Waukesha's Victorian-era and early 20th-century neighborhoods along Grand Avenue, the Fox River, and the McCall Street Historic District contain homes where the original electrical infrastructure may date from the 1920s or earlier. Knob-and-tube wiring, installed before the National Electrical Code reached its modern form, remains in some of Waukesha's oldest properties — often alongside multiple generations of subsequent modifications and additions.
The neighborhoods near Caples' Park and East Broadway Historic District include homes from the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s where 60-amp fuse panels were standard. Federal Pacific Stab-Lok panels appear in Waukesha's postwar and mid-century housing, including the ranch and bi-level construction along Les Paul Memorial Drive and Moreland Boulevard corridors. These are safety and insurance concerns that Burkhardt's licensed electricians address regularly.
Waukesha also has substantial newer development in its western and southern areas where 200-amp service is standard, but the modern load demands of EV chargers and whole-home generators are driving circuit additions and panel assessments. Burkhardt's electricians work across all of Waukesha's housing eras — from knob-and-tube assessment in a Fox River historic home to EV charger installation in a new western Waukesha subdivision.
Burkhardt Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric's licensed electricians serve all of Waukesha with panel replacement, 200-amp service upgrades, circuit additions, EV charger installation, generator hookups, outlet and switch repair, and whole-home rewiring. Burkhardt is available 24/7 for electrical emergencies. GreenSky financing is available.
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.
Your Licensed Electrician in Waukesha, WI
When you need a reliable electrician in Waukesha, Burkhardt is the name homeowners and businesses trust. Our licensed Waukesha electricians handle everything from outlet installations and circuit breaker replacements to complete panel upgrades, whole-home rewiring, EV charger installations, and generator hookups. Whether you need a residential electrician for a small repair or a commercial electrical contractor for a larger project, our team delivers quality workmanship backed by over 60 years of experience serving southeastern Wisconsin. Call Burkhardt at 414-206-3049 — the electricians Waukesha counts on.
Licensed Electrician in Waukesha, WI
Burkhardt Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric is your trusted electrician in Waukesha, WI. Our licensed electrical team handles panel upgrades, outlet repairs, lighting installations, generator hookups, and EV charger wiring for homeowners throughout Waukesha County. Whether you need a quick electrical fix or a major upgrade, your Waukesha electrician at Burkhardt delivers safe, code-compliant results backed by 60+ years of experience. Call 414-206-3049 to schedule service from a licensed electrician Waukesha homeowners trust.
My Waukesha Victorian home near the Fox River has knob-and-tube wiring mixed with newer additions. How do you approach that?
A whole-home assessment maps what you have — which areas are knob-and-tube, where modifications were made, and whether any sections have been covered with insulation (which is a specific hazard with knob-and-tube). Burkhardt prioritizes the highest-risk areas and develops a rewiring plan that can be done in phases if budget requires.
My Waukesha home has a Federal Pacific panel and I'm trying to sell the house. What should I do?
Replace the panel before listing if at all possible. Federal Pacific Stab-Lok panels are flagged in nearly every home inspection, often requiring the seller to either replace it as a condition of sale or accept a price reduction. Burkhardt can often schedule panel replacements within a few days. Call 414-206-3049.
Can Burkhardt add a Level 2 EV charger to my newer Waukesha home?
Yes. For newer Waukesha homes with 200-amp service and reasonable available capacity, a Level 2 EV charger circuit is usually a straightforward addition. Burkhardt installs the dedicated 240V circuit, handles the permit, and can install either an outlet for a portable EVSE or a hardwired charger. Call 414-206-3049.
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