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Serving Tuscaloosa • Northport • Buhl & Surrounding West AL

Electrician in Tuscaloosa, AL

Licensed & Insured Residential Electrical Services for Homeowners Across Tuscaloosa and West Alabama

Licensed & Insured Residential Specialist Upfront Itemized Pricing Locally Owned & Operated
4.9 ★ Rating on Google

"Shad was my electrician. He was very professional, courteous and kind. I will call him all times for any electrical work."

— Juanita Green, Google Local Guide
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4.9 ★
128+ Google Reviews
100%
Upfront Itemized Pricing
Licensed
& Insured in Alabama
Fast Dispatch
Tuscaloosa • Northport • Buhl
Comprehensive Electrical Services

Expert Solutions for Tuscaloosa Homeowners

Explore our wide range of electrical repairs, safety modernizations, and upgrades for residential properties.

Electrical Repair

Electrical Repair

Fast, safe fixes for outlets, breakers, panels, flickering lights and dead circuits.

Electrical Repair
Wiring Upgrades

Wiring Upgrades

Whole-home rewires and safe modernization for older properties.

Wiring Upgrades
Outdoor Wiring

Outdoor Wiring

Landscape lighting, security floods, and dedicated outdoor circuits.

Outdoor Wiring
Generator Installation

Generator Installation

Whole-home standby generators to keep your power on during severe storms.

Generator Installation
Panel Upgrades

Panel Upgrades

Replacing outdated fuse boxes and installing high-capacity breaker panels.

Panel Upgrades
Lighting & Fans

Lighting & Fans

Indoor recessed lighting, ceiling fans, and custom lighting design.

Lighting & Fans
EV Charger Install

EV Charger Install

Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations for your garage or driveway.

EV Charger Install
Emergency Electrician

Emergency Electrician

Rapid response for sparking panels, power outages, and electrical hazards.

Emergency Electrician
Smart Home Install

Smart Home Install

Modern smart switches, thermostats, and automated home lighting controls.

Smart Home Install
Why Burnett Electric

Built on Honest Work & Neighborhood Safety

Dedicated exclusively to protecting and upgrading your home's electrical systems.

Licensed & Insured

State-certified electrical contractor strictly adhering to National Electrical Code (NEC) safety standards.

Prompt Local Dispatch

Fast local response times across Tuscaloosa, Northport, Buhl, and surrounding communities.

Upfront Itemized Pricing

Clear, written quotes before any work begins. No hidden travel surcharges or surprise fees.

Locally Owned & Operated

Owned and operated by Shad Burnett — a local neighbor who stands behind every job.

Priority Emergency Response

Rapid dispatch for hazardous electrical emergencies: sparking panels, burning smells, and total power outages.

1-Year Workmanship Warranty

All panel upgrades, rewires, and installations backed by our 1-year residential workmanship warranty.

How We Work

Simple, Transparent Process

Four clear steps from your first call to a safe, tested job.

01

Contact

Call or text (205) 634-8185. We discuss your electrical concern and schedule a convenient visit.

02

Diagnose

We arrive on time, inspect your system, and explain the exact issue in clear, plain English.

03

Itemized Quote

You receive a firm, upfront price before we touch a wire. Zero pressure, zero hidden fees.

04

Code-Compliant Repair

We complete the work cleanly to local code, test thoroughly, and leave your home spotless.

Our Quality Guarantee

The Burnett Electric Standard

We hold every repair and installation to the highest safety and craftsmanship standards in Alabama.

1-Year Workmanship Warranty

Every breaker panel replacement, whole-house rewire, and EV charger installation is protected by our 1-year workmanship warranty.

100% NEC Code Compliance

All work is completed to the latest National Electrical Code (NEC) standards and coordinated with City of Tuscaloosa and Northport building inspectors.

Clean Home Guarantee

We respect your home. Our electricians use protective boot covers, lay drop cloths, and thoroughly clean up before leaving.

Owner-Supervised Quality

Shad Burnett personally oversees operations and quality standards, ensuring honest advice and meticulous workmanship every time.

Residential Emergency Dispatch
Sparks, smoking panels, or power loss?
Call Now — (205) 634-8185
Recent Work

Real Residential Electrical Jobs in West Alabama

A snapshot of actual panel upgrades, historic rewires, and generator installations completed in our community.

200A Breaker Panel Upgrade
Northport — Huntington Place

200A Breaker Panel Upgrade

Replaced an overloaded 100A fuse box with a modern 200A Square D panel and whole-home surge protector.

Historic Craftsman Home Rewire
Downtown Tuscaloosa

Historic Craftsman Home Rewire

Non-invasive copper rewiring to eliminate hazardous knob-and-tube wiring behind historic plaster walls.

Whole-Home Standby Generator
Buhl — West Tuscaloosa County

Whole-Home Standby Generator

Installed turnkey Generac standby generator with automatic transfer switch for rural storm outage resilience.

Level 2 Dedicated EV Charger
Northport — Northwood Lake

Level 2 Dedicated EV Charger

Installed dedicated 50A 240V garage charging circuit for safe, fast overnight vehicle charging.

Recessed LED & Fixture Upgrade
Lake Tuscaloosa

Recessed LED & Fixture Upgrade

High-efficiency recessed LED retrofit and dimmable circuit layout for open-concept living area.

Emergency Circuit & Breaker Repair
Cottondale

Emergency Circuit & Breaker Repair

Same-day troubleshooting and replacement of a burnt neutral wire and sparking breaker.

Customer Reviews

What Your Tuscaloosa Neighbors Are Saying

See why homeowners across Tuscaloosa, Northport, and Buhl rate Burnett Electric 4.9 out of 5 stars on Google.

"Shad was my electrician. He was very professional, courteous and kind. I will call him all times for any electrical work. He cared about the safety of me and my grandchildren. May God continue to bless him and his company."

J
Juanita Green
Google Local Guide

"Shad was very responsive to my call. He did what he said he would and did a great job! Would definitely use him again and will recommend him to others!"

G
Gena Kilgore
Verified Customer

"Does great work and do it at a fast pace. Would highly recommend them. They’re a life saver."

T
Terrell McKinney
Google Local Guide
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct answers to common electrical questions from West Alabama homeowners.

Call or text (205) 634-8185. You can also fill out our online contact form to schedule a diagnostic visit or project quote.
Yes. Burnett Electric is fully state-licensed and carries comprehensive general liability and workers' compensation insurance for all residential electrical work.
Our primary daily service area covers Tuscaloosa, Northport, Buhl, Cottondale, Vance, Coaling, Moundville, and Brookwood. We also accept major scheduled residential rewiring and panel projects in the Greater Birmingham metro.
Yes. For urgent hazards such as sparking breaker panels, burning plastic odors, or sudden partial power loss, we prioritize same-day emergency dispatch.
Always. We evaluate your electrical system on site, explain the issue in plain English, and provide a firm, itemized quote before starting any work. No surprise travel fees or hidden add-ons.
Yes. All panel upgrades, rewires, and installations come with our 1-year workmanship warranty in addition to all manufacturer equipment warranties.
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