Every home's wiring tells a different story, and after 14 years working across Post Falls and the surrounding Kootenai County communities, Soffron Electrical has heard just about all of them. We are a locally owned electrical contractor serving homeowners, commercial clients, and property managers throughout the area. From a single dead outlet to a full commercial buildout, we show up, we scope the job honestly, and we get it done. We treat your home and its wiring the way we would our own, and that standard has not changed since the day we opened our doors. We pick up the phone and get it handled. Not the biggest crew in town. Just the most reliable. Always on time.
No matter what's going wrong with your wiring, we have the experience to diagnose it, fix it, or build it from scratch. We handle the full range of residential and commercial electrical work, from quick repairs to panel replacements to whole-home rewiring. Same-day electrical service is available for jobs that cannot wait. Every job is performed by licensed electricians who know local code requirements and take the work seriously.
Here is a look at what we handle:
Leave the breakers to us.
The hardest part of an electrical problem is knowing when to call, but if something in your home or building is behaving strangely, the answer is usually sooner rather than later. Flickering lights, outlets that stopped working, a breaker that trips every time you run the microwave, a panel that hums when it should not. These are not problems to put off.
We trace the fault back to its source, explain what we found, and fix it properly. For urgent situations, we offer same-day and emergency service so you are not left waiting. Whether you are a homeowner dealing with a nuisance fault or a property manager with a tenant calling about a dead circuit, we respond quickly and get to work. Transparent pricing with no hidden fees on any wiring job means you know what you are paying before we start. We'll find the fault and fix it right.
Choosing the right electrical fix is easier than it sounds, especially when a knowledgeable electrician walks you through the options. If your panel is undersized, outdated, or struggling to keep up with modern electrical loads, an upgrade is one of the most practical investments you can make in your property.
We handle load calculations, 200-amp service upgrades, and subpanel installation for homes and commercial spaces alike. Older panels with outdated breakers get replaced with properly rated equipment that includes arc-fault and ground-fault protection where code requires it. For commercial clients running offices, retail spaces, or restaurants, we scope panel upgrades that match the actual load demands of the operation, not a generic estimate.
Grounding, bonding, AFCI and GFCI protection, permit work, and inspection coordination are all part of the job. We'll handle the wiring so you don't have to.
Electric vehicles are becoming a practical choice for commuters across the Post Falls area, and a Level 2 home charger makes the difference between a car that is ready in the morning and one that barely made it through the night on a standard outlet. We install dedicated circuits sized for Level 2 charging, check your panel capacity before we start, and mount a weatherproof outlet or hardwired charging unit depending on your setup.
We work with Tesla-compatible hardware and universal Level 2 units. Whether your charger goes in a garage, a carport, or on an exterior wall, we handle the wiring from panel to plug. Call us for a quote on EV charger installation and we will walk you through exactly what the job involves.
Idaho winters can be unpredictable, and power outages in Kootenai County are not unusual when ice storms or high winds move through. A standby generator gives you a reliable fallback when the grid goes down. We handle the electrical side of that setup completely: transfer switch installation, generator circuit wiring, and integration with your existing panel so the switchover happens safely and automatically.
We handle the hookup and the electrical infrastructure. When the power goes out, your generator does its job and your home keeps running. Call for a quote on transfer switch installation or standby generator wiring and we will size the job to your actual needs.
Older homes throughout the Post Falls area carry electrical systems that were never designed for the loads we put on them today. Knob-and-tube wiring, aluminum branch circuits, undersized service entrances, and decades of patchwork repairs all add up to a system that deserves a hard look.
We handle full and partial rewires, knob-and-tube replacement, and aluminum wiring remediation. For renovation projects, we wire home additions, finished basements, detached garages, and new construction from the ground up. Electrical safety inspections are available for buyers, sellers, and owners who want a clear picture of what they have.
All of our work is scoped to meet current code requirements and is available with permit and inspection coordination where required. We take pride in the electrical work we leave behind, and that means every wire, every connection, and every panel we touch is done to a standard we stand behind. Pick up the phone and we'll handle the wiring.
