Morse Electric has been the electrician Coeur d'Alene residents and businesses call first since 1997. That is 29 years of showing up on time, doing the work right, and standing behind every job we take on in Kootenai County. Whether you need a tripped breaker diagnosed, a panel upgraded, new wiring roughed in, an EV charger installed, or a backup generator hooked up, we handle it all for homeowners, landlords, property managers, and commercial clients across the area. Licensed electricians. Code-compliant wiring. Fair rates. Call (208) 444-9356 to get a quote or schedule a service call.
We wire homes and businesses every day, and we are good at it, which means we have seen just about every electrical problem a building can throw at an electrician. Our work covers the full range: everyday repairs and troubleshooting, breaker panel and service upgrades, outlet and switch installation, indoor and outdoor lighting, ceiling fans, wiring and rewiring, dedicated circuits for major appliances, whole-home surge protection, EV charger installation, and backup generator hookups. We work with homeowners replacing a single outlet and with commercial clients rewiring an entire floor. Our experienced electricians who respect your home treat every job, large or small, with the same attention to detail. Pick up the phone and we will handle the wiring.
No matter what is going wrong with your wiring, the first step is a clear diagnosis. When we come out for a repair call, we trace the problem to its source before we recommend anything. Flickering lights, dead outlets, tripping breakers, and wiring faults all have a cause, and we find it. We also check for GFCI and AFCI protection as part of any repair visit, because code-compliant protection matters for your family's safety. We give honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell, so you will know exactly what needs to be done and why before any work begins.
Older homes in Kootenai County were often built with panels that were never designed to carry today's electrical loads. If your breakers trip regularly, your panel runs hot, or you are adding circuits for new appliances or an EV charger, a panel upgrade is likely the right move. We handle 200-amp panel upgrades, full panel replacements, subpanel installation, and service-entrance work. Every job starts with a load calculation so you know exactly what your home or building needs. We walk you through the findings before we start, and we do not begin work until you understand the scope.
We install standard outlets, GFCI and AFCI outlets, 240-volt outlets, weatherproof exterior outlets, and anything else your project calls for. Dimmer switches, three-way switches, and specialty switch installations are all part of our regular work. On the lighting side, we handle recessed lighting, landscape lighting, security lighting, motion sensor lights, under-cabinet lighting, and exterior fixtures. Ceiling fan installation and wiring is one of our most common residential calls, and we make sure every fan is properly supported and wired to code. We will have your outlets working again in no time.
We do whole-home rewiring, electrical rough-in for new construction and remodels, and dedicated circuit installation for dryers, refrigerators, and other high-draw appliances. Many older homes in the Coeur d'Alene area still have aluminum wiring or knob-and-tube systems that create real safety concerns. We handle aluminum-wiring remediation and knob-and-tube replacement, bringing older homes up to current code. Proper grounding and bonding are part of every wiring job we take on, because code-compliant work is the only kind we do.
Northern Idaho winters are hard on both vehicles and power infrastructure. Long cold stretches, ice storms, and the occasional outage make two electrical upgrades especially worth considering for Coeur d'Alene homeowners: a home EV charger and a backup generator hookup. We handle both, and we handle the electrical side of each job from start to finish.
A Level 2 home EV charger gives you a full charge overnight instead of a trickle from a standard outlet. The job involves running a dedicated circuit, checking your panel's available capacity, completing a load calculation, and making the proper hardwired or outlet connection for your charger. We walk you through the panel situation before we start, so there are no surprises. If your panel needs additional capacity, we can handle that in the same visit or schedule it as a follow-on job. Call today and we will set the appointment.
Power outages in Kootenai County are not rare, especially during winter storms. A standby generator with a proper transfer switch keeps your home or business running when the grid goes down. We wire the generator connection, install the transfer switch, and make sure the system is set up to handle your critical circuits safely. We work on the electrical side of the installation: the wiring, the panel connection, and the transfer switch. If you already have a generator and need it properly connected, or if you are starting from scratch, we can help you plan and execute the job.
