Morse Electric has served Coeur d'Alene and the surrounding Kootenai County area since 1997, handling residential and commercial electrical work for homeowners, landlords, property managers, and businesses of every size. We're proud to be the local electricians this community calls first. Whether you need a same-day repair, an after-hours emergency visit, or a full panel upgrade, we pick up the phone and get someone out to you. We answer the phone. We dispatch the electrician. We keep it simple. Call (208) 444-9356 for a quote.
No matter what's going wrong with your wiring, the right move is to get it looked at before a small problem becomes a serious one. Dead outlets, flickering lights, and breakers that trip every time you run the microwave are the calls we handle most often, and every one of them starts with a proper troubleshooting and diagnostics process. We trace the fault, explain what we found, and fix it the right way.
Part of that process is making sure your home or building meets current safety standards. Older wiring that predates GFCI and AFCI protection requirements is common in this area, and we replace or upgrade those circuits as part of code-compliant repair work. Our experienced electricians who respect your home will leave the space clean and the circuit working correctly. Call today and we'll get the power back where it belongs.
We wire homes and businesses every day, and we're good at it, whether the job is swapping a worn outlet or wiring an entire lighting plan for a new build. Standard outlet replacement, GFCI outlet installation, dimmer switches, and smart switch wiring are straightforward jobs we complete quickly and cleanly. If you're adding a home office, finishing a basement, or simply upgrading an outdated panel of switches, we handle it all with code-compliant wiring from start to finish.
On the lighting side, we install recessed lighting, under-cabinet lighting, and interior light fixtures of all kinds. Outside, we wire security lighting, motion sensor lights, and landscape lighting that holds up through Idaho winters. Ceiling fan installation is one of our most common residential calls, and we handle both the wiring and the mounting so the fan runs safely and quietly. We'll have your outlets working again in no time.
We've handled everything from a flickering light to a full rewire, and the pattern we see most often in older Coeur d'Alene homes is electrical infrastructure that simply hasn't kept pace with how people live today. Knob-and-tube wiring, aluminum branch-circuit wiring, and undersized 60- or 100-amp panels are common in the neighborhoods that were built out decades ago. We replace outdated wiring, upgrade main panels, and bring the service entrance up to modern capacity, including proper grounding and bonding throughout.
Dedicated circuits are part of nearly every upgrade we do. Dryers, refrigerators, chest freezers, and other major appliances need their own circuit to run safely and efficiently. We size each circuit correctly based on load calculations so the panel can handle what you're actually plugging in, not just what was standard thirty years ago. Locally owned and operated electricians handle every job personally from first call to final inspection. Pick up the phone and we'll handle the wiring.
North Idaho winters are hard on homes and on the electrical systems inside them. Extended freezing temperatures, ice storms, and multi-day outages are a regular part of life in Kootenai County, and the area's rapid growth means older homes and new construction alike are putting new demands on the grid. The services below come up constantly in this region because the climate and the housing stock make them genuinely necessary.
When a winter storm knocks out power for two or three days, a backup generator is not a luxury. It keeps the heat running, the sump pump working, and the refrigerator on. We handle the electrical side of generator hookups: transfer switch installation, standby generator wiring, and the panel connections that let a generator carry your critical loads safely. The transfer switch is the key piece. It isolates your home from the utility line so the generator runs without risk to the equipment or to the lineworkers restoring service outside. If you've been thinking about adding a generator before next winter, now is the right time to call.
Coeur d'Alene is growing fast, and that growth shows up in our work every week. Older homes throughout the area are being updated and resold, and new construction is adding square footage and electrical load that older service entrances were never sized to handle. We install 200-amp service upgrades, add subpanels for detached garages and outbuildings, and handle full service-entrance replacements when the existing equipment is past its useful life. Load calculations are part of every panel job so the new equipment is sized correctly for your actual usage, including the electric heating loads that hit hard in an Idaho winter.
Frozen pipes and roof ice dams are routine winter problems in this area, and heat tape is one of the more practical solutions. The electrical side of a heat tape system matters as much as the tape itself. Heat tape runs continuously or thermostatically, and it needs a properly wired dedicated circuit with the right ampacity and GFCI protection to operate safely. We run that circuit, wire the connection point, and make sure the system is set up to code. If you've had a pipe freeze or ice dam damage in past winters, this is a worthwhile upgrade to schedule before temperatures drop again.
