Hi-Lite Electric provides comprehensive electrical panel service throughout Glen Ellyn, covering everything from UL-approved panel verification and 5-point safety inspections to full panel upgrades and circuit breaker replacements. We are a family-owned, ICC-certified electrical contractor trusted by homeowners and business owners across DuPage County to show up on time and get the work done to code.
When you reach out to Hi-Lite, we take the time to understand your situation before anything else, and for panel-related work, an on-site visit is often necessary to properly assess your existing equipment and determine the right scope. From there, we walk you through a clear, straightforward project quote with no vague line items. Once we are scheduled, our team arrives on time, works cleanly through the project, and leaves your Glen Ellyn home or commercial space in good order before we wrap up.

Glen Ellyn’s established neighborhoods near downtown and Lake Ellyn are full of mid-century and pre-war homes where aging panels, aluminum wiring, and knob-and-tube systems are the norm rather than the exception. The village’s mature tree canopy also means storm-related outages and weatherhead damage are a recurring reality, which is why many residents who start with a professional electrical inspection end up planning a broader set of improvements with us over time. Hi-Lite is here to be a resource you can return to as your needs evolve, whether that is adding circuits for a home addition, planning a whole-home generator, or exploring commercial electrical upgrades for a business location in the area.
That is exactly what our 5-point panel inspection is designed to determine. An on-site visit lets us assess your current equipment, identify any code compliance issues, and give you a clear picture of what is actually needed rather than guessing from a description.
Our inspection evaluates panel condition, UL approval status, breaker performance, wiring integrity at the panel, and overall code compliance. It gives you a factual baseline on the health of your electrical system before any upgrade decisions are made.
Yes, panel upgrades in Glen Ellyn typically require a permit and a municipal inspection through the Village. Hi-Lite has deep familiarity with DuPage County municipalities and their permitting processes, which helps keep your project moving without unnecessary delays.
Most residential panel replacements are completed within a single day, though scope, access, and permit scheduling can affect that timeline. We will give you a realistic expectation during the on-site assessment before work begins.
Every project includes a 90-day parts warranty and a 1-year labor warranty. Hi-Lite is also ICC Certified (No. 25-0696), licensed, bonded, and insured.
Yes, Hi-Lite serves both residential and commercial clients across Glen Ellyn and surrounding communities in DuPage County. Whether you need panel work at your home or at a business location, one company handles it.
Yes. Hi-Lite offers around-the-clock availability for urgent electrical situations, and our vans are fully equipped so we are ready to respond day or night without making a separate parts run.
Whether you are dealing with a panel that is showing its age, planning a capacity upgrade, or simply want a professional opinion on where things stand, Hi-Lite Electric is ready to help. Reach out to schedule a consultation and we will make sure you have the information you need to move forward confidently. Hi-Lite is ICC Certified (No. 25-0696), licensed, bonded, and insured, and every project is backed by a 90-day parts warranty and a 1-year labor warranty.
On-Site Consultations
We are ready to head your way! Our flat-rate $85 on-site visit ensures an experienced Hi-Lite technician can review your existing electrical systems in-person and discuss your current goals.
Simply give us a call, book online, or contact us below and let us know what works best for you: