Delafield's electrical service needs reflect the character of Lake Country's most historic and affluent city. The lakefront estate properties along Nagawicka Lake and the older homes near Genesee Street downtown range from century-old cottages converted to year-round residences — with electrical systems that have been modified in layers over the decades — to newer custom construction with sophisticated electrical designs including home automation, outdoor lighting networks, and dedicated circuits for pools, spas, and outbuildings.
Older Delafield properties converted from seasonal to year-round use sometimes carry electrical infrastructure from multiple eras: original knob-and-tube or early rubber-insulated wiring in parts of the house, 1970s or 1980s additions with aluminum branch circuits, and more recent updates that may or may not have been done under permit. Sorting out the wiring history of a complex older property and bringing it to a safe, code-compliant state requires licensed electricians with experience in older construction.
Burkhardt Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric's licensed electricians serve Delafield with panel replacement and 200-amp service upgrades, circuit additions, outlet and switch repair, EV charger installation, generator transfer switch installation, and whole-home rewiring. Newer Delafield custom homes with large panel loads — multiple HVAC systems, heated driveways, pool equipment, and EV chargers — may find even a 200-amp service strained, and a 400-amp service or subpanel configuration is sometimes the right answer.
Burkhardt is available 24/7 for electrical emergencies in Delafield. GreenSky financing is available for panel upgrades and larger electrical projects.
We install and service panels from Square D, Eaton/Cutler-Hammer, Siemens, and GE. For generators, we're authorized Generac installers — headquartered right here in Waukesha, WI.
My Delafield lakefront home has wiring from multiple eras. How do I know what needs to be replaced?
A whole-home electrical assessment is the right starting point. Burkhardt's electricians inspect the panel, trace visible wiring, test outlets and circuits, and provide a prioritized list of what is a safety concern now versus what can be addressed over time. You get a clear picture and a plan — not a scare tactic.
Can Burkhardt install a Level 2 EV charger at my Delafield property?
Yes. Burkhardt installs 240V dedicated circuits and Level 2 EV charger hardware throughout Delafield. For properties with heavy existing loads, we calculate whether your current service can accommodate the charger or whether a panel upgrade is needed first. Call 414-206-3049 to schedule.
My Delafield home is large and has a 200-amp panel that seems overloaded. What are my options?
Options include upgrading to 400-amp service, installing a subpanel to offload circuits, or using a load management device to intelligently share capacity across high-draw loads like EV chargers and HVAC. Burkhardt's electricians assess your specific load profile and recommend the most cost-effective solution.
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