Level 2 EV charger installation is one of the fastest-growing requests we get, and it makes sense. A Level 2 charger adds real range overnight, and the wiring job is straightforward for a qualified electrician. We run a dedicated 240-volt circuit from your panel to the garage or driveway location, confirm the panel has the capacity to carry the load, and complete the connection so your charger is ready to use.
Whole-home surge protection pairs naturally with a panel upgrade. A single surge protector installed at the main panel catches voltage spikes before they reach your appliances, electronics, and wiring. It's a practical addition for any home, and especially useful in areas where storms and outages put the grid under stress. Honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell, is how we approach every job. Call today and we'll set the appointment.
The sooner you call, the sooner the power is back on, and for a business that means the sooner you're back to serving customers. We work with property managers, business owners, contractors, and retail operators throughout the Coeur d'Alene area on commercial repairs, panel upgrades, tenant improvement wiring, and commercial lighting installation. Whether you're building out a new retail space, upgrading an office, or troubleshooting a fault in an existing system, we show up on schedule and work efficiently around your business hours.
Code-compliant wiring and electrical safety inspections are part of every commercial job we take on. We document our work and make sure the installation meets current code before we leave the site. Call today and we'll get the power back where it belongs.
A safety inspection gives you a clear picture of what your electrical system actually looks like, not what you assume it looks like. We conduct pre-purchase inspections for home buyers who want to know what they're taking on before closing, and we do full safety inspections for homeowners in older parts of the area where aging wiring, outdated panels, and missing GFCI protection are common findings.
We check the panel, the branch circuits, the outlets, the grounding, and the smoke detector and hard-wired carbon monoxide detector installations. If something needs attention, we tell you what it is and what it will take to fix it. Honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell, is the only way we operate. We'll have your outlets working again in no time.
We've been doing this work in northern Idaho since 1997, which means 29 years of electrical repair and installation in this exact region, through the growth, the winters, and the changes in how homes and businesses use power. Work is performed by licensed electricians who know the local housing stock and the code requirements that apply here.
We serve Coeur d'Alene and the surrounding communities throughout Kootenai County, including Post Falls, Hayden, Rathdrum, Spirit Lake, Dalton Gardens, and Athol. If you're nearby and need an electrician, we can likely get to you today. Book today. Wired tomorrow. Done by the weekend.
We give you honest, up-front rates before any work begins. Call for a quote and we'll walk through what the job involves, what it will cost, and when we can get there. Same-day and after-hours availability means you don't have to sit on a problem waiting for a slot to open up next week.
Work performed by licensed electricians is what you get on every call, whether it's a simple outlet swap or a full panel replacement. We price the job fairly and we do it right. Pick up the phone and we'll handle the wiring.
We offer same-day availability on many calls, and we take after-hours and emergency calls every day of the week. When you call (208) 444-9356, we find out what you are dealing with and get someone out as fast as our schedule allows. The sooner you call, the sooner we can get the power back where it belongs.
We are available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, including weekends. For emergencies outside those hours, give us a call and we will do our best to get someone to you. Electrical problems do not always happen at convenient times, and we try to be reachable when it matters.
It helps to know the general location of the problem in your home or building, whether you have a breaker panel or a fuse box, and roughly how old the wiring is if you know it. You do not need to have all the answers. We will ask the right questions when you call (208) 444-9356 and figure out what the job involves together.
A breaker that trips repeatedly under normal use is telling you something is wrong, and resetting it without finding the cause is not a fix. The fault could be an overloaded circuit, a failing breaker, or a wiring problem that needs a proper diagnosis. Call us and we will trace the issue to its source before recommending anything.
If half your home goes dark, the most likely cause is a tripped double-pole breaker or a problem at the service entrance. Check your panel first and reset any tripped breakers. If resetting does not restore power, or if you see signs of burning or hear unusual sounds near the panel, call us right away rather than continuing to reset.
Kitchen circuits carry heavy loads from microwaves, refrigerators, and other appliances, and repeated tripping usually means the circuit is overloaded or a dedicated circuit is needed. We can run a load calculation and add a dedicated circuit so each appliance has the capacity it needs. Call (208) 444-9356 and we will sort out what the kitchen actually requires.
When we arrive, we listen to what you have noticed, run a proper diagnosis, and explain what we found before any work begins. We give you a clear picture of the scope and the cost, and we do not start work until you understand and agree to both. When the job is done, we test the repair and clean up before we leave.
