Cowlitz County Electrician
Your Local Electrician
in Cowlitz County, WA
Newman Electric has been working in Cowlitz County for years. Longview, Kelso, Woodland, Kalama, and the communities in between. If you need electrical work done right, we're the crew to call.
Ryan and the team treat every Cowlitz County job the same way. Show up on time, do it right, clean up, and leave you with something that works and passes inspection.
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Newman Electric is a locally owned, family-run electrician serving Cowlitz County, WA: Longview, Kelso, Woodland, Kalama, Castle Rock, and every community in between, with no trip charge. 1920s-50s Historic Longview homes needing full rewires, mid-century panels needing upgrades, EV chargers in newer subdivisions, and standby generators for Pacific storm exposure. Permits filed with L&I Kelso (360-575-6900). Free estimates and 24/7 emergency response.
4.9 on Google (115 reviews) A+ BBB Licensed & insured in WA (NEWMAEL798DR)
“They were prompt, thorough, thoughtful & professional. They made a special trip back to install some extra screws. Anthony & Michael did an excellent job putting in 2 new electrical panels. Thank you”
- No trip charge
- Cowlitz County
- Longview to Kalama
- Full coverage
- L&I Kelso
- Permits filed
- 24/7
- Emergency response
Cowlitz County Cities
Four Cities,
Full Service
Newman Electric has a dedicated page for each Cowlitz County city we serve. Find your city below for local details, permit information, and the services most common in your area.
Longview
Largest cityCowlitz County's largest city. Planned in the 1920s with historic housing stock near Lake Sacajawea and newer development east of town. Panel upgrades and rewiring are the top requests for older homes. Newer areas want EV chargers and generators.
View Longview page →Kelso
County seatThe county seat and twin city to Longview. Older homes downtown and in West Kelso from the timber era. The L&I permit office is located right here in Kelso, which means faster inspection scheduling.
View Kelso page →Woodland
I-5 corridorSmall I-5 city on the Lewis River. Older downtown homes mix with newer development east of the freeway. Properties along the Lewis River need generators for power outages.
View Woodland page →Kalama
Port townSmall river town with the Port of Kalama industrial area nearby. Residential work ranges from older homes near the river to newer hillside development. Generator installation leads the request list.
View Kalama page →More Cowlitz County Communities
Newman Electric also serves the smaller communities throughout Cowlitz County. If you don't see your town above, we still serve your area.
Rewiring
Rewiring & Knob and Tube Replacement in Cowlitz County, WA
Cowlitz County has some of the oldest housing we work in. Longview was built as a planned city in the 1920s, and downtown Kelso and West Kelso go back even further. Knob and tube, cloth-insulated wiring and two-prong outlets are common, and some insurers won't write a policy until they're gone. We rewire in stages when that suits the budget. Local detail: knob and tube replacement in Longview.
"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."
Panel Upgrades
Electrical Panel Upgrade in Cowlitz County, WA
Fuse panels and 60-amp services in the older Longview and Kelso homes, 100-amp ranches from the 1960s and 70s, and tired overhead masts and meter bases on both. Cowlitz County permits go through Washington L&I's office in Kelso, and service work is coordinated with Cowlitz PUD. We handle both and add the outdoor emergency disconnect the 2023 NEC requires on a new service.
Recent job in Kalama
Panel Swap Plus Dedicated Sump Pump Circuits in Kalama, WA
"These guys are top notch. I gave them a call when every other electrical contractor told me they were weeks out, Ryan and the guys came out and upgraded my panel the next day. I highly recommend Newman Electric they are setting the new standard for electrical companies in our area!"
EV Chargers
EV Charger Installation in Cowlitz County, WA
In the older parts of Longview and Kelso, a Level 2 charger usually starts with a load calculation and sometimes a panel upgrade. Out toward Kalama and Woodland, chargers tend to go outside or in a detached garage. One Kalama install put a Tesla Wall Connector on a pergola post at a solar-equipped home. See EV charger installation in Kalama.
Recent job in Kalama
Outdoor Tesla Wall Connector on a Pergola Post in Kalama, WA
"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."
Wells, Septic & Pumps
Well, Septic & Pump Wiring in Cowlitz County, WA
Rural Cowlitz County runs on wells, septic systems and sump pumps, and each belongs on its own circuit with wiring that holds up underground and in wet risers. We wire new septic systems, pump and float controls, and dedicated pump circuits, and troubleshoot pumps that stop running.
