Newman Electric · Kalama, WA
Electrician in Kalama, WA
With No Trip Charge
Kalama is a small river town, and that's part of what people love about it. Newman Electric has been handling electrical work here for residential customers and for the businesses near the port.
We serve Kalama regularly, and there's no trip charge.
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Need an electrician in Kalama, WA?
Newman Electric is a locally owned, family-run electrician serving Kalama, WA, for residential, commercial, and emergency electrical work. Older homes near downtown are often still on 100-amp service, newer subdivisions are adding Level 2 EV chargers, port-area businesses need tenant improvements and small-commercial buildouts, and river and waterfront properties are prone to outages. Permits filed with L&I Kelso. No trip charge in Cowlitz County. Free estimates.
4.9 on Google (115 reviews) A+ BBB Licensed & insured in WA (NEWMAEL798DR)
“The install of my level 2 EV charger was seamless. The job was scoped, scheduled and completed within 1 week of my initial call to Newman. The electrician doing the installation was courteous and efficiently completed his work within his estimated time frame. He left the job site clean and the charger ready to go.”
- Since 2020
- Serving Kalama
- No trip charge
- Cowlitz County
- Port + residential
- Mix of work
- 24/7
- Emergency response
River Town, Real Electrical Needs
Electrical Work
in Kalama
Kalama's population is small, but the electrical work is varied. You've got older homes near the river, newer development on the hillside, and the Port of Kalama industrial area that employs a good chunk of the region. Ryan and the Newman Electric crew handle residential and commercial jobs throughout the area.
Kalama Homes
The older homes near the river and downtown Kalama need the usual updates. Panel upgrades from 100 to 200 amps, grounded outlets, and hardwired smoke detectors.
On the hillside and outside town, larger properties mean larger needs. Generators are the top request. When the power goes out in Kalama, it can take a while for the utility to get out there. A whole-home generator solves that problem.
Port of Kalama & Commercial
The Port of Kalama is one of the biggest employers in the area. Newman Electric handles commercial electrical for port-area businesses and properties throughout Kalama.
Three-phase power, commercial generators, security lighting, and data cabling are the most common commercial jobs in the Kalama area.
EV Chargers
EV Charger Installation in Kalama, WA
Not every Kalama home has a garage where the car parks, so chargers here sometimes go outside. On one Kalama home with solar, we added a dedicated 240-volt circuit to the existing Square D Homeline panel and mounted a Tesla Wall Connector on a pergola post, where it's covered and reachable from the driveway.
Solar homes need a quick check of how the solar backfeed breaker and the new charger circuit share the panel's bus rating. We run that calculation before quoting so the charger and the solar both pass inspection.
Recent job in Kalama
Outdoor Tesla Wall Connector on a Pergola Post in Kalama, WA
"Garret and Roman are just the very Best. They were so easy to work with and did a phenomenal job installing an outdoor EV Charging outlet at our home that doesn’t look like an afterthought. Would highly recommend this company for any of your electrical needs. Garret was great at responding to any questions. So pleased with this company."
Panel Upgrades
Electrical Panel Upgrade in Kalama, WA
The older homes near the river and downtown Kalama are where the panel work is: undersized 100-amp services, panels with every slot used, and the occasional fuse box. On one Kalama home we swapped out a full 30/60 panel and, while the panel was open and the crawl space was already being worked, added two dedicated 20-amp outlets for the sump pumps so they no longer share a circuit with anything else.
Kalama permits go through Washington L&I's Kelso office, and service work is coordinated with Cowlitz PUD. We handle both.
Recent job in Kalama
Panel Swap Plus Dedicated Sump Pump Circuits in Kalama, WA
"Great service with amazing pricing. Installed a 240v outlet 40 amp ckt next to panel my panel and added a 50ka surge protector. Permit included in job cost. Same day installation. Continue the great work!"
Septic, Well & Sump
Septic, Well & Sump Pump Wiring in Kalama, WA
Outside town, Kalama properties run on wells and septic systems, and both depend on electrical that has to survive being buried and wet. For a new-construction septic system in Kalama we ran underground feeds out to the tank risers, landed the pump and float wiring in the risers, and mounted, wired and commissioned the SunWater treatment control panel on the house.
Pumps belong on their own circuits. When a sump or well pump shares a breaker with a freezer or a space heater, a trip at the wrong time floods a crawl space or empties a pressure tank.
Recent job in Kalama
Septic Pump and Control Panel Wiring on a New Build in Kalama, WA
"Oh my gosh! I called Newman Electric about power to our bathroom outlets not working. They were in our neighborhood, North Image, and said we will be there in 15 MINUTES!! They diagnosed the problem (an outside CGFI outlet was tripped when our siding was washed) and put everything back together. We had forgotten about the outside CGFI and didn't know it was part of the bathroom wiring. They didn't charge us anything! We are so excited to share that Ryan and Anthony are the BEST! Thanks Newman Electric! You guys rock!"
Generators
Generator Installation in Kalama, WA
On the hillside and outside town, Kalama outages last longer, and a house on a well and a septic pump can't wait them out comfortably. That's where a generator earns its keep.
A standby generator with an automatic transfer switch carries the well pump, septic pump, furnace and fridge on its own. A portable generator with an inlet box and an interlock kit is the lower-cost route if someone's home to start it. We size it, handle the transfer equipment and the L&I permit, and make sure it can't backfeed the line.
"James did everything I expected and quickly with a minimum of power interruptions, which is important because my wife is on continuous supplemental oxygen and we had to use a tank for less than an hour while James completed the wiring. He hauled my 7.5K generator down to the garage and fired it up to test that all worked as needed. Thanks Newman and James."