Every job we take on is done to current electrical code. That is not a marketing line. It is how we protect the people who live and work in the buildings we wire. We pull permits when the work requires them, we do not cut corners on materials, and we do not sign off on work we would not want in our own homes. The licensed electricians on our crew stay current on code changes so that what we install today will not create a problem for you down the road. When we leave a job site, the work is done right.
The sooner you call, the sooner the power is back on, and we make it easy to get started. When you call (208) 444-9356, we listen to what you are dealing with, give you a clear sense of what the job involves, and schedule a visit. Before any work begins, we explain the scope and the cost. If we find something unexpected once we open a wall or a panel, we tell you about it before we proceed. No surprise charges appear on your invoice. We are available for same-day service when our schedule allows, and we take emergency calls around the clock, because electrical problems do not wait for business hours. Call today and we will get the power back where it belongs.
We are based in Coeur d'Alene and serve the communities around it. We are proud to be the local electricians this community calls first. Our crews are on the road in Kootenai County every day, and we know the housing stock, the terrain, and the seasonal demands that come with living in northern Idaho. We regularly serve:
We are locally owned and operated electricians, which means when you call, you reach someone who knows the area and can get a crew to your door without delay. Call today and we will set the appointment.
We handle electrical safety inspections for homeowners, buyers, and sellers. If you are purchasing an older home in the Coeur d'Alene area, an inspection before closing can surface wiring issues that affect both safety and insurability. If you are selling, we can identify and repair code violations before they slow down your transaction. We also do inspection and upgrade work for renovations, additions, and home sales that require the electrical system to meet current standards. Arc-fault and ground-fault breaker upgrades, smoke detector wiring, and carbon monoxide detector installation are all part of what we do to help older homes meet today's safety expectations. We give honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell, so you know exactly what your home needs.
We handle commercial electrical work for business owners, property managers, and contractors throughout Kootenai County. Office electrical, retail buildouts, commercial panel upgrades, tenant improvement wiring, and electrical work tied to business renovations are all part of our regular commercial scope. We understand that downtime costs money, so we work efficiently and communicate clearly at every stage of a project. Our experienced electricians who respect your home bring that same care and precision to every commercial job site. If you manage a property or are planning a commercial renovation, call us to talk through the electrical scope before the project starts.
We have been serving Coeur d'Alene and Kootenai County since 1997, which is 29 years of residential and commercial electrical work in this exact region. That history means we know the local housing stock, the seasonal demands of northern Idaho winters, and the code requirements that apply here. We have earned the trust of homeowners, landlords, and businesses across the area, and we do not take that lightly.
We serve customers throughout Kootenai County and the surrounding region. Our crews are on the road every day in Post Falls, Hayden, Rathdrum, Spirit Lake, Dalton Gardens, Athol, Hauser, and Sandpoint. If you are nearby and need an electrician, give us a call and we will let you know if we can get to you.
We work with homeowners, landlords managing rental properties, property managers, small businesses, office buildings, retail operators, and commercial clients of all sizes. Whether you need a single outlet replaced or an entire floor rewired, we handle the job with the same attention to detail. Our experienced electricians bring that same care to every job site, residential or commercial.
The electricians on our crew are experienced professionals who know northern Idaho's housing stock and the code requirements that apply here. Work is performed by licensed electricians who stay current on code changes so that what they install today will not create a problem for you down the road. We are proud of the people we send to your home or business.
We stand for doing the work right, being straight with customers about what they need, and showing up when we say we will. Honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell, is how we approach every job. We have been part of this community since 1997, and our reputation is built job by job.
If an issue returns after we have completed a repair, call us and we will come back out to look at it. We stand behind the work we do, and we do not consider a job finished if the customer is still having a problem. Our goal is a repair that sticks, not one that brings you back to square one.
Morse Electric has been doing this work in Coeur d'Alene since 1997, and we plan to be here for a long time to come. Twenty-nine years of local electrical work means we have earned the trust of homeowners, landlords, and business owners across Kootenai County, and we do not take that lightly. We answer the phone. We dispatch the electrician. We keep it simple. Call (208) 444-9356 today to get a quote or schedule a service call. Call today and we will get the power back where it belongs.
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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