Electrician in Ankeny, IA

Your home's electrical system is not a background system — it powers your furnace, your air conditioner, your water heater, your lights, and every device your family depends on daily. When something fails, the effects are immediate and the risk is real. 72 Degrees Comfort Company provides licensed residential electrical services throughout Ankeny, Des Moines, Johnston, Waukee, Grimes, and the surrounding Central Iowa area. We are locally owned, licensed in Iowa, and back every job with our satisfaction guarantee.

 

Ankeny has been one of the fastest-growing communities in Iowa for over a decade, and the electrical demands of Des Moines metro homes reflect that range — from new construction in developing subdivisions to mid-century homes in established neighborhoods where aging wiring and undersized panels are the reality. 72 Degrees works across all of it.

 

Licensed Electrical Services in Ankeny & the Des Moines Metro

 

Our licensed electricians provide a full range of residential electrical services:

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• Electrical installation — panel upgrades, new circuits, outlets, switches, and whole-home wiring

• Electrical repair — diagnostics, breaker replacement, wiring corrections, and fault resolution

• Lighting installation — interior and exterior fixtures, LED upgrades, recessed and security lighting

• Outlet and switch upgrades — GFCI compliance, grounded outlets, smart switch installation

• Whole-home surge protection — panel-level surge suppression for Iowa's active storm season

• Standby generator installation — automatic backup power for Iowa winters and severe weather

• EV charger installation — Level 2 home charging for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles

 

Why Electrical and HVAC Work Better Together

 

72 Degrees has served the Des Moines metro in heating and cooling since our founding, and electrical work extends naturally from that. Your furnace depends on correctly sized, functioning circuits. Your air source heat pump requires a dedicated circuit rated for its specific load. Your water heater may depend on an electric element or ignition.

 

When something fails at the intersection of electrical and mechanical systems, a company that understands both can diagnose faster and fix it right the first time. This is one reason 72 Degrees' maintenance plan connects electrical health to the broader maintenance of your home's systems.

 

Iowa License #51239

 

All electrical work performed by 72 Degrees is completed by electricians licensed through the Iowa State Electrical Examining Board. Iowa requires separate licensing for electrical contractors and journeymen, and all work is performed to National Electrical Code standards as adopted by Iowa. Permits are pulled, work is inspected, and you receive documentation. That is what licensed electrical service looks like.

 

What to Expect When You Call 72 Degrees

 

Upfront pricing before work begins. A licensed technician who assesses the actual problem before selecting a repair. Permits managed on your behalf. Every job backed by our satisfaction guarantee. Check discounts and specials and available rebates for current offers. Financing options are available for larger projects.

 

Serving the Des Moines Metro

 

72 Degrees provides licensed electrical services throughout Ankeny, Des Moines, Johnston, Grimes, Waukee, West Des Moines, Urbandale, Clive, Altoona, Bondurant, Carlisle, Huxley, Ames, Norwalk, Pleasant Hill, Polk City, and surrounding Polk, Story, and Dallas County communities. Schedule at

72degrees.com/contact or call (515) 965-7272.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

How much does an electrician cost in Ankeny, Iowa?

 

Electrical service costs vary by the type and scope of work. Minor repairs such as outlet replacements or GFCI installations are typically straightforward same-visit jobs. Panel upgrades, generator installations, and EV charger installations are larger investments. 72 Degrees provides upfront pricing before any work begins — you know the cost before you commit.

 

Do I need a licensed electrician in Iowa or can I do it myself?

 

Iowa requires permits for most electrical work beyond basic fixture replacements. Work that requires a permit — including panel upgrades, new circuit installations, and EV charger installations — must be performed by or under the supervision of a licensed electrical contractor. Unpermitted work can affect your homeowner's insurance, create issues at sale, and create genuine safety risk.

 

How quickly can 72 Degrees respond to an electrical problem?

 

Most service calls are scheduled promptly throughout the Des Moines metro. For situations that feel genuinely unsafe — burning smell, sparking outlet, panel that won't reset — call (515) 965-7272 directly rather than scheduling online.

 

Does 72 Degrees serve all of the Des Moines metro area?

 

Yes. 72 Degrees serves over 30 communities throughout the Des Moines metro including Ankeny, Johnston, Waukee, Grimes, West Des Moines, Urbandale, Clive, Altoona, Carlisle, Norwalk, Huxley, Ames, and surrounding Polk, Story, and Dallas counties. See the full service area.

 

What makes 72 Degrees different from other electricians in Ankeny?

 

72 Degrees is locally owned and has served the Des Moines metro in heating and cooling for years — electrical service extends that same relationship. Every job is backed by our satisfaction guarantee. We are licensed in Iowa, we pull permits, and we provide upfront pricing. We also understand the connection between electrical systems and HVAC performance — something most standalone electrical contractors cannot offer.

 

Does 72 Degrees offer financing for electrical work?

 

Yes. Financing options are available for qualifying electrical projects including panel upgrades, generator installations, and EV charger installations. Ask about current terms when you schedule.