Residential Electrical Services 

Safe, Practical Electrical Solutions for Your Home


Your home is where daily life happens, and the electrical decisions you make today can affect its safety, comfort and value for years to come.



Since 1985, D&S Electric has helped homeowners throughout Central British Columbia with electrical repairs, renovations, upgrades and new installations. Whether you need a simple repair, are upgrading an older service or planning for EV charging, backup power, solar or other future needs, we’ll explain your options clearly and recommend a practical solution that serves your home for the long term.

From Repairs to Renovations


Every home is different, and every electrical problem should be understood before a solution is recommended. Whether you need a simple repair or an upgrade for renovations, new equipment or future needs, we’ll assess the situation, explain your options and recommend a practical solution that is safe, dependable and right for your home.

Our residential services include:

Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting

Electrical Panel Upgrades

Interior & Exterior Lighting

Home Renovations & Additions

Service Upgrades

New Home Wiring

Pot Light Installation

Ceiling Fans

EV Charger Installation

Surge Protection

Hot Tub & Spa Wiring

Electrical Safety Inspections

Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Generator & Transfer Equipment

Garage & Workshop Wiring

Outdoor Power & Landscape Lighting

Whether the job is large or small, we believe the same responsibility applies: understand the need, use the right materials, complete the work safely and care for the home and resources entrusted to us.

Why Homeowners Choose D&S Electric

Inviting an electrical contractor into your home requires trust. Homeowners need to know that the person doing the work will respect their property, explain what is happening, recommend only what is needed and complete the installation safely. At D&S Electric, we take that responsibility seriously.

Honest Recommendations


We explain what we find, your options and what we believe makes sense for your home. The right solution is not always the most expensive, and we won’t recommend work simply to make a project larger.

Experience You Can Rely On


D&S Electric has served Central British Columbia since 1985, with experience in older homes, rural properties, renovations, service upgrades, new construction and the electrical challenges common throughout the region.

Safety Comes First


Residential electrical work affects the safety of everyone in your home. We follow current electrical codes, obtain proper permitting where required and identify issues that could affect safety or reliability.

Respect for Your Home


Your home is not simply another job site. Our team works carefully, communicates respectfully, protects the areas where we’re working and leaves the site in good order.

Clear Communication


Electrical problems can be confusing. We explain issues in straightforward language, communicate changes before proceeding and help you understand the decisions you need to make.

Planning for the Future


When appropriate, we look beyond the immediate project. Renovations and electrical upgrades can provide opportunities to prepare for EV charging, generators, solar, battery storage or additional electrical capacity.

Planning Your Next Home Project


Good electrical work starts with thoughtful planning. Whether you’re renovating, finishing a basement or building an addition, we work with homeowners and contractors to reduce unnecessary costs and delays while considering how the electrical system may need to serve the home in the years ahead.

Planning may include:

Current electrical service and panel capacity

Lighting and receptacle placement

Dedicated circuits for new appliances or equipment

Heating, cooling and ventilation requirements

Future renovations or additions

Future EV charging, backup power or renewable-energy needs

Workshops, garages and outdoor electrical needs

Not every home needs every upgrade. Our role is to help you understand what makes sense now, what may be worth preparing for and what can wait.

Battery storage

Transfer switches and critical-load planning

Small-scale wind energy integration

Service and panel upgrades

Energy-efficient electrical improvements

Off-grid and hybrid systems

Standby and backup generators

EV charging

Solar electrical systems and solar-ready infrastructure

Green Energy Starts at Home


The way we power our homes is changing. More homeowners are considering solar, small-scale wind, battery storage, EV charging and backup generation as they look for greater energy independence, resilience and flexibility.

At D&S Electric, we help homeowners understand how these technologies may fit into their existing electrical system—and what may need to change to support them safely. That may include:

Solar electrical systems and solar-ready infrastructure

Transfer switches and critical-load planning

Small-scale wind energy integration

Energy-efficient electrical improvements

Standby and backup generators

Battery storage

EV charging

Service and panel upgrades

Off-grid and hybrid systems


Renewable energy is not one-size-fits-all. We’ll help you consider your property, energy needs, budget and long-term goals to determine what makes sense now and what may be worth preparing for in the future.

24/7 Emergency Residential Electrical Service

Electrical problems can happen at any time. If you lose power, smell burning, experience repeated breaker trips or are concerned something may be unsafe, D&S Electric is available for 24/7 emergency electrical service.


Our priority is to make the situation safe, identify the cause and explain what needs to happen next.

Proudly Serving Homeowners Across Central British Columbia


From heritage homes in Williams Lake to acreages, cabins and rural properties throughout the Cariboo-Chilcotin and Central Coast, D&S Electric provides residential electrical service across one of British Columbia’s largest and most diverse regions.


Our experience in rural and remote areas has taught us the importance of preparation, clear communication and arriving with the right materials for the work ahead.


Wherever you call home, you can expect the same commitment to safe workmanship, honest advice and respectful service.

Serving homeowners in:

Williams Lake 

The Cariboo-Chilcotin 

The Central Coast 

Surrounding rural and remote communities 

If your property is outside these areas, contact us. We regularly consider projects throughout Central British Columbia and beyond. D&S Electric also provides commercial electrical services and industrial electrical services for businesses, facilities and organizations throughout Central British Columbia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. D&S Electric provides 24/7 emergency electrical service throughout our residential service area.

Absolutely. We work with homeowners and contractors on renovations, additions, service upgrades and electrical planning for both current and future needs.

Yes. We install residential EV charging systems and can help determine whether your existing electrical service and panel have the capacity required.

Yes. We complete panel and service upgrades for homes throughout Central British Columbia and can also help you plan for future electrical needs such as EV charging, backup power or renewable energy.

Yes. We provide electrical inspections, troubleshooting and safety-related upgrades to help identify concerns and improve the reliability of your home’s electrical system.

Yes. We can help assess your existing electrical system, identify upgrades or infrastructure that may be required, and plan for future solar, small-scale wind, battery storage or hybrid-energy systems.

Yes. D&S Electric has extensive experience working on acreages, rural homes, cabins and remote properties throughout the Cariboo-Chilcotin and Central Coast.

Let's Talk About Your Home

Whether you’re planning a renovation, upgrading your electrical system, preparing for future energy needs or dealing with a repair, D&S Electric is here to help with safe, practical solutions for your home.