Renovation Electrical in Shoreline, WA
Renovation electrical in Shoreline usually starts with a 1950s or 60s rambler and a plan to open up a kitchen, bath, or basement. All City Electric has been based in Shoreline since 1971, and we handle rough-in, low-voltage, and finish electrical for remodels across the city.
County
King County
Permitting
City of Shoreline Building Department
Utility
Seattle City Light
Much of Shoreline was built after the war, and the ramblers in Richmond Beach, Ridgecrest, and Hillwood were wired for a different era: 100-amp services, a handful of circuits, and branch wiring that is often ungrounded. A remodel is the right time to deal with that. With the walls open, we can find ungrounded runs, undersized circuits, or a panel that can't carry a new heat pump or induction range, and fix them when it costs the least, instead of after the drywall goes back up.
We pull the electrical permit through the City of Shoreline Building Department and schedule rough and final inspections so the work passes before wall finishes go on. If the remodel adds enough load to call for a panel upgrade or a subpanel, we coordinate the service side with Seattle City Light. Every new circuit is grounded and AFCI/GFCI protected where required, and we schedule rough-in and trim around your general contractor, plumber, and HVAC trades so the electrical stays on schedule.
Bring us in at the design stage if you can, before framing, so we can plan circuit routes, panel capacity, and Cat6 or speaker runs while it's easy. You'll get a clear scope and upfront pricing before we start, and a walk-through at trim-out so every switch, outlet, and fixture works the way you expect. Call (206) 533-6333 to talk through your Shoreline remodel.
Renovation Electrical in Shoreline: Your Questions
Do I need a permit for remodel electrical work in Shoreline?
Yes. Renovation electrical requires a permit and inspections. We pull the permit through the City of Shoreline Building Department, schedule the rough and final inspections, and make sure the work passes before insulation and drywall cover it up.
My Shoreline rambler still has its original 100-amp panel. Will my remodel need an upgrade?
It depends on what you're adding. A new induction range, heat pump, or EV charger on top of existing loads can push a 100-amp service past its limit. We'll assess the panel during planning and recommend an upgrade or subpanel only if the new loads actually need it.
When should I bring an electrician into a renovation?
Ideally at the design stage, before framing. Early involvement lets us plan circuit routes, panel capacity, and low-voltage locations with the walls open, which keeps the job cleaner, faster, and less expensive than changing decisions later.
Can you fix ungrounded wiring while the walls are open?
Yes. Many older Shoreline homes have ungrounded branch circuits. During a remodel we can replace those runs with new grounded, AFCI/GFCI-protected circuits sized for the appliances and lighting you plan to use, while access is easy.
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"I had an incredible experience getting service done from All City Electric. I wanted to have some outlets fixed as well as install a Level 2 Charger. They were easy to schedule a time for an estimate and also for the service. The electrician came right on time for both appointments and was very respectful and sweet. Every team member was very kind and sweet and accommodating. I would highly recommend them for any future service needs you have!"
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"I called All City Electric when my laundry room and living room lights would not turn off. If you tried to turn them off they flicker. Then 5 of my outlets either didn't work or things would fall out of them. I finally got sick of it and reached out explaining my situation. The gal that answered my call was very sweet and kind. Even when I called back the next day saying I forgot to write it down and wanted to confirm my appointment day and time. We had a good laugh. She made my day! Today, Kevin showed up on time and confirmed the problem and got to work right away. He was pleasant and kind during the entire process. He answered all my questions. Thank you to the entire staff and owner of All City Electric!! You will forever have my business. Please call if you have any issues. They are absolutely the best to work with!! Thank you again!!"
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