Updated: Jun 06, 2026
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30 S Valley Road Suite 310, Philadelphia, PA, 19019
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Charles H Macdonald Electric Inc
Charles H Macdonald Electric Inc, 30 S Valley Rd, Philadelphia, PA (Employees: Charles H Macdonald Inc and Charles H. Macdonald) holds a Electrical Contractor license and 4 other licenses according to the New Jersey license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 111 ranks in the top 4% of 125,106 Pennsylvania licensed contractors.
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Charles H Macdonald Electric Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (610) 993-9866
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Address: 30 S Valley Road Suite 310, Philadelphia, PA 19019
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Charles H Macdonald Electric Inc Philadelphia
Quality
111
96th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Charles H Macdonald Electric Inc has a BuildZoom score of 111, which places them above 96% of 125,106 contractors in Pennsylvania.
Activity
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18 projects
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2025 |
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17 projects
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2024 |
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16 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Charles H Macdonald Electric Inc has worked on at least
51.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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33 projects
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Home Additions |
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5 projects
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Commercial Renovations |
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46 projects
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Electrical projects |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Charles H Macdonald Electric Inc mostly works on
electrical project
and home addition
projects.
Pricing
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2 projects
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< $5k |
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3 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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10 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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7 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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8 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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11 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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7 projects
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$500k-$1mil |
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6 projects
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $137,595. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Charles H Macdonald Electric Inc
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Level ii alteration of partial 1st floor and partial lower mezzanine including power panelboards light fixtures and controls wiring devices as per 2017 nec. modify fire alarm system and tie into the existing system as per 2016 nfpa 72
Valuation:
$855,867
Permit #:
EP-2025-003564
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Install new transformer sections in olson triplex transformer 1500kva cu copper disconnect temporary transformer from primary. provide connection to existing distribution via buss connection. provide new primary conductors to line side of transformer as required into existing switchgear. test transformer cables etc. energize new transformer connected to existing switchgear. provide 75... see more
Valuation:
$651,423
Permit #:
EP-2025-006339
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For level ii interior alterations to hotel guest rooms corridors amenity spaces and lobby without a change to existing groups r-1 s-2 and a-3 use & occupancy classifications and for the creation of a new fire command center. existing building is fully sprinklered. all work to be done per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 iebc. separate permits required for mechanical electric... see more
Valuation:
$38,000,000
Permit #:
CP-2024-006581
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Install lighting lighting controls receptacles new electrical panels as shown on single-line diagram and power to equipment as per 2017 nec. install fire alarm as per 2016 nfpa 72
Valuation:
$7,600,210
Permit #:
EP-2025-000192
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Install fire pump feeders in existing conduit. coordinate any possible power outages w peco and field engineer. o install 1 new 350mcm power cable o 2 make 9 tee bodies in box on back wall o 3 make 9 terminations in 3 separate switches. all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec
Valuation:
$137,595
Permit #:
EP-2024-012290
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Interior fit out of a new core and shell research building. scope of work is limited to branch circuiting from load side of panelboards lighting and lighting controls receptacles floor boxes wiremold & furniture feeds power for the mechanical hvac & lab equipment. tele/data and security rough in only. scope of work is also limited to floors 3 4 5 6 7 7m 8 9 10 and 11th floors. all wor... see more
Valuation:
$8,200,000
Permit #:
EP-2024-006385
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Interior alterations of the 8th floor including power panelboards light fixtures and controls wiring devices and fire alarm modifications to be tied into the existing system. all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec, 2016 nfpa-72, 2018 phila fire code
Valuation:
$1,829,007
Permit #:
EP-2024-005631
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Level iii alterations with partial change of occupancy to create a child care center within an existing two story higher educational facility to include creation of exterior fenced play area as per approved plans. building to be fully sprinklered per nfpa 13. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for mep & fire suppression work** amendment approved 6/22/24 amend alterations p... see more
Valuation:
$556,564
Permit #:
CP-2024-001448
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Macdonald electric will furnish and install new electrical devices and branch circuits per the electrical drawings e202.1 and e-203.1. macdonald electric will furnish and install (2) new panelboards as noted on drawing e-202.1. macdonald electric will furnish and install new light fixtures and lighting controls per the electrical drawings e-206.1 macdonald electric will relocate (2) h... see more
Valuation:
$275,000
Permit #:
EP-2024-004126
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Install 120 amp and a 60 amp accusine pcb unit and attach each to a switchboard. install two set of 3 current transformers and wire each set back to the accusine pcb units. all work to be done according to the 2017 nec and per plans
Valuation:
$37,660
Permit #:
EP-2025-005666
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Relocate existing & install new light fixtures normal & emergency connected to the existing circuiting. install new switches & sensors. install new receptacles furniture feeds & poke-thru devices connected to existing circuits. install new fire alarm devices on the existing fire alarm system. all work in accordance with the 2017 nec. * the electric panels are existing
Valuation:
$239,800
Permit #:
EP-2024-004612
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Install panels & feeders, transformers & meters. provide power to the mri equipment. install lights normal & emergency switches sensors receptacles floor boxes & conduits & pull strings. provide power for the mechanical & hvac equipment. provide power to the heat trace sump pump panels & epo equipment. install additional fire alarm devices on the existing fire alarm system. all work i... see more
Valuation:
$648,078
Permit #:
EP-2023-003666
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Macdonald electric will demolish and remove light fixtures in guestrooms. macdonald electric will install new owner furnished light fixtures in the same locations that we removed lights per new design in the guestrooms. macdonald electric will demolish and remove light fixtures in guestroom corridors. macdonald electric will install new owner furnished light fixtures in the same locat... see more
Valuation:
$306,438
Permit #:
EP-2022-010825
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Furnish and install new tele/data devices and cabling throughout the project per the electrical drawings. furnish and install new security devices and card access as well as wiring throughout the project per the electrical drawings. all work as per 2017 nec
Valuation:
$515,000
Permit #:
EP-2022-007479
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
We will furnish and install new tele/data devices , rescue assistance system and cabling throughout the project per the electrical drawings. furnish and install new security devices and card access as well as wiring throughout. all work is to be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec, 2016 nfpa-72
Valuation:
$805,000
Permit #:
EP-2022-004688
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Interior alterations of existing shell space including power panelboards standby generator ats light fixtures and controls wiring devices as per 2017 nec. modify fire alarm system as per 2016 nfpa 72. fire alarm to be tied into existing system
Valuation:
$2,597,547
Permit #:
EP-2022-005209
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Install : b. removal install of ats generator battery charger block heater. c. install (3) circuits 120v circuits d. anchoring of new generator. e. start up and commissioning 3. electrical a. macdonald electric has included the installation of new 600a automatic transfer switch. b. macdonald electric has included the installation of conduits and conductors from ats to new generator. c... see more
Valuation:
$211,346
Permit #:
EP-2024-010440
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Level ii alterations (no change of occupancy) for renovations to the existing higher educational facility (moore school of engineering - d2). electrical renovations of an existing dry lab on the 3rd floor with new lighting/controls various outlet devices ups system and electrical panelboards as per 2017 nec. install new fire alarm a/v devices as per 2016 nfpa 72
Valuation:
$270,875
Permit #:
EP-2022-001979
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Install new wiring lighting switches and receptacle outlets on the first and second floors. relocate several receptacle outlets lighting switches and emergency exit lighting on the first and second floor according to the 2017 nec and per plans
Valuation:
$205,000
Permit #:
EP-2024-011794
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Macdonald electric will furnish and install new power devices as shown on the drawings. macdonald electric will furnish and install new light fixtures as shown on the drawings. macdonald electric will replace (1) horn/strobe fire alarm device in the same location only. all work will be done according to approved drawings-2017 nec
Valuation:
$63,523
Permit #:
EP-2025-005551
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| HIC # | 34EI01265000 |
| Status | Active |
| State | New Jersey |
| Type | Electrical Contractor |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of June 2026.
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Verified License
| HIC # | T1-0004445 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Delaware |
| Type | Electrician |
| Date Issued | 04-01-2026 |
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Verified License
| HIC # | 14719 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Philadelphia |
| Type | Electrical Contractor |
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Verified License
| HIC # | 34EB01265000 |
| Status | Active |
| State | New Jersey |
| Type | Electrical Business Permit |
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| HIC # | PA082353 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of August, 2025. Check the current license status of Charles H Macdonald Electric Inc with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General
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BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Federated Insurance |
| Insured up to | $1,000,000 |
308
Permits
- Building permit records show that Charles H Macdonald Electric Inc has worked on 308 permitted projects.
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