Your time matters, so we keep the wiring job on schedule and the pricing exactly where we said it would be. Before any work begins, we walk through the scope, explain what needs to happen, and give you a clear estimate. No surprise line items when the invoice arrives. No fees that were not discussed upfront.
That approach applies to every job type, from a single outlet replacement to a full panel upgrade or a whole-home rewire. Call for a quote and you will get a straight answer on what the work costs and what it covers. Right diagnosis. Right wiring. Right the first time.
We work with a wide range of clients across the county and the surrounding communities. Homeowners call us for repairs, upgrades, and new installations. Buyers and sellers use our safety inspections to understand what a property's electrical system actually looks like before a transaction closes. Renovation and addition projects bring us in to wire new spaces from scratch.
On the commercial side, property managers, office tenants, retail operators, and restaurant owners count on us for panel work, lighting, circuit installation, and electrical troubleshooting that keeps their operations running. We serve Post Falls and the communities around it, including Coeur d'Alene, Rathdrum, Hayden, Spirit Lake, Dalton Gardens, Athol, and other nearby areas in Kootenai County. If you are not sure whether we cover your location, call us and we will tell you directly.
Fourteen years of local work means something specific. It means we know the housing stock in this area, the common wiring issues in homes built in different eras, and the permit and inspection process that applies here. It means we have diagnosed faults that stumped previous electricians, scoped rewires on homes that had not been touched in decades, and handled commercial buildouts for clients who needed the work done right and on time.
Experience does not just mean years on the job. It means knowing what questions to ask before the work starts, catching problems that a less experienced eye would miss, and giving clients an honest assessment of what their system actually needs. That kind of reliability is built over time, job by job, and it is what keeps clients in this area calling us back when the next project comes up.
We have been serving Post Falls and the surrounding Kootenai County communities since 2012, which puts us at 14 years of local electrical work. That history means we know the housing stock, the common wiring issues in homes built across different eras, and the local permit and inspection process.
Fourteen years of work in this area means we have diagnosed faults in homes that had not been touched in decades, handled rewires on properties with multiple generations of patchwork wiring, and completed commercial buildouts for clients who needed the work done right and on schedule. We bring that experience to every job, whether it is a single outlet or a full panel replacement.
We show up on time, explain what we found before we start any work, and give you a clear picture of the cost before we pick up a tool. We treat your home and its wiring the way we would our own, and that standard has not changed since we opened in 2012.
Yes. Permit and inspection coordination is part of the job on work that requires it, including panel upgrades, service changes, and new wiring. All work is completed to current code requirements, and we handle the coordination with the local authority so you do not have to manage that process yourself.
We stand behind the work we do. If something we installed or repaired is not performing the way it should, call us and we will come back to make it right. We take pride in the electrical work we leave behind, and that is not just a phrase.
We walk you through the scope before we start, check in if anything changes mid-job, and review the completed work with you before we leave. If a job runs longer than expected or uncovers something that affects the cost, we stop and have that conversation before continuing.
When you need an electrician in Post Falls or anywhere across Kootenai County, Soffron Electrical is ready to help. Same-day service is available for urgent repairs, and we are reachable when electrical problems do not wait for business hours. Whether you need a quick fix, a panel upgrade, an EV charger installed, or a full rewire scoped and scheduled, call (986) 946-5326 for a quote or to set up a service appointment.
Not the biggest crew in town. Just the most reliable. Always on time.
We handle the full range of residential and commercial electrical work in Post Falls and across Kootenai County, from a tripped breaker to a whole-home rewire. The table below lays out what each service covers, who it is best suited for, and one practical thing worth knowing before you call. Same-day service is available, and you will always know what a job costs before we start.