Rewiring & Upgrades
Rewiring & Electrical Updates in Kalama, WA
Kalama's older river-town houses carry decades of additions: two-prong outlets with no ground, circuits extended room by room, and wiring that predates anything like today's kitchen. We bring them up to date in stages, starting with grounded outlets and GFCI protection in the kitchen and baths and hardwired, interconnected smoke alarms, and moving to a fuller rewire where the old wiring isn't worth saving.
"Ryan and the team were very helpful. They were punctual and got after the work quickly. I purchased an older home that needed to be updated and rewired. Ryan and Garrett worked out a schedule and were able to get all the work done in a few days time. They were open and answered all questions throughout the process. They also worked with my schedule."
Repair & Troubleshooting
Electrical Repair & Troubleshooting in Kalama, WA
A service call is $225 for the first hour, covering diagnosis and whatever repair fits inside it, with no trip charge for the drive up I-5. A pump that won't run, a breaker that won't hold, lights that dim when the well kicks on: we test until we find the cause and explain it before we fix it.
"This guy! Newman Electric I cannot even tell you how much Ryan rocks. Called him Thanksgiving Eve because my range caused my whole breaker box (from the 80's) to go out. I was pretty bummed.. what an awful feeling having 20+ people coming over the next day i was freaking out. Not only did Ryan and his co worker come over and make it work. They were also awesome about it. I do not have enough gratitude to ever thank them enough. I highly recommend Newman Electric to everyone they are great and awesome."
Commercial
Commercial Electrician in Kalama, WA
Kalama's commercial work centers on downtown businesses and properties near the Port of Kalama. We handle equipment circuits, three-phase service work, exterior and security lighting, and tenant improvements, with commercial permits through L&I.
"Newman helped me with a new chandelier install and wiring in our restaurant. Roman and Chris were on time, knowledgeable, and worked quickly and cleanly so we could get opened for our lunch shift. Highly recommend the entire team at Newman Electric for any of your projects!"
Real Projects
Recent Projects in Kalama
4 documented jobs in this area
New-Construction ADU Wired From the Plans in Kalama, WA
We wired a new ADU going up on a wooded lot outside Kalama, straight from the architect's plans. It got its own panel, circuits run through the open framing, boxes in every room, and wiring for the covered porch lights.
Septic Pump and Control Panel Wiring on a New Build in Kalama, WA
We wired a new septic system on a new build in Kalama. We ran underground power out to the tank risers, wired the pump and floats inside them, and mounted, wired and started up the SunWater control panel on the house.
Panel Swap Plus Dedicated Sump Pump Circuits in Kalama, WA
We replaced an old 30/60 panel on a Kalama home. While the panel was open, we added two dedicated 20-amp outlets for the sump pumps so the homeowner didn't need a second visit.
Outdoor Tesla Wall Connector on a Pergola Post in Kalama, WA
We put an outdoor Tesla Wall Connector on a pergola post at a Kalama home with rooftop solar. We added a dedicated 240-volt circuit in the Square D Homeline panel without touching the solar breakers.
Reviews
What Customers Say
About Newman Electric
4.9 rating · 115 Google reviews
"The Newman guys were very prompt, friendly and professional. I had them install multiple new light fixtures and they were done in no time. I would definitely hire them again!"
Michelle D.
"Newman's electric is a great electrical company, very reasonable prices, and good service. Very experienced personnel!"
Lisa Waltos
"Newman Electric is responsive, efficient and their services are priced well. They moved a dining room light for us quickly and did it less than 48 hours after we contacted them. I'll definitely be saving their number. I highly recommend."
Daniel Hunt
Permits & Code
Electrical Permits
in Kalama, WA
Kalama is in Cowlitz County. Electrical permits go through Washington State L&I via the Kelso office. Newman Electric files all permits and schedules all inspections. You don't need to handle any of the paperwork.
Washington uses the 2023 NEC (adopted April 2024). Panel upgrades require an outdoor emergency disconnect. Modified circuits need AFCI protection. We stay current on every code change so your project passes inspection.
Cowlitz County L&I (Kelso): 360-575-6900 · License: NEWMAEL798DR · BBB: A+ Rated
FAQ
Questions About Electrical
Work in Kalama
What EV charger brands do you install?
Tesla Wall Connector, ChargePoint Home Flex, Emporia, Grizzl-E, and most other Level 2 units. We handle everything from panel check to Cowlitz County permit.
How much does an electrician cost in Kalama?
A service call is $225 for the first hour, which covers diagnosis and the repair done in that hour. Panel upgrades run $2,000 to $4,000+. EV charger installations are quoted on site, since panel capacity and conduit distance set the job. Free estimates, no trip charge.
Who handles permits in Kalama?
Cowlitz County L&I in Kelso (360-575-6900). Newman Electric handles the permit filing and inspection scheduling for every job.
Can you do commercial work at the Port of Kalama?
Yes. Three-phase power, commercial generators, security lighting, tenant improvements. See all commercial services.
Do you offer emergency service in Kalama?
Yes. Call 360-828-7143 anytime. We answer 24/7 and prioritize Kalama emergency calls for same-day response.
Are estimates free?
Every estimate is free. No trip charge to Kalama. Schedule one here or call 360-828-7143.
Service Areas
Beyond Kalama
Newman Electric covers both Cowlitz and Clark Counties. Kalama, Woodland, Longview, Kelso, Vancouver, and everywhere in between.
Newman Electric
Need an Electrician
in Kalama?
EV chargers, panel upgrades, troubleshooting, generators, rewiring. Your electrician in Kalama, WA is a phone call away. Free estimates, no trip charge. Licensed, insured, and available 24/7 across Cowlitz County.
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