We give you a clear sense of the cost before any work begins, and we do not add charges without talking to you first. If we open a wall or a panel and find something unexpected, we explain what it is and what it will take to address it before we proceed. There are no surprise charges on your invoice.
Yes, we charge a service call fee, and we will let you know what it is when you call. We walk you through the pricing before any work begins so you know exactly what you are looking at. Honest, up-front rates are how we operate on every job.
Morse Electric is ready to take your call today. We serve Coeur d'Alene and the surrounding Kootenai County communities with same-day availability, after-hours response, and the kind of straightforward service that keeps customers calling us back. Licensed electricians. Code-compliant wiring. Fair rates. Call (208) 444-9356 for a quote and we'll get an electrician out to you.
We handle electrical work of every scale in Coeur d'Alene and across Kootenai County, from a single dead outlet to a full service-entrance replacement. The table below gives you a quick look at what each service covers, who it fits best, and what to keep in mind before you call. If you have questions about your specific situation, the fastest answer is a phone call.
| Type of Work | What's Included | Common Situations | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Panel & Service UpgradesMost Popular |
| homes with undersized panels, frequent tripping, or added electrical load from renovations or new appliances | Older Coeur d'Alene homes often carry 60- or 100-amp service, which is not adequate for modern usage. A panel upgrade is permitted work and requires a final inspection. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits |
| homeowners adding a major appliance or experiencing tripping on a shared circuit | Major appliances need their own circuit sized to their actual load. We run the calculation first so the new circuit is built to handle what you are actually plugging in. |
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting |
| any homeowner or business with an unexplained electrical problem | A proper diagnosis before any repair saves time and money. We trace the fault to its source and explain what we found before work begins. |
| Heat Tape Installation |
| homeowners dealing with frozen pipes or roof ice dams in Idaho winters | Heat tape runs continuously or on a thermostat and draws steady current. It needs a properly sized dedicated circuit with GFCI protection to operate safely and legally. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation |
| homeowners replacing a light fixture or adding a fan in a bedroom or living area | Ceiling fans require a rated support box, not just a standard light fixture box. We check the box and the wiring before mounting so the fan runs safely. |
| Well-Pump Circuits |
| rural and semi-rural properties on private well water | Well pumps require a dedicated circuit sized to the motor's starting and running current. Undersized wiring causes repeated tripping and can shorten pump life. |
| Backup Generator Installation |
| homeowners who need heat, sump pump, and refrigeration running through multi-day winter outages | The transfer switch is the safety-critical piece. It isolates your home from the utility line so the generator cannot back-feed the grid and endanger lineworkers. |
| Lighting Installation |
| homeowners upgrading interior lighting or adding outdoor security lighting | Exterior lighting in northern Idaho needs weatherproof fixtures and properly rated wiring to hold up through freeze-thaw cycles and heavy winters. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation |
| homeowners adding outlets, upgrading old devices, or finishing a new space | GFCI protection is required by code in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor locations. We install and test each device to current standards. |
| Wiring & Rewiring |
| older homes with outdated wiring or any property adding significant square footage | Knob-and-tube and aluminum branch-circuit wiring are common in older Coeur d'Alene homes. Replacement brings the system up to current safety and code standards. |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection |
| any homeowner with electronics, appliances, or a newly upgraded panel | A single surge protector at the panel catches spikes before they reach your wiring and devices. It is a practical add-on to any panel upgrade or service call. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair |
| homes or buildings where breakers trip repeatedly or fuses blow under normal use | A breaker that trips repeatedly is a symptom, not the problem. We find the underlying cause rather than simply replacing the breaker and moving on. |
| Garage & Block-Heater Circuits |
| homeowners who park vehicles in a garage and need reliable cold-weather starting | Block-heater outlets are a practical necessity in northern Idaho winters. We install weatherproof, properly rated outlets on a dedicated circuit sized for the load. |
| Snow-Melt System Wiring |
| homeowners with driveways, walkways, or steps prone to ice buildup in winter | Snow-melt systems draw significant continuous current. We size the circuit and protection devices to the system's actual load so the installation meets code and runs reliably. |
How do I know if my home needs a panel or service upgrade?
