Licensed Residential Electricians
Panel upgrades, EV charging, and expert rewiring for Seattle homes.
From modern electrical upgrades to knob-and-tube replacement in older houses, Benchmark provides clear scopes, careful workmanship, and one accountable team from assessment through inspection.
Benchmark Home Services is a licensed electrical contractor serving the Seattle area, West Seattle, Des Moines, Burien, Normandy Park, Federal Way, Kent, SeaTac, Renton, South Seattle, and nearby communities. We focus on practical residential electrician services for real home problems.
Plan a scheduled assessment for your home, purchase, or upcoming sale. We explain the existing system, the proposed scope, and the next step before work begins. Monday–Saturday, 9 AM–5 PM.
Call (206) 717-5076 for a free project estimate. Diagnostic and assessment work may carry a fee; we explain that before scheduling.
Not sure what your home needs? Take the 90-second Home Power Readiness Quiz to check warning signs, panel capacity concerns, older-home issues, and EV charger readiness.
A clear plan before the work starts
Understand what is included, which decisions need an on-site assessment, and how permits, access, and inspections fit your project.
- ✓ Troubleshooting, repairs, panels, rewiring, lighting, and EV chargers
- ✓ Older-home wiring, service upgrades, appliance circuits, and safety corrections
- ✓ Licensed electrician · WA #BENCHHS818NT
- ✓ Residential-focused electrical service in Washington state
What are you planning for your home?
Choose your project to see the decisions, scope, and next steps involved.
Old-Home & Knob-and-Tube Rewiring
Identify active older wiring, plan replacement around existing finishes, and define access and patching responsibilities.
Plan older-home rewiring →Panel & Service Upgrades
Find out whether you need a panel replacement, additional service capacity, or both before committing to new electrical loads.
Compare panel and service options →Home EV Charging
Choose a charging circuit around your daily driving, available capacity, parking location, and a carefully planned cable route.
Plan your EV charger installation →Whole-Home & Remodel Rewiring
Coordinate circuits, routing, and inspection stages with your remodel so electrical work is planned before walls close.
Explore whole-home rewiring →See What Homeowners Are Saying
Real reviews from homeowners who hired Benchmark for electrical repairs, upgrades, rewiring, troubleshooting, and residential service work.
An older Burien home: finding the cause first
In his published review, homeowner Shane described two basement lighting circuits that stopped working while outlets still worked. Benchmark traced the problem to a detached neutral in attic wiring and explained the repair. Our reply identifies the home as being in Burien.
This was a troubleshooting repair, not a whole-home rewire. It illustrates why an older-home assessment should establish the cause before defining a larger project.
We work on homes of different ages and electrical needs, from older wiring and outdated panels to modern electrical upgrades for new appliances, home offices, lighting, electric vehicles, and power distribution improvements. For older homes, we can also help with knob and tube replacement in Seattle and house rewiring in Seattle.
Getting three quotes or multiple bids for a house rewire? Make Benchmark one of them. A professional electrician can help you compare what is included, what code corrections may be needed, and whether electrical panel installation or service work should be part of the plan.
- Practical help for real homeowner electrical problems
- Strong fit for older homes, remodels, and modern power upgrades
- Clean, code-focused work from experienced electricians without unnecessary upsells

Why older homes require different expertise
A newer panel does not tell the whole story. Older homes can contain active knob-and-tube wiring, later additions, ungrounded circuits, and concealed connections from earlier remodels.
We assess what is there before recommending replacement. Access through plaster and lath, attic insulation, and the boundary between electrical work and patching all belong in the scope.
Meet Ed: experience behind your project
Edward Hlavacek is Benchmark’s owner and president, a master electrician with more than 30 years of electrical experience. He leads a locally owned residential electrical company established in 2019.
Your request starts a conversation about the home, your priorities, and the work you are considering. We explain the proposed scope, exclusions, access needs, and inspection steps, and discuss changes if hidden conditions affect the plan.

Owner-led residential electrical service for Seattle and South King County.
Licensed Electrician in Washington for Safer Homes

We focus on clean, dependable electrical solutions built around safety, function, and long-term confidence.

Our work is centered on the electrical needs homeowners actually have, from repairs to full upgrades.

We regularly work with older wiring, outdated panels, grounding issues, and homes that need thoughtful updates.

Reach out for clear guidance, honest recommendations, and practical next steps for your electrical project.
Seattle Region Service Areas
Benchmark Home Services provides residential electrical services for homeowners in Seattle, West Seattle, Des Moines, Burien, Normandy Park, Federal Way, Kent, SeaTac, Renton, and nearby communities.
For city-specific information, choose the service area closest to your home. We also receive calls from homeowners comparing options around the broader Seattle region, including Bellevue, Kirkland, and Everett, and we can let you know whether your project is in our current service range.

Seattle
Planning work on an older Seattle home? Start with wiring condition, panel capacity, and a clear scope before adding new electrical loads.
Seattle electrician services
West Seattle
Adding an EV charger or updating your kitchen? Explore panel replacement, service upgrades, and circuits planned around your West Seattle project.
West Seattle electrician services
Des Moines
A tripping breaker or a room without power needs a diagnosis. Find repair and troubleshooting help for your Des Moines home.
Des Moines electrician services
Burien
Remodeling can uncover wiring that needs attention. See how Benchmark approaches Burien rewiring, panel work, and electrical repairs.
Burien electrician services
Normandy Park
Keep the character of your home while improving its electrical system. Explore wiring evaluation, lighting, and planned upgrades in Normandy Park.
Normandy Park electrician services
Federal Way
Make room for everyday electrical demands—from a new appliance to home EV charging—with circuit and panel planning in Federal Way.
Federal Way electrician services
Kent
Before replacing a troublesome outlet or adding a circuit, understand the cause and available capacity. Explore residential electrical help in Kent.
Kent electrician services
SeaTac
Have a list of electrical fixes? Start with the problems you notice, then plan repairs and improvements for your SeaTac home.
SeaTac electrician services
Renton
From a single repair to a larger home project, get a clear explanation of the work, the scope, and the next steps for your Renton property.
Renton electrician servicesRead what local homeowners are saying in our real customer reviews.
Buying, selling, or planning your next upgrade?
Electrical issues flagged in your home inspection report? Benchmark can assess the existing system, explain what needs attention, and provide a clear plan for repair or replacement.
Send your inspection report for review, or tell us about your panel, EV charging, or rewiring project. Include your city and any inspection or closing deadline. Scheduling is confirmed after we review your request.