B & L Electric Contractors - Washington's Professional Electrical Contractor
1309 Knollcrest Dr, Washington, IL 61571
Meet the Team
B & L Electric Contractors is a family-owned electrical business serving Washington and the surrounding Central Illinois communities since the 1940s. With four generations of expertise, we provide reliable electrical services for homes, businesses, and industrial facilities across Peoria, Woodford, and Tazewell counties. Our team of licensed, bonded, and insured electricians is committed to quality workmanship, from inspections and repairs to generator installation. We build trust through honest service and take pride in being a local contractor that our neighbors recommend to friends and family.
Key Services
- Electric inspection
- Electric repair
- Light fixture repair
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a standard electrical inspection cover for my Washington home?
Our thorough electrical inspection assesses the safety and function of your home's entire system. We check for outdated wiring, test outlets and GFCIs, evaluate your breaker panel for proper load capacity, and look for signs of wear or hazards, including meter corrosion which is common in our area. This proactive check helps prevent future problems and ensures your family's safety.
Can you repair a light fixture that keeps flickering or won't turn on?
Absolutely. Flickering or non-working fixtures are often due to a faulty connection, a problem with the switch, or a wiring issue within the fixture itself. Our experienced electricians will safely diagnose the root cause—whether it's in the fixture, the wall switch, or the home's wiring—and provide a lasting repair. With over 80 years in the business, we've seen and fixed just about every lighting issue.
My circuit breaker trips frequently. Is this a serious issue for my Washington home?
Frequent tripping is a common sign of a breaker panel overload, which we often see in older Washington homes as families add more appliances and devices. It's a safety feature, but it indicates your system is strained. We can assess your panel's capacity, identify the circuits causing the overload, and provide solutions such as adding a dedicated circuit or a panel upgrade to safely meet your modern electrical demands.
Business Location & Hours
| Mon: | Open 24 hours |
| Tue: | Open 24 hours |
| Wed: | Open 24 hours |
| Thu: | Open 24 hours |
| Fri: | Open 24 hours |
| Sat: | Open 24 hours |
| Sun: | Open 24 hours |


