Quick answer
Confirm both licenses before you hire. For panel work, ask for a load calculation first, because you may not need a full service upgrade. If you see smoke or smell burning, shut off the breaker if it is safe to do so and call 911 for any sign of fire.
Companies to compare:Amped Electric, Bright Services, Central Oregon Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical, Gold Electric, Manzanita Electric, Roth Home, WOW Electric (Wire On Wheels).
Bend electricians to compare
These contractors do residential work in Bend. They are listed alphabetically. For commercial design-build projects, also look at Elite Electric.
Company details were reviewed in October and November 2026. License numbers are shown as the company publishes them or as they appeared in state records at that time. Services, staff and license status change, so confirm what matters directly and in writing.
Amped Electric
Based in: Redmond; serves Central Oregon
License: CCB 248874; electrical C1936
Phone: 541-610-1010
Services advertised: Home panels, EV chargers, lighting, surge protection, rewiring and repairs
Potential fit: Homeowners who prefer a residential-only shop.
Ask about: Travel charges to your part of Bend, and first-available dates for non-emergency work.
Bright Services
Based in: Bend (34 SE Bridgeford Blvd)
License: CCB 237330; electrical C1639
Phone: 541-363-5150
Services advertised: New construction, service calls, panels, generators, home-buyer electrical inspections and low voltage
Potential fit: Buyers or sellers who want a closer electrical inspection after a home inspection flags something.
Ask about: What the electrical inspection covers, and whether a written report comes with it.
Central Oregon Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical
Based in: Bend, Redmond and Madras
License: CCB 93654; electrical C1614
Phone: 541-227-6258
Services advertised: Panels, wiring, lighting, hot tub wiring, detectors and generators, alongside HVAC and plumbing
Potential fit: A heat pump job where the new circuit and the equipment can sit on one contract.
Ask about: Whether a licensed electrician or a helper will be on site, and how the emergency rate works.
Gold Electric
Based in: Bend
License: CCB 226489; electrical C1513
Phone: 541-633-9100
Services advertised: Panels, EV chargers, Generac and other standby generators, battery backup, surge protection and rewires
Potential fit: Standby generator projects, or homeowners who want Saturday hours and free estimates. It says most service calls run $125 to $200 for the first hour and $95 to $150 an hour after that.
Ask about: Generator sizing, gas supply and the pad, plus the permit timeline.
Manzanita Electric
Based in: Bend
License: CCB 259617; electrical C2160
Phone: 541-410-0444
Services advertised: Panels and subpanels, SPAN smart panels, EV chargers, hot tubs, generators and 24-hour emergency calls
Potential fit: People who want a starting price up front. It posts a $129 trip charge and starting prices for many common jobs.
Ask about: What would push your job above the posted starting price, such as distance from the panel or trenching.
Roth Home
Based in: Bend (1444 NW College Way)
License: CCB 14008; electrical C535
Phone: 541-215-8457
Services advertised: Repairs, panel upgrades, outlets, safety inspections and generators, alongside other home trades
Potential fit: Homeowners who want a large regional company with around-the-clock availability.
Ask about: The diagnostic fee and whether any membership is required for the quoted price.
WOW Electric (Wire On Wheels)
Based in: Bend
License: CCB 248100; electrical C1882
Phone: 541-316-9535
Services advertised: Residential service, panel swaps, surge protection, generators, ductless heating and cooling and commercial lighting
Potential fit: A smaller family shop that handles both the wiring and a ductless system.
Ask about: How it schedules around other jobs, and whether a single warranty covers the electrical and ductless work.
The two licenses to verify
Oregon’s Building Codes Division says electrical contractors need both a Construction Contractors Board license and a BCD electrical contractor license. A CCB number by itself doesn’t show that a business can do electrical work.
A homeowner can generally do electrical work on their own home if it isn’t intended for sale or rent, with a permit and inspections. Rentals and homes being prepared for sale should go to a licensed electrical contractor. Check with the City of Bend’s Building Safety Division before starting anything yourself.
Panel upgrades on Bend homes
Many older Bend homes still have 100- or 125-amp service. An EV charger, a heat pump with electric backup and a hot tub can together push past that, but one of them alone may not.
- Ask for a load calculation before you agree to a bigger service.
- Ask whether a smart panel or load-management device could avoid a full upgrade.
- If the service does change, expect a permit, a new meter base and a visit from your utility.
- Tell the electrician who sends your bill, Pacific Power or Central Electric Cooperative, since their disconnect and metering rules differ.
Posted prices in Bend
These are starting prices from Manzanita Electric when we reviewed its site in October 2026. They are not quotes.
- Trip charge: $129
- Light fixture: from $225
- Interior outlet: from $250; exterior: from $350
- Dedicated circuit: from $800
- EV charger install, charger not included: from $1,200
- Subpanel: from $1,700
- Generator inlet or interlock: from $2,500
- Hot tub wiring: from $2,500
- 200-amp panel upgrade: from $4,500
To speed up an estimate, send photos of the open panel with its label, the main breaker size, the equipment model and how far the new equipment will be from the panel.
Outages, generators and EV chargers
Pacific Power can shut off power ahead of high fire risk in a Public Safety Power Shutoff, and winter storms cause outages too. Before buying a portable generator, have an electrician install an inlet with an interlock or transfer switch so it can’t back-feed the grid. Never run a generator through a dryer outlet.
If you’re installing an EV charger outdoors, ask about a unit rated for snow and spray, and keep the cable away from where snow gets plowed. The federal charger credit ended for equipment placed in service after June 30, 2026, though Pacific Power listed an income-qualified rebate in 2026.
How to get comparable quotes
Send every electrician the same description and ask each quote to spell out:
- Both license numbers and the legal business name
- Load calculation result, for any added load
- Panel brand, amperage and number of spaces
- Wire route and any wall repair or trenching
- Permit, inspections and utility coordination
- Any drywall or paint patching you will need to arrange
- Warranty on labor and equipment
- Whether the price is flat or time and materials
Our contractor bid comparison checklist gives you a simple way to line those details up side by side.
Red flags
- Only one license number offered, or none
- A panel upgrade recommended without a load calculation
- No mention of a permit on panel, charger or hot tub work
- Cash-only pricing with no written scope
- A suggestion to connect a generator through a dryer outlet
- Old aluminum wiring or a burned panel dismissed without explanation
Common questions
What licenses should a Bend electrician have?
A contractor should have an Oregon CCB license for the business and a Building Codes Division electrical contractor license. Check both records and confirm the name matches your contract.
How much does an electrician cost in Bend?
Manzanita Electric posts a $129 trip charge, and Gold Electric says most service calls run $125 to $200 for the first hour. Larger jobs are usually quoted as a project, so ask for a written price.
How much is a panel upgrade in Bend?
Manzanita Electric posts 200-amp panel upgrades from $4,500. Your price depends on the meter base, wiring, panel location, permits and utility coordination. Ask for a load calculation first.
Do I need a permit for an EV charger in Bend?
Yes. A new circuit for a charger is electrical work that calls for a permit and inspection. Licensed contractors normally handle this, so make sure it is in your quote.
Which Bend electricians offer emergency service?
Manzanita Electric, Gold Electric, Central Oregon Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical and Roth Home advertise 24-hour or 24/7 emergency service. Ask about after-hours rates when you call.
Official sources & further research
For rules, licensing and local programs, use the current primary source before making a decision.