Highland Park, IL
Highland Park electricians near you
Searching for electricians near you in Highland Park, IL? Greco Electrical Contractors has served Highland Park homes and businesses since 1990. Based right here on Waukegan Ave, we're minutes from your door — from panel upgrades and EV chargers to standby generators and everyday repairs, we deliver clean, code-compliant work backed by upfront pricing and fast local response.
Electrical services in Highland Park
Panel upgrades & rewiring
Older Highland Park homes often outgrow their service. We upgrade panels, replace knob-and-tube and aluminum wiring, and bring everything up to code.
EV charger installation
Level 2 home charging installed cleanly, with a panel load check and guidance on every ComEd and Illinois rebate you qualify for.
Standby generators
Sales, installation, and maintenance of whole-home standby generators so your Highland Park home keeps running through every storm and outage.
Lighting & minor repair
Recessed lighting, fixtures, outlets, switches, and the small electrical repairs every North Shore home eventually needs — done right and on time.
Why Highland Park homeowners choose Greco
Three decades of local experience and a reputation built on honest work — that's why neighbors keep calling us back.
- Licensed & insured Illinois electricians
- Serving Highland Park since 1990
- Upfront, itemized quotes
- Permit and inspection handling
- Clean, code-compliant work
- Fast local response
Neighborhoods we serve
Every Highland Park neighborhood, from Ravinia to Braeside
We know the wiring quirks of Highland Park's older homes and the code expectations of the newer builds. Here's where we work the most — and what those neighborhoods typically need.
Ravinia
Century-old homes near Ravinia Festival — knob-and-tube rewires, panel upgrades, and landscape lighting are our bread and butter here.
Braeside
Mature Braeside estates often need service upgrades to 200A or 400A, generator installs, and pool/spa circuits done to code.
Sherwood Forest
Mid-century Sherwood Forest homes: kitchen and bath rewires, recessed lighting, EV charger installs on the original service.
Old Elm / Fort Sheridan side
Historic east-side properties — meticulous, low-disruption work with clean finishes for renovations near Fort Sheridan and Lake Michigan.
West Ridge & Sunset Park
Family homes west of Green Bay Rd — kitchen remodels, basement finishing circuits, EV chargers, and generator hookups.
Downtown Highland Park (60035)
Storefronts and offices along Central Ave and Second St — tenant build-outs, lighting retrofits, and code-compliance repairs.
Permits & Highland Park code
We pull the permits so you don't have to
Highland Park requires an electrical permit for most work beyond simple like-for-like fixture swaps — panel changes, service upgrades, new circuits, generator installs, EV chargers, and pool/spa wiring all trigger a permit through the City of Highland Park Building Division.
Illinois-licensed electricians
All work is performed by licensed and insured Illinois electricians familiar with the 2020 NEC as adopted by the City of Highland Park.
Permit filing & inspections
We prepare the application, submit drawings when required, and coordinate the rough and final inspections with the Highland Park Building Division at 1707 St. Johns Ave.
ComEd coordination
For service upgrades and disconnects we handle scheduling with ComEd so your meter pull and reconnect line up with inspection day — no extra days without power.
Historic & landmark homes
Working near Ravinia, Fort Sheridan, or in one of Highland Park's older districts? We take extra care with routing, finishes, and preservation-friendly methods.
Around town
Just minutes from every corner of Highland Park
Our shop is on Waukegan Ave, so we're close to the places you already know — including Ravinia Festival, Rosewood Beach, Port Clinton Square, and Highland Park Hospital. Most calls in the 60035 area are same-day or next-day.
- Ravinia Festival
- Rosewood Beach
- Port Clinton Square
- Highland Park Hospital (NorthShore)
- Highland Park Country Club
- Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve
- Sunset Woods Park
- Heller Nature Center
FAQ
Highland Park electrician questions
Answers to common questions from homeowners searching for electricians near them in Highland Park, IL.
How do I find the best electrician near me in Highland Park?
Start with a licensed, local electrician who knows Highland Park permitting and the North Shore's older homes. Greco Electrical Contractors is based on Waukegan Ave in Highland Park, has served the area since 1990, and offers upfront, itemized quotes. Call 847-432-2070 to get a free estimate.
Are there electricians near me in Highland Park?
Yes — Greco Electrical Contractors is located right on Waukegan Ave in Highland Park, so we're local and just minutes from most homes. Call 847-432-2070 and we'll come to you fast.
Do you offer same-day electrical service near me?
We prioritize urgent calls and reach most Highland Park addresses quickly. Call 847-432-2070 and we'll let you know the soonest we can be out, including 24-hour emergency service when needed.
What electrical repairs do you handle near me?
We handle the full range of residential electrical repairs near you in Highland Park: outlets and switches, recessed lighting, flickering lights, breaker trips, faulty wiring, ceiling fans, and code corrections.
Can you install EV chargers near me in Highland Park?
Yes. We install Level 2 EV chargers in Highland Park garages and driveways, perform a panel load check, and guide you through ComEd and Illinois rebates you may qualify for.
Do you install standby generators near me?
Yes. We sell, install, and maintain whole-home standby generators in Highland Park and across the North Shore, so your power stays on during storms and outages.
What should I do in an electrical emergency near me?
If you smell burning, see sparks, or lose power to essential circuits, call 847-432-2070 for 24-hour emergency electrical service. We'll walk you through immediate safety steps and dispatch a licensed electrician quickly.
How much does an electrician cost in Highland Park?
Cost depends on the job. We always give a clear, itemized quote before any work begins so there are no surprises — call 847-432-2070 to get started with a free estimate.
What areas do you serve near Highland Park?
We serve all of Highland Park and the surrounding 60035 area — including Ravinia, Braeside, and nearby neighborhoods — plus Highwood, Deerfield, Glencoe, Lake Forest, Northbrook, and Winnetka.
Are you licensed and insured electricians?
Yes. Greco Electrical Contractors is fully licensed and insured in Illinois, and we pull permits and handle inspections so your work is documented and code-compliant.
Our Service Area
We're local to Highland Park
We proudly serve Highland Park and surrounding North Shore communities within roughly 20 miles. Check the map below before requesting a quote.
Not in our service area? Please contact us to confirm before submitting a quote request — we may still be able to help.
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2687 Waukegan Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035