The Hilo-based electrical company is booking residential and commercial repairs, panel upgrades, and 24-hour emergency service across the Big Island.
Hilo, HI (PRUnderground) September 11th, 2026
Eastside Electrical Services, a locally owned electrical company based in Hilo, is now accepting new residential and commercial service contracts across the Big Island as demand rises heading into the fall and winter storm season. Property owners in Hilo, Puna, Kau, and surrounding communities can schedule electrical repairs, electrical panel upgrades, home rewiring, and 24-hour emergency electrical service ahead of the wetter, windier months ahead.
Big Island electrical systems face conditions that mainland properties rarely deal with. High humidity accelerates corrosion, salt air affects coastal wiring, volcanic emissions can wear down outdoor equipment, and tropical storms bring power reliability concerns that put homes and businesses at risk. Eastside Electrical Services addresses these challenges with materials and techniques chosen specifically for Hawaii's environment, from corrosion-resistant components to proper grounding in volcanic soil.
The company's electrical repair and troubleshooting services handle common island problems such as flickering lights, tripping breakers, faulty wiring, and failing outlets, using diagnostic equipment to find the root cause rather than treat symptoms. For older properties, home rewiring brings outdated systems up to current safety codes, replacing aluminum wiring, two-prong outlets, and obsolete panels that can become fire hazards over time.
Electrical panel upgrades remain one of the company's most requested services. Many Big Island homes were built with panels that can no longer safely handle modern power demands from air conditioning, EV charging, and solar systems. Signs a panel needs attention include frequent breaker trips, lights that dim when appliances start, and fuse boxes or panels more than 25 years old. Eastside Electrical Services sizes and installs new panels to Hawaii electrical codes, coordinating with HELCO for power disconnection and reconnection to keep disruption to a minimum.
Beyond repairs and upgrades, the company offers outlet and switch work, ceiling fan installation, indoor and outdoor lighting, EV charging stations, generator backup systems, and solar power system integration. Generator backup has become increasingly popular as residents look to keep essential appliances, medical equipment, and security systems running through the extended outages that Hawaii's weather can cause.
Every project begins with an on-site assessment and a clear estimate before any work starts, with no hidden fees. The company follows safety checks and quality verification on completed work and provides documentation along with guidance on maintaining electrical systems in island conditions. Free estimates and safety inspections are available.
Eastside Electrical Services provides round-the-clock emergency electrical service for urgent situations such as power outages, sparking outlets, panel failures, and storm damage, with technicians available nights, weekends, and holidays. The company serves Hilo, Puna, Kau, Keaau, Pahoa, Mountain View, Volcano, and surrounding Hawaii County communities.
Property owners interested in reserving a fall service contract can reach Eastside Electrical Services by phone or text at 808-731-2008.
About Eastside Electrical Services
Eastside Electrical Services is a locally owned and operated electrical company based in Hilo, Hawaii, serving property owners throughout the Big Island. The company provides electrical repairs, troubleshooting, electrical upgrades, panel upgrades, outlets and switches, ceiling fans, lighting installation, EV charging stations, home rewiring, generator backup, solar power systems, and 24-hour emergency electrical service, all delivered with transparent pricing and a safety-first approach.