| Type of Work | What's Included | When You Need It | Worth Knowing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Safety Inspections | Pre-purchase home inspectionsPanel and wiring assessmentsSafety checks for older homesProperty manager inspections | Homebuyers, landlords, and owners of older properties who want to know what the wiring looks like before something goes wrong | A pre-purchase inspection can surface wiring problems that a standard walkthrough will not catch. We give you a clear picture before you commit. |
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting | Dead outlets and switchesFlickering or dimming lightsGFCI and AFCI faultsWiring and circuit faults | Any homeowner or business with an electrical problem that needs a proper diagnosis | Chasing the wrong cause wastes time and money. We find the actual fault before we touch anything. |
| Garage & Block-Heater Circuits | Dedicated garage circuitsBlock-heater outlet installationGFCI-protected exterior outlets240-volt garage sub-feeds | Post Falls homeowners who need reliable power in an attached or detached garage through winter | Block-heater outlets see heavy use in northern Idaho winters. We install dedicated circuits so the load does not share with lighting or other garage circuits. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | New fan wiring and mountingFixture-to-fan conversionsOutdoor-rated fan installationSwitch and control wiring | Homeowners adding a fan to a room that has never had one, or replacing an old fixture | Adding a fan where there was no previous fixture usually requires a new circuit or a box-and-wiring upgrade. We check before we start. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits | 240-volt circuit installationDryer and range circuitsRefrigerator and freezer circuitsLoad calculations before install | Homeowners adding a new appliance or replacing one that keeps tripping a shared circuit | Every dedicated circuit job starts with a load calculation. If the panel cannot carry the addition, we talk through an upgrade first. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair | Tripping breaker diagnosisBreaker replacementFuse panel assessmentArc-fault and ground-fault trips | Homes or businesses with breakers that trip repeatedly or a panel that keeps causing problems | A breaker that trips repeatedly is telling you something. We trace the cause, not just the symptom. |
| Lighting Installation | Recessed and LED lightingUnder-cabinet and accent lightingExterior and security lightingFixture replacement and retrofits | Homeowners, landlords, and businesses updating lighting or adding it to new spaces | LED retrofits reduce energy draw on circuits that may already be near capacity, which matters in older homes. |
| Electrical Panel Upgrades | 200-amp service upgradesMain panel replacementSubpanel installationService-entrance and meter upgrades | Homes with undersized or aging panels that cannot safely carry a modern electrical load | Adding an EV charger, a home office, or an electric heating load often pushes an older panel past its limits. A service upgrade solves it at the source. |
| Wiring & Rewiring | Whole-home rewiringKnob-and-tube remediationAluminum branch circuit assessmentCode-compliant wiring throughout | Older homes with outdated wiring that is no longer safe or adequate for modern electrical loads | Knob-and-tube and aluminum branch wiring are common in Post Falls area homes. We assess what remediation looks like and walk you through the options before any work begins. |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection | Panel-level surge device installationProtection for appliances and electronicsStorm and utility spike defenseWhole-home coverage in one install | Homeowners with sensitive electronics or anyone in a region with active winter storm seasons | Northern Idaho's winter storm season makes surge protection a practical investment. One panel-level device protects every circuit in the home. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation | GFCI and AFCI outletsUSB and smart outletsDimmer and smart switchesStandard receptacle replacement | Homeowners upgrading older outlets or adding new ones in kitchens, baths, and outdoor areas | GFCI protection is required by code in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor locations. We make sure every install meets current standards. |
| Heat Tape Installation | Dedicated circuit for heat tapeOutdoor-rated GFCI outletExterior wiring installationCrawl space and wall runs | Homeowners with exposed pipes in crawl spaces or along exterior walls in freeze-thaw conditions | Heat tape requires a dedicated, properly wired circuit with GFCI protection. An extension cord to a standard outlet is not a safe substitute. |
| Backup Generator Installation | Generator wiring and hookupTransfer switch installationLoad sizing before installPanel connection and testing | Post Falls homeowners and businesses preparing for multi-day winter power outages | We size the load before we start so the system is matched to what you actually need running, not just what fits in a brochure. |
| Well-Pump Circuits | Dedicated pump circuit installation240-volt well-pump wiringDisconnect and protection devicesPanel capacity check before install | Rural and semi-rural properties with well water that need reliable, code-compliant pump wiring | A well pump needs its own dedicated circuit sized to the motor load. We handle the wiring from the panel to the pump disconnect. |
How do I know if my breaker panel needs an upgrade?
