methuen, Groveland, Merrimac, Salisbury, Georgetown, Andover, North Andover), plus southern Maine on the right project. If you do not see your town, call and ask rather than assuming.
Do you charge for an estimate?
No. Estimates are free, and Brenden is the one who comes out to give you one. You get the scope and the number in writing before anything starts, so you are comparing a real quote against whatever else you are holding.
Who actually shows up to do the work?
Brenden Moore, the licensed Master Electrician who owns the company, plus his own crew. Moore Electric does not subcontract, so nobody is working in your house under a license that belongs to someone who has never seen the job. That is the part customers mention most in reviews.
What panel brands are a problem in older homes around here?
Two names worth checking for on the label inside your panel door. Federal Pacific, usually branded Stab-Lok, with a thin red or orange stripe across the breaker toggles. And Zinsco, sometimes labeled Sylvania-Zinsco, identifiable by breakers in blue, green, red, and yellow. Both have a documented history of breakers that fail to trip on a fault, and insurers know both names. A fuse box with screw-in fuses is a third flag, since it means you are on 60 or 100 amps.
Do you take on commercial work?
Yes. Tenant fit-outs, lighting retrofits, added circuits, panel work, and code correction for offices, retail, and restaurants. It sits alongside the residential side rather than being a separate division, so you get the same person on it. Details are on the commercial electrical page.
Ready to get it done right?
Talk directly with a licensed Master Electrician, not a call center. Free estimate, in writing, with a clear plan for your project.