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 Cowlitz County, WA
Winter storms take out power across Cowlitz County, and properties along the Lewis River and in the hills around Kalama and Woodland wait the longest. A portable generator with an inlet and a panel interlock keeps the essentials running. A standby generator with an automatic transfer switch does it on its own and carries a well pump. We permit and wire either through L&I.
"We decided to bite the bullet and get a whole-home generator. Ryan came out as scheduled and we went for it. James did the installation, and was terrific: he worked fast, clean, and efficiently."
Repair & Troubleshooting
Electrical Repair & Troubleshooting in Cowlitz County, 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. We group Cowlitz County work onto set days, so routine calls go on the next one. A burning smell, a hot outlet or a breaker that won't stay reset gets a same-day response.
"PNW did a fantastic job installing a breaker bypass to enable industrial equipment to be running in our home during flood restoration. In and out quickly, genuine, nice, and easy to work with."
Commercial
Commercial Electrician in Cowlitz County, WA
30+ commercial jobs completed in Cowlitz County
Close to half of our Cowlitz County work is commercial: tenant improvements in Longview's Commerce Avenue district and along Pacific Avenue in Kelso, businesses on the I-5 corridor in Woodland, and properties near the Port of Kalama. Commercial permits go through L&I in Kelso.
"Newman Electric is top notch. We use them for our personal projects and have used them for 10+ remodeling projects for our business and they have always showed up on time and been honest with pricing. Ryan and his crew are professional and friendly! I highly recommend."
Real Projects
Recent Projects in Cowlitz County
5 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.
100-Amp Sub Panel Trenched Out to a Backyard Shed in Woodland, WA
We got real power out to a backyard shed on a rural Woodland property. We trenched an underground feeder from the house, put a 100-amp subpanel with surge protection inside the shed, and added a 20-amp circuit on the outside of the garage.
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 Our Customers Say
4.9 rating · 115 Google reviews
"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"
Central Point
Generator installation
"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!"
Verified Customer
Outlet & surge protector
"Newman Electric put us first! We had an emergency and they fit us in and did an excellent job! on time, professional, great office staff. Thank you!"
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Permits & Code
Electrical Permits
in Cowlitz County
One Permit Office for All of Cowlitz County
Unlike Clark County (which has two systems), all of Cowlitz County goes through one office. Washington State L&I handles every Cowlitz County electrical permit from their Kelso office at 711 Vine Street.
Newman Electric files all permits and schedules all inspections for every Cowlitz County job. Longview, Kelso, Woodland, Kalama, Castle Rock, unincorporated areas. You don't need to call L&I or visit the office. We handle the entire process.
2023 NEC in Effect
Washington adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code in April 2024. Panel upgrades require outdoor emergency disconnects (NEC 230.85). Modified circuits in living spaces need AFCI protection. Every Newman Electric project meets current code.
Cowlitz County L&I (Kelso): 360-575-6900 · License: NEWMAEL798DR · BBB: A+ Rated
FAQ
Questions About Electrical
Work in Cowlitz County
Do you really serve all of Cowlitz County?
Yes. Longview, Kelso, Woodland, Kalama, Castle Rock, Toutle, and the rural areas in between.
How much does an electrician cost?
A service call is $225 for the first hour, which covers diagnosis and the repair done in that hour. Panel upgrades: $2,000-$4,000. Generators vary by size. Free estimates throughout Cowlitz County.
What EV charger brands do you install?
All of them. Tesla Wall Connector, ChargePoint Home Flex, Grizzl-E, Emporia, JuiceBox, and NEMA 14-50 outlets for portable chargers. If it plugs into 240 volts, we install it.
Do you also serve Clark County?
Yes. Our office is in Vancouver and we serve both Clark County and Cowlitz County with the same team.
Is emergency service available in Cowlitz County?
Yes. Call 360-828-7143 anytime. We respond to Cowlitz County emergencies 24/7.
Are estimates free?
Every estimate is free throughout Cowlitz County. Schedule one here or call 360-828-7143.
Two Counties
Full Coverage Area
Newman Electric serves all of Cowlitz County and Clark County. One team, two counties, full service.
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Free estimates throughout Cowlitz County. Licensed, insured, and available 24/7 for emergencies. Panel upgrades, EV chargers, troubleshooting, and more.
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