Castle Electric Inc. — Business Profile

Castle Electric Inc. is a licensed and insured electrical contractor based in Norwood, Massachusetts, serving Newton and 55+ communities across eastern Massachusetts since 1997. The company provides residential and commercial electrical services, EV charger installation, Generac generator installation, and lighting services to homeowners and businesses throughout the greater Boston area, with true 24/7 emergency service available.

About Castle Electric Inc.

Castle Electric Inc. is a family-owned and operated electrical company founded in 1997 by James Prescott, Sr., who has been in the electrical trade since entering as an apprentice during his high school years and has built a career as a licensed master electrician. James Prescott, Sr. serves as President, and his son James Prescott Jr. — a graduate of Suffolk University’s entrepreneurship program — serves as Operations Manager. Together, they lead a team of licensed electricians providing what they describe as “electrical service fit for royalty” to homes and businesses across eastern Massachusetts.

Services

Electrical Services

Castle Electric provides full-service residential and commercial electrical work, including electrical repair, electrical troubleshooting, electrical installation and replacement, electrical panel replacement and upgrades, circuit breaker service, gas to electric conversions, switches and outlets, ceiling fans, and wiring and rewiring.

Electrical Safety

Safety services include electrical inspections, knob and tube removal, BX wiring removal, FPE panel replacement, smoke and CO detector installation, and surge protection.

Lighting

Castle Electric installs and repairs indoor lighting, recessed lighting, outdoor lighting, and landscape lighting.

EV Chargers

The company installs Level 2 EV chargers for residential and commercial customers.

Generators & Backup Power

Castle Electric is a Generac Certified installer, providing residential and commercial generator installation, backup battery storage, and vehicle backup power solutions.

Commercial Electrical

Commercial services include data wiring, new construction and building fit-outs, and commercial wiring, rewiring, and power distribution.

Service Pricing

Castle Electric offers two ways to get started, depending on the nature of your electrical need.

$95 Service Call

For existing electrical problems — a licensed technician comes to your home, diagnoses the issue, and presents clear repair options. The $95 fee is credited toward the invoice on any job over $500. Includes on-site diagnosis and assessment. Free cancellations with more than 24 hours’ notice. Best for outlets not working, flickering lights, tripped breakers, and issues that need immediate attention.

$0 Free Estimate

For planned electrical work — Castle Electric comes to your home, assesses the work, and provides a written proposal with no obligation. Includes a complimentary safety walk-through of your home’s electrical system. Best for renovations, panel upgrades, generator installs, older homes with safety concerns, and rewiring projects.

Credentials & Certifications

• Licensed and insured electrical contractor in Massachusetts.
• Generac Certified installer — authorized to install Generac residential and commercial generator systems.
• Equipment brands installed: Generac (generators).

Service Area

Castle Electric Inc. provides electrical services to Newton (primary service area) and the following communities across eastern Massachusetts: Ashland, Attleboro, Avon, Bellingham, Braintree, Bridgewater, Brockton, Brookline, Canton, Chestnut Hill, Dedham, Dover, East Bridgewater, East Walpole, Foxboro, Franklin, Framingham, Hingham, Holbrook, Holliston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mansfield, Marlborough, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Milton, Natick, Needham, Needham Heights, Newton, Newton Center, Newton Highlands, Newton Upper Falls, Newtonville, Norfolk, Norton, North Attleboro, Norwood, Quincy, Randolph, Readville, Roslindale, Sharon, Sherborn, Stoughton, Taunton, Waban, Walpole, Waltham, Wayland, Wellesley, West Newton, West Roxbury, Weston, Westwood, Weymouth

Programs & Memberships

MassSave Rebates

Castle Electric participates in the MassSave energy efficiency incentive program. Massachusetts homeowners may be eligible for rebates on qualifying electrical upgrades through MassSave. Ask about eligibility when scheduling your service or estimate.

Community Involvement

James Prescott, Sr., President of Castle Electric, volunteers and helps run the Christ Church youth group in Needham, Massachusetts. Through this organization, he has traveled to assist with Hurricane Katrina cleanup and multiple other mission trips, and has helped rebuild homes for families in need. Castle Electric is rooted in the eastern Massachusetts communities it serves and is actively involved in supporting those communities beyond its day-to-day work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Castle Electric Inc. licensed in Massachusetts?
Yes. Castle Electric Inc. is a licensed and insured electrical contractor operating in Massachusetts. All technicians are licensed, background-checked, and undergo continuous training to stay current with state electrical codes.

How long has Castle Electric been in business?
Castle Electric Inc. was founded in 1997 by James Prescott, Sr., making it 28 years in operation as of 2025. The company has been serving Newton, Norwood, and eastern Massachusetts throughout that time.

What cities does Castle Electric serve?
Castle Electric primarily serves Newton and Norwood, Massachusetts, and provides electrical services to 55+ communities across eastern Massachusetts, including Canton, Dedham, Dover, Hyde Park, Medfield, Milton, Needham, Quincy, Randolph, Roslindale, Sharon, Stoughton, Wellesley, West Roxbury, Weston, Westwood, and Walpole. The full service area list is above.

Does Castle Electric offer emergency service?
Yes. Castle Electric provides 24/7 emergency electrical service. A live answering service handles after-hours calls and dispatches an on-call licensed technician for true emergencies. Call (781) 819-2200 any time.

How much does a service call cost?
Castle Electric charges $95 for a service call. A licensed technician will come to your home, diagnose the issue, and present clear repair options. The $95 fee is credited toward the cost of any repair invoice over $500. Free cancellations apply with more than 24 hours’ notice.

Can I get a free estimate instead?
Yes. For planned electrical work — such as panel upgrades, generator installs, renovations, or rewiring — Castle Electric offers a $0 free estimate with no obligation. This includes a written proposal and a complimentary safety walk-through of your home’s electrical system.

Is Castle Electric a Generac Certified installer?
Yes. Castle Electric Inc. is a Generac Certified installer, authorized to install Generac residential and commercial generator systems, backup battery storage, and vehicle backup power solutions.

Does Castle Electric offer financing?
Yes. Castle Electric offers financing through GoodLeap. Contact the office at (781) 819-2200 for details on available plans.

Are there rebates available for electrical upgrades in Massachusetts?
Yes. Castle Electric participates in the MassSave energy efficiency rebate program. Massachusetts homeowners may qualify for rebates on certain electrical upgrades. Ask about MassSave eligibility when booking your service call or free estimate.