Common signs include breakers that trip frequently under normal use, a panel that feels warm to the touch, lights that dim when appliances kick on, and a main service rated at 60 or 100 amps. If your home is more than a few decades old and you have added appliances, a home office, or electric heating loads since it was built, the service entrance may simply not be sized for what you are asking it to do. We run a load calculation to confirm before recommending any upgrade.
What causes a breaker to trip repeatedly?
A breaker trips when the circuit is carrying more current than it was designed to handle, or when there is a fault in the wiring or a connected device. An overloaded circuit, a failing breaker, a short circuit, or a ground fault can all cause repeated tripping. Resetting the breaker without finding the cause is not a fix. We trace the fault to its source and explain what we found before any work begins.
Is electrical work permitted and inspected?
Most electrical work beyond simple device replacement requires a permit and a final inspection by the local authority having jurisdiction. Panel upgrades, service-entrance replacements, new circuit installations, and generator hookups all fall into this category. We handle the permit process and make sure the work passes inspection before we consider a job complete.
Same-Day and Emergency Availability
We take same-day calls and after-hours emergency calls every day of the week. When you call, we find out what you are dealing with and get someone out as fast as our schedule allows.
Is the wiring in an older home safe?
It depends on the type of wiring and its condition. Knob-and-tube wiring, aluminum branch-circuit wiring, and panels without GFCI or AFCI protection are common in older Coeur d'Alene homes, and each carries specific risks. An electrical safety inspection gives you a clear picture of what is actually in your home and what, if anything, needs attention. We explain every finding in plain terms and give you honest recommendations on next steps.
What do flickering or dimming lights usually mean?
Occasional flickering when a large appliance starts up is often a sign of a loose connection or an undersized circuit rather than a failing bulb. Persistent flickering, dimming that happens across multiple rooms, or lights that flicker even when nothing else is running can point to a loose main connection, a failing breaker, or a wiring problem that needs a proper diagnosis. It is worth having it looked at rather than assuming the bulb is to blame.
What are the electrical requirements for a backup generator?
A generator hookup requires a transfer switch, which is the device that isolates your home from the utility line while the generator is running. Without a transfer switch, back-feeding the grid is a serious safety hazard for utility workers. We install the transfer switch, run the wiring from the generator connection point to your panel, and set up the critical-load connections so the generator carries what you actually need during an outage.
Work Performed by Licensed Electricians
Every job, from a single outlet swap to a full panel replacement, is handled by licensed electricians who know the local housing stock and the code requirements that apply in this area.
Do I need to be home while the work is done?
For most jobs, yes. We need access to the panel, the work area, and often multiple rooms depending on what is involved. We also walk you through what we found and what we did before we leave, so being present at the start and end of the job is helpful. If your schedule is tight, call us and we will work out the logistics together.
How does pricing and estimating work?
We give you a clear picture of the scope and the cost before any work begins. We do not start without your agreement, and we do not add charges without talking to you first. If we open a wall or a panel and find something unexpected, we explain what it is and what it will take to address it before we proceed. There are no surprise charges on your invoice.
Upfront Quotes With No Surprise Fees
We walk you through the scope and the cost before any work begins, and we do not add charges without talking to you first. What we quote is what you see on the invoice.
Can I handle any electrical work myself, or do I need an electrician?
Swapping a like-for-like outlet or light fixture is something many homeowners do without issue. Anything involving the panel, new circuit wiring, permit-required work, or troubleshooting a fault you cannot identify is a job for a licensed electrician. Electrical faults that are misdiagnosed or improperly repaired can create fire and shock hazards that are not immediately obvious. When in doubt, a phone call costs nothing and can save a lot of trouble.
Why would an outlet or switch suddenly stop working?
A dead outlet is often caused by a tripped GFCI device on the same circuit, a loose wire connection at the outlet itself, or a tripped breaker. Check nearby GFCI outlets and reset any that have tripped before assuming the outlet is failed. If resetting does not restore power, or if the outlet shows signs of discoloration or feels warm, call us. A warm or discolored outlet is a sign of a connection problem that needs attention right away.
How long does a panel upgrade typically take?
A straightforward 200-amp service upgrade usually takes most of a day. The utility company may need to disconnect and reconnect service at the meter, which adds some scheduling coordination. More involved work, such as a full service-entrance replacement or a panel upgrade combined with subpanel installation, may take longer. We give you a realistic time estimate when you call so you can plan accordingly.
Call (208) 444-9356 and we will talk through what your home or business needs and get an electrician scheduled.
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