Howard Electrical Services Inc

Howard Electrical Services Inc has served the Jacksonville area since 2007, working in Duval, Saint Johns, and Clay counties. The company holds state license number EC13007481 and maintains a 4.8 rating from 37 Google reviews.

The business handles room additions, remodels, new construction, recessed lighting, safety inspections, LED lighting, generators, and power protection. They are Generac certified technicians. Open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM; closed weekends.

Florida's Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board regulates electrical contractors in the state. Contractors working in Florida must hold a license issued by the Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR). The main license type for general electrical work is EC (Electrical Contractor), which covers the installation, repair, alteration, and design of electrical wiring, fixtures, appliances, apparatus, raceways, conduit, and all electrical installations and systems, including alarm systems.

Before hiring an electrician, verify their license through the DBPR's online license search at myfloridalicense.com. You can search by the contractor's name or license number. This confirms the license is current and active. Jacksonville's Building Inspection Division enforces the Florida Building Code 8th Edition (2023), and most electrical work requires a permit. The city's permitting is now handled online through JaxEPICS.coj.net, and you can contact the Building Inspection Division at 904-255-8500 or BIDDocuments@coj.net with questions about permit requirements for your project.

When requesting a quote or discussing your project, ask the electrician about their license type and number, and confirm they carry insurance. Verify whether a permit is required for your specific work—many upgrades and additions do require one, and the contractor should explain this process.