McDonald Electric — Trusted Albuquerque Electricians
Trusted & Licensed • Since 1945

Albuquerque's Most Trusted Electricians

Over 80 years of expert electrical service. Troubleshooting is our specialty — residential, commercial, and emergency services done right, the first time.

80+
Years in Business
ABQ
Local Experts
A+
BBB Rated
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Why Choose Us

Built on Trust & Craft

Every member of our team is licensed above local and national standards. We show up, we solve it, we stand behind our work.

Emergency Ready

Lightning strikes, power outages, burning wires — we provide same-day services to restore your home or business to safety fast.

Licensed & Certified

All electricians qualify above local and national standards. Our team regularly attends electrical education classes to stay current.

Since 1945

Over 80 years of service in the Albuquerque area. From property managers to homeowners — a seasoned edge you won't find anywhere else.

Residential & Commercial

Whether it's your home or your business, we handle the full spectrum of electrical needs with expert precision.

Affordable & Meticulous

High-quality work at fair prices. Our focus on safety and the small details has made us Albuquerque's trusted electrician for generations.

Local Community

Deeply rooted in Albuquerque. McDonald Electric even wired the famous Breaking Bad house — proud partners in our city's story.

What We Do

Our Services

Full-service electrical solutions for Albuquerque homes and businesses. Troubleshooting is our specialty.

Electrical Troubleshooting

Our core specialty. We diagnose and resolve complex electrical issues fast — lightning strike damage, power outages, shorted wires, and mysterious failures. Same-day service available.

Residential Services

Complete home electrical services — from new installations and panel upgrades to wiring repairs and outlets. Your home deserves safe, reliable power.

Commercial Services

Trusted by Albuquerque business owners and property managers for decades. Electric installations, maintenance, and emergency response for commercial properties.

Emergency Repairs

Burning wires? Power out? Don't wait. We respond to electrical emergencies across Albuquerque and restore your safety and functionality as quickly as possible.

McDonald Electric — Then and Now, since 1945
80+
Years Serving ABQ
ThreeBestRated 2021 Award — McDonald Electric Albuquerque
Our Story

Albuquerque's Electric Legacy

Since 1945, McDonald Electric has been the name Albuquerque families and businesses trust for expert electrical service. What started as a small local operation has grown into one of New Mexico's most respected electrical contractors — without ever losing our commitment to quality and community.

We've served everyone from individual homeowners to large property managers. Our licensed electricians qualify above both local and national standards, and each team member regularly attends continuing education to stay at the cutting edge of electrical safety and technique.

Residential
Commercial
Emergency Services
Troubleshooting
Installations
Call (505) 220-5521
How It Works

Our Process

Simple, transparent, and professional from first call to final inspection.

1

Call Us

Reach out by phone at (505) 220-5521. Describe your electrical issue — we'll assess urgency and schedule appropriately.

2

Diagnose

Our licensed technician arrives and performs a thorough diagnosis — we find the root cause, not just the symptom.

3

Resolve

We perform the work with meticulous attention to safety and code compliance. Affordable, high-quality results every time.

4

Verify

We test everything thoroughly before leaving. Your satisfaction and safety are confirmed before we call the job complete.

Recognition & Trust

Recognized Excellence

ThreeBestRated 2021 Award
ThreeBestRated Award
BBB Accredited Business A+ Rating
A+
BBB Rating
Breaking Bad connection
Breaking Bad

McDonald Electric wired the iconic Breaking Bad house — a piece of Albuquerque history.

Go Lobos New Mexico
Local Roots

Proudly serving the Albuquerque community — Go Lobos!

Discover Payment Accepted
Easy Payment

We accept Discover and other major payment methods for your convenience.

Common Questions

FAQ

We provide same-day services for electrical emergencies. Whether you're dealing with a lightning strike, power outage, burning wires, or shorted circuits, call us at (505) 220-5521 and we'll work to restore your safety and functionality as quickly as possible.

Yes. Every electrician on our Albuquerque team is fully licensed and qualified above both local and national standards. Our team members regularly attend electrical education classes to ensure our service is always current and code-compliant.

Absolutely. McDonald Electric has served a wide range of clients since 1945 — from individual homeowners to large property managers and business owners. No job is too small or too complex for our experienced team.

Troubleshooting is our specