The Roy Electric team
The Roy Electric team

Licensed electrician serving Raleigh, Cary and Apex

The power to do it right.

Roy Electric is a licensed electrical contractor based in Cary, NC. Since 2013 we have handled panel upgrades, EV chargers, lighting and repairs for homeowners and businesses across the greater Raleigh area.

What we do

Residential and light commercial electrical work, from a single outlet to a full panel replacement.

Also: surge protection, rewiring & old wiring, hot tub & appliance circuits, smoke & CO detectors, inspections & code fixes. See all services.

How we work

  1. Clear arrival times

    We keep you updated on when your electrician will arrive.

    “Spencer kept us updated on their arrival time.”

    Catherine D., Cary
  2. A clear explanation first

    We explain what we found and what we recommend, in plain terms.

    “He explained the process so that we could understand it and answered all of our questions.”

    Kelly W., Carrboro
  3. Fair pricing

    Straightforward pricing, without pressure to add work you don't need.

    “No upsells, just good service for a fair price.”

    Sal A., Wake Forest
  4. A clean job site

    We clean up before we leave.

    “They installed two fans and cleaned up perfectly.”

    Simon D., Cary

Where we work

From our office in Cary, we serve homes and businesses throughout Wake, Durham and Orange counties.

What customers say

4.8 on Google from 300 reviews

  • Super nice and obviously knowledgable team!

    Lynn H., Wake Forest November 2026

  • I now know why Roy Electric is rated so well. Alex and Juan arrived promptly. They completed the work and were in communication with me (homeowner) when questions came up. The work discussed was the work completed. They installed two exterior lights, an outlet, and a multi-use switch.

    One of the exterior lights was over 20 feet up, and they had the ladders to do this work. They cleaned up each work site. And the work was more than reasonable; in fact, I thought they undercharged for the level of care and workmanship. I wish I had more work to give them. Reliable. Reasonable. Excellent.

    N (., Durham November 2026

  • Outstanding work at a reasonable price. Guys were prompt, professional and efficient as they went about their work. They cleaned up after they finished and I couldn't be more pleased. Would highly recommend these guys.

    phil L., Raleigh October 2026

  • I've used Roy Electric for several projects over the last decade. Always showed up and got the job done with good service. Easy recommendation.

    James P., Raleigh October 2026

  • Great experience from start to finish! Bobby did an excellent job reworking the light fixture.

    Tim F., Apex October 2026

  • Bobby and his associate (Nathan?) were on time, explained the problem and completed the work efficiently and professionally, Well Done! 👍

    Hugh B., Cary October 2026

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Steve Roy

Owner-operated since 2013

Steve Roy founded Roy Electric in Cary in 2013 and runs it as owner and operator. Customers mention the same things again and again in their reviews: on-time arrivals, clear explanations, fair prices and a clean job site.

More about Roy Electric

Recent work

Replaced 3 single-pole switches for the disposal, dishwasher & kitchen lightning. We also replaced a tandem 15A Eaton CH breaker.

Cary

Replaced 3 single-pole switches for the disposal, dishwasher & kitchen lightning. We also replaced a tandem 15A Eaton CH breaker.

Installed 3 new lighting outlets & pendants over the kitchen island & installed 2 new lighting outlets & a multiple support light fixture over the dining room table! ⚡️💡

MacGregor West, Cary

Installed 3 new lighting outlets & pendants over the kitchen island & installed 2 new lighting outlets & a multiple support light fixture over the dining room table! ⚡️💡

Replaced a 30A GE breaker that was not properly supplying 204V to the dryer, causing the dryer to not produce heat. Replaced a 20A GE AFCI breaker.

Durham

Replaced a 30A GE breaker that was not properly supplying 204V to the dryer, causing the dryer to not produce heat. Replaced a 20A GE AFCI breaker.

Installed new 60A direct wire Tesla EV charger. ⚡️⚡️

Clayton

Installed new 60A direct wire Tesla EV charger. ⚡️⚡️

Common questions

What areas do you serve?

We're based in Cary and serve the Triangle, most often Raleigh, Cary and Apex, along with Durham, Chapel Hill, Holly Springs, Morrisville, Fuquay-Varina, Wake Forest and the rest of Wake County.

Are you licensed?

Yes. Roy Electric is a licensed electrical contractor in North Carolina.

How do I get a price?

Call or text us a short description of the job and a few photos, and we'll give you a free quote over the phone. That's how we quote most jobs. If you'd rather we look in person, we can come out for a site visit. There's a fee for the visit, and we waive it if you go ahead with the job.

What are your hours?

Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm. We don't offer 24/7 emergency service. If you have an urgent problem, call or text and we'll let you know our earliest availability. If you smell burning or see smoke, turn off the breaker, and call 911 if there are flames.

Do you handle permits?

Yes. When a job needs an electrical permit, we pull it and meet the inspector, so you don't have to deal with the town or county yourself.

Is your work guaranteed?

Yes. Our work is covered by a 1-year warranty.

How can I pay?

Cash, check, Venmo, Zelle, and Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express.

Need an electrician?

Call or text our office, or send us the details and a few photos for a free quote.