A few signs point clearly to a panel that has reached its limits. If breakers trip regularly under normal loads, if you are adding an EV charger or major appliance and the panel has no room, if the panel is a 100-amp or smaller service, or if you have a panel brand known for reliability issues, those are all reasons to have us take a look. We assess the load and give you a straight answer on whether an upgrade makes sense.
What causes breakers to trip over and over?
Repeated tripping usually means one of three things: the circuit is overloaded and drawing more current than it is rated for, there is an arc-fault or wiring fault that is triggering a safety trip, or the breaker itself has worn out and is tripping at a lower threshold than it should. We diagnose which one it is before we recommend any fix.
Is the electrical work permitted and inspected?
Work that requires a permit is pulled and inspected to code. We handle the permit process and schedule the inspection so you do not have to coordinate it yourself. Code-compliant work protects your home, your insurance coverage, and the value of the property.
Same-Day Service Available
When something goes wrong with your wiring and you cannot wait, we make same-day scheduling available for urgent calls. Reach us at (986) 946-5326 and we will get someone out as quickly as possible.
Is the wiring safe in an older Post Falls home?
It depends on what is there. Homes with knob-and-tube or aluminum branch wiring can present real safety concerns, especially under modern electrical loads. We inspect what is in place, explain what we find in plain terms, and walk you through what remediation or rewiring would involve. We work on older homes regularly and know what to look for.
What do flickering or dimming lights usually mean?
Occasional flicker when a large appliance kicks on can be normal if the circuit is shared. Persistent flickering, dimming that happens without a clear cause, or lights that flicker in multiple rooms at once can point to a loose connection, a wiring fault, or a panel issue. Those are worth a proper diagnosis rather than waiting to see if it gets worse.
How much does an EV charger installation typically involve?
A Level 2 EV charger needs a dedicated 240-volt circuit, a breaker sized to the charger, and enough panel capacity to add the load. We check panel capacity before we start so there are no surprises mid-job. If the panel needs an upgrade to handle the addition, we walk you through that before any work begins. The install itself is usually straightforward once the panel situation is confirmed.
Transparent Pricing on Every Job
We give you a clear estimate before we start and do not add fees that were not discussed upfront. Transparent pricing with no hidden fees on any wiring job means you know the number before we pick up a tool.
Can I be away from home while the work is being done?
For most jobs, yes, as long as we have access to the panel and the work area. We will let you know before the visit if your presence is needed for any part of the job, such as a walkthrough at the start or a review at the end. For larger jobs like a panel upgrade or rewire, it is usually helpful to have someone available to answer questions as we go.
What is the risk of a warm or buzzing outlet?
A warm outlet or one that buzzes under load is a sign of a loose connection, an overloaded circuit, or wiring that is failing at that point. Either condition can lead to arcing, which is a fire risk. We treat a warm or buzzing outlet as something to diagnose right away rather than monitor over time.
Work Performed by Licensed Electricians
Every job, residential or commercial, is handled by licensed electricians. We take pride in the electrical work we leave behind, and that standard applies to every visit regardless of the size of the job.
How do I know if my home needs a full rewire?
A full rewire is usually the right answer when the existing wiring is knob-and-tube throughout, when aluminum branch circuits are widespread and not properly terminated, or when a home has had repeated electrical problems that point to wiring rather than individual fixtures or devices. We assess what is there and tell you whether targeted repairs or a full rewire makes more sense for the property.
How long does a panel upgrade take?
Most panel upgrades are completed in a single day. A straightforward main panel replacement with a service upgrade typically runs four to eight hours depending on the size of the service and the condition of the existing wiring. We will give you a realistic time estimate before we start so you can plan around the work.
Is my home ready for the electrical load I want to add?
That depends on what the panel is currently carrying and what you are adding. A single dedicated circuit for a new appliance is usually straightforward. Adding an EV charger, a hot tub, or a significant new load to an older 100-amp service is a different calculation. We do a load assessment before any major addition so you know whether the panel can handle it or whether an upgrade needs to come first.
If you are not sure what your home or business needs, call (986) 946-5326 and we will talk through it with you directly.
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