Electrician Billings, MT
Electrician in Billings, MT: one call to a Montana-licensed electrician
Looking for an electrician in Billings, MT? Call (815) 456-4349. Moore Power Electrical is a referral service that connects Billings homeowners and businesses with independent electricians licensed by the State of Montana.
- Montana
licensed pros - Permits pulled
when required - Billings
and nearby - Written estimate
before work
Billings. Wired right.
Local homes.
Local rules.
Licensed hands.
Who we are
Moore Power Electrical is a referral line, not a contractor
We do not do electrical work and we hold no Montana license. We are not linked to any Billings business with a similar name.
You call and describe the job. We connect you with an independent electrician licensed in Montana who works in Billings.
The electrician gives the estimate, pulls the permit, does the work and backs it. You pay the electrician, never us.
- One numberCall (815) 456-4349 with the job and the address.
- State-licensed electriciansYour job goes to an electrician licensed by the State of Montana.
- Written estimateScope and price are confirmed before work begins.
Panels
Electrical panel replacement and repair in Billings
Many Billings callers ask about panel replacement or panel repair. A panel is the metal box of breakers that feeds every circuit in the building.
Repair fits when one breaker or one connection has failed. Replacement fits when the panel is full, damaged, rusted or a brand with a poor safety record, such as Federal Pacific Stab-Lok.
Most panel work in Billings needs a City electrical permit, and the City issues most electrical permits only to licensed electricians.
Signs your panel needs attention
- Breakers that trip often or will not reset
- A warm panel cover or a burning smell
- Rust or water marks inside the box
- No free spaces for new circuits
- A Federal Pacific or Zinsco panel
Electrical services in Billings
Electrical services we connect in Billings
Not sure which one you need? Call and describe what is happening. We will match you with a licensed electrician who does that work.
RV Electrician
RV pedestals and 30 or 50 amp hookups at home.
EV Charger Installation
Level 2 chargers on a dedicated, permitted 240V circuit.
Commercial Electrician
Tenant improvements, lighting retrofits and 3-phase power.
Federal Pacific Panel Replacement
Replacing FPE Stab-Lok and other problem panels.
Emergency Electrician
Sparks, burning smells, dead circuits and storm damage.
Residential Electrician
Outlets, switches, lighting, new circuits and troubleshooting.
New Circuit Installation
Dedicated circuits for appliances, offices and additions.
Electrical Riser Repair
Mast, weatherhead and service riser repair.
License check
How to check a Billings electrician's license
The Montana State Electrical Board licenses electricians and electrical contractors. It issues Residential Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician and Electrical Contractor licenses.
The state's Licensee Lookup System shows each license and its status. The Board notes that some disciplinary actions may not appear right away.
- 1. Ask for the license numberGet the electrician's and the contractor's license numbers.
- 2. Search the state lookupUse the Licensee Lookup System at ebizws.mt.gov.
- 3. Match the license typeCommercial work needs more than a Residential Electrician license.
Permits
Electrical permits in Billings: City or State?
Who issues the permit depends on whether the property is inside Billings city limits. Many addresses near Billings sit outside them.
Inside city limits
City of Billings Building Division, City Hall, 5th floor, 316 N. 26th Street.
Phone (406) 657-8270. Open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.
The City's building FAQ lists the 2020 National Electrical Code.
Outside city limits
The City stopped issuing permits outside its limits on October 1, 2003.
Some permits come from the State of Montana Building Codes Division, (406) 841-2051.
Yellowstone County rules may also apply.
- The City says most electrical permits can only be issued to licensed electricians.
- The owner is responsible for permits but can assign that to the contractor. Confirm the permit was pulled and the inspection passed.
Weather and power
NorthWestern Energy, Montana winters and summer storms
NorthWestern Energy delivers electricity in Billings and has run upgrade projects on its Billings-area system. Report outages and downed lines to NorthWestern Energy.
Billings winters bring stretches of deep cold. Block heaters, space heaters and heat tape add load, and a loose connection heats up under that load.
Summer storms bring wind and hail. Wind can bend a service mast. Hail can crack meter covers and outdoor boxes. NorthWestern repairs its lines; an electrician repairs the mast, meter socket and panel on your side.
Seasonal checks
- Look at the mast and meter after wind or hail.
- Keep space heaters on their own outlet.
- Connect any generator through a transfer switch or interlock.
- Test GFCI outlets in garages and outdoors each spring.
Cost factors
What affects electrical costs in Billings
The electrician sets the price and gives it in writing. We do not quote prices.
These factors move the cost of most Billings jobs:
- Panel conditionAn old or full panel can turn a small job into a panel replacement.
- PermitCity or State permit fees and inspection visits.
- Utility stepsService work waits on a NorthWestern Energy disconnect and reconnect.
- UrgencyAfter-hours and storm calls usually cost more.
From call to final inspection
How a typical Billings job works
You call
Tell us what is happening, your ZIP and how urgent it is. Have a photo of the panel label ready if you can.
We connect you
We match you with an independent, licensed electrician who handles that kind of work near you.
Estimate and permit
The electrician confirms the scope in writing and pulls a permit when the job needs one.
Work and inspection
The work is done, the local inspector signs off when required, and the utility reconnects service if it was disconnected.
Areas we serve near Billings
Your neighborhood, your local electrician
We connect homes and businesses in Billings and nearby Montana communities.
ZIP codes we serve
- 59101
- 59102
- 59103
- 59104
- 59105
- 59106
- 59107
- 59108
- 59111
- 59112
- 59114
- 59115
- 59116
- 59117
Before you call: your ZIP, a photo of the panel label, and when the problem started.
Call (815) 456-4349Questions we hear
Electrician Billings FAQs
Talk to a licensed electrician
Describe the problem and your ZIP. We will connect you with a local pro in Billings.
Call (815) 456-4349How do I find an electrician in Billings, MT?
Call (815) 456-4349 and describe the job. We connect you with an independent electrician licensed by the State of Montana who works in Billings.
Who issues electrical permits in Billings?
Inside city limits, the City of Billings Building Division at 316 N. 26th Street, (406) 657-8270. Outside city limits, some permits come from the Montana Building Codes Division.
Can a homeowner pull an electrical permit in Billings?
The City says most electrical permits can only be issued to licensed electricians. Call the Building Division to ask about your project.
How do I check a Montana electrician's license?
Use the state Licensee Lookup System at ebizws.mt.gov and search by name or license number.
Should I replace a Federal Pacific panel in Billings?
Many electricians recommend it. Federal Pacific Stab-Lok breakers have a long record of failing to trip. An electrician can inspect yours and quote a replacement.
Is Moore Power Electrical a Billings company?
No. Moore Power Electrical is a referral service. The electricians we connect you with are independent.
Page updated 2026-10-25.