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Expert Electricians in Minneapolis, MN

Need a Minneapolis electrician? Northern Mister Sparky fixes old wiring, upgrades panels and handles 24/7 emergencies. Licensed, on time and locally owned.

Northern Mister Sparky electrician in Minneapolis

Your local Minneapolis electrician

Minneapolis Electrician You Can Count On

Northern Mister Sparky is a locally owned electrician serving homes all over Minneapolis, from Northeast to Nokomis. We are America’s On-Time Electrician®, so we show up when we say we will.

Most of our Minneapolis calls come from older homes. We fix dead outlets, replace old fuse boxes, rewire rooms with knob-and-tube wiring, and upgrade small panels so the house can handle air conditioning, a new kitchen, or an EV charger. We also handle smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, lighting, ceiling fans, and surge protection.

Every job is done by a licensed electrician, permitted when the work calls for it, and backed by our UWIN® 100% satisfaction guarantee.

  • Fully Licensed & Insured (EA807257)
  • Available for 24/7 Emergency Repairs
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

What We See in Minneapolis Homes

Older Homes, Older Wiring

A large share of Minneapolis houses were built before World War II. Many still hide knob-and-tube wiring, a fuse box, or two-prong outlets with no ground. We find what is behind the walls and replace it safely, with as little wall damage as we can manage.

Small Electrical Service

Many older Minneapolis homes still run on 60 or 100 amp service. That was fine for a few lights and a radio. Central air, an induction range, or an EV charger can push it past its limit, and that is when breakers start tripping.

Basements, Attics and Remodels

Finishing a basement or an attic, or opening up a kitchen, means new circuits. Permits filed in Minnesota since Aug. 17, 2026 follow the 2026 National Electrical Code, which asks for more GFCI and AFCI protection than older homes have. We wire it to current code and get it inspected.

Duplexes and Two-Family Homes

Minneapolis has a lot of duplexes. Each unit usually has its own meter and panel, and the two are often different ages. We look at both, so one unit's upgrade does not leave the other one behind.

Minneapolis Neighborhoods We Serve

  • Northeast
  • Longfellow
  • Nokomis
  • Powderhorn
  • Seward
  • Linden Hills
  • Kingfield
  • Fulton
  • Camden
  • Standish-Ericsson

Electrical Permits in Minneapolis

Electrical inspections in Minneapolis are done by state inspectors from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, who split the city into six inspection districts. We pull the permit and book the inspection for you, so you never have to figure out who to call.

Electrical Services in Minneapolis

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What Twin Cities Homeowners Say

4.9 / 5 from 147 Google reviews

"I had a great experience with Northern Mister Sparky Electric. Brian was very thorough and personable in his initial consultation, and when he returned with Owen to do the updates/repairs, they were very quick and detail-oriented. Owen even fixed one of the issues without the need for the quoted price - saving me $100! Great job, gentlemen."

- Austin M., Google review

"Andrew and Chad were highly knowledgable and helpful! I am very impressed with this company."

- Jodi K., Google review

"Saved up several electrical issues, with toughest one a fixture replacement high above the stairway. Andrew solved, and completed all tasks as promised."

- Jj B., Google review

Minneapolis FAQs

Do you work on old Minneapolis houses with knob-and-tube wiring? +
Yes. We replace knob-and-tube and old fuse panels in older Minneapolis homes all the time. We check every room first, explain what is safe and what is not, and give you the price in writing before we start.
How do I know if my Minneapolis home needs a panel upgrade? +
Common signs are breakers that trip when two big appliances run, lights that dim when the AC kicks on, a fuse box, or a plan to add an EV charger or central air. We can check your panel and tell you if it has room or not.
Do you pull electrical permits in Minneapolis? +
Yes. We pull the permit for any job that needs one and schedule the state inspection. Our Minnesota electrical contractor license is EA807257.
Can you come at night or on a weekend? +
Yes. We offer 24/7 emergency electrical service. If you smell burning, see sparks, or lose power to part of the house, call 763-200-5956.
What does it cost? +
Every job is quoted up front with our StraightForward Pricing, so you know the price before we begin. You can also get an instant estimate online, and financing is available for bigger jobs.
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We also serve Minneapolis for HVAC and plumbing needs.

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