Professional Electrical Services in Canton, GA

Reliable Electrical & Lighting Solutions Throughout Cherokee County, GA, and Surrounding Areas

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ONE ELECTRICIAN FOR THE WHOLE PROPERTY, INSIDE AND OUT.

TRU Lighting & Electrical Services is a trusted electrical contractor in Canton, GA, proudly serving homeowners and businesses throughout Cherokee County and surrounding areas with reliable electrical and lighting solutions. We specialize in main electrical panel and sub-panel upgrades, electrical wiring for home additions, interior and exterior lighting installation, landscape lighting, backup generator installations, and commercial and residential electrical services. Our team also provides EV charger installations, receptacle installations, basement finish electrical work, whole-home surge protection, and electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics. Whether you need electrical upgrades, full remodel electrical services, or custom lighting solutions, TRU Lighting & Electrical Services is committed to delivering quality workmanship, dependable service, and safe, efficient electrical solutions tailored to your needs. Contact us today for professional electrician services in Canton, GA, and throughout Cherokee County.


Every project starts with a clear written scope, so you know exactly what we will do, what it involves, and when it happens.

  • Licensed and insured electricians serving Canton, GA
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  • Open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

CHEROKEE COUNTY HOMEOWNERS CALL US WHEN IT HAS TO BE RIGHT.

Georgia enforces the 2023 National Electrical Code, and every circuit, breaker, and fixture we install is built to meet it. That matters in a county where historic neighborhoods sit a short drive from new construction, and where a single street can hold three decades of wiring practices. For 24 years we have opened electrical panels, traced circuits, and installed lighting across North Georgia, and that experience shows in how quickly we read an unfamiliar system and how cleanly we leave it behind for you.

THE WORK BEHIND THE COVER PLATE IS THE WORK WE SIGN.

Anyone can make a light turn on. We care about what you never see: breakers sized to the wire, connections torqued and tested, circuits labeled so the next person understands them, and cutouts patched before we pack up. Clients notice we keep their homes clean and explain what we find in plain language. That combination of careful work and honest communication is why neighbors pass our name along.

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ELECTRICAL SERVICES IN CANTON

WHY CHOOSE US

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Knowledgeable

At TRU Lighting & Electrical Services, our knowledgeable electricians bring the expertise and experience needed to handle a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects with confidence and professionalism.

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Attention to Detail

We take pride in our attention to detail, carefully planning and executing every electrical installation, upgrade, and repair to ensure safe, reliable, and precise results.

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Quality of Services

TRU Lighting & Electrical Services is committed to delivering high-quality electrical and lighting solutions, using dependable workmanship and professional practices to meet the needs of every customer.

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Customer Satisfaction

Customer satisfaction is our priority, and we strive to provide responsive service, clear communication, and dependable electrical solutions that exceed expectations throughout Canton, GA, and surrounding areas.

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OUR ELECTRICAL SERVICES

WHAT WE DO

From a single outlet to a full remodel, our services cover the power, protection, and lighting a modern Canton, GA, home or business depends on, delivered by one accountable local team.

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Main Electrical & Sub-Panel Upgrades

Breakers that trip under normal use or a panel with no open slots are signs your service has hit its limit. We upgrade main panels and add sub-panels sized for today's appliances and tomorrow's plans.

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Electrical for Additions

New rooms need new circuits, planned before the drywall goes up. We map outlets, switches, and lighting to how you will use the space, then tie everything safely into your existing panel.

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Interior & Exterior Lighting Installation

Recessed cans, fixture swaps, LED conversions, dimmers, and porch or driveway lights all fall under this service. We place each light where the room or entry genuinely needs it, then patch and tidy every opening.

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Landscape Lighting

Low-voltage lighting turns paths, steps, trees, and stonework into a safer, more inviting yard after dark. We design the layout, set the transformer, and aim every fixture to highlight features without glare.

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Backup Generator Installations

When storms knock out the grid, a properly sized standby generator keeps refrigeration, lighting, and HVAC running. We size the unit, install the automatic transfer switch, and test the full changeover before we leave.

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Commercial Lighting & Electrical

Retail spaces, offices, warehouses, and mixed-use buildings need power that fits their equipment and their hours. We handle load calculations, panel work, LED retrofits, and emergency lighting while keeping your business open wherever possible.

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WHAT CANTON HOMEOWNERS SAY

TRU LIGHTING & ELECTRICAL SERVICES REVIEWS.

The comments we hear most often are about the details: chandeliers hung straight, bathroom fixtures that look finished, basements that feel like a new part of the house, and technicians who explain what they are doing and answer every question. Clients also mention that we keep their homes clean throughout the job.

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Service Agreements & Memberships

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Veterans & First Responders Discount

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Education Personnel Discount

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Senior Discounts Available

Rely on Code-Compliant Residential Electrical Work

Safe installations and upgrades from a locally owned and operated team.

Lighting Packages

Complete Recessed Lighting Packages starting at:

$895

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service areas

SERVING CANTON, CHEROKEE COUNTY, AND NORTH ATLANTA.

Our home base is Canton, GA, and our trucks cover Woodstock, Holly Springs, Ball Ground, and the rest of Cherokee County. We also serve Cumming and Forsyth County, along with Alpharetta, Milton, Roswell, Buckhead, and neighboring North Atlanta communities too, bringing the same scheduling and standards to every address.



Local knowledge speeds up every project. We understand the housing stock in these communities, from older homes needing capacity to newer builds ready for landscape lighting, and we plan each visit, material list, and schedule accordingly.

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Canton, GA

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Milton, GA

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Roswell, GA

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Cumming, GA

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Buckhead, GA

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North Fulton, GA

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Woodstock, GA

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Johns Creek, GA

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Holly Springs, GA

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Kennesaw, GA

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Marietta, GA

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RECENT WORK WE DID

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Photos tell the story better than we can. Browse recent panel upgrades, recessed lighting layouts, chandelier installations, landscape lighting, and basement projects completed for homeowners and businesses around Canton, GA, and throughout North Atlanta, so you can see the finish quality before you call.

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Common Questions

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Homeowners ask us a lot of good questions before a project starts. Here are the ones we hear most often about panels, lighting, generators, EV chargers, surge protection, and the other services we provide.

  • How do you know if your electrical panel needs upgrading?

    Common signs include frequent breaker trips, flickering lights, or limited capacity for new appliances like EV chargers or AC units. At TRU Lighting & Electrical Services, we assess panel capacity and code compliance to ensure safe power distribution for modern electrical demands in Canton-area homes.

  • What's the difference between a main panel and a sub-panel upgrade?

    A main panel upgrade replaces the home's primary electrical distribution center to increase total capacity, while a sub-panel adds a secondary distribution point for additions or specific areas. Both improve safety and support expanded electrical loads as homes grow and modernize.

  • How does recessed lighting installation reduce energy use?

    Recessed lighting supports LED conversions and precise fixture placement, which significantly lowers energy consumption and heat output compared to older bulb types. At TRU Lighting & Electrical Services, we design layouts that balance light quality with efficiency, ideal for Canton homes undergoing remodels.

  • When should you add exterior lighting for safety?

    Exterior lighting should be added when visibility is poor around entryways, driveways, walkways, or garages, especially after dark. Weather-resistant components designed for North Georgia climates improve nighttime safety, security, and curb appeal while blending with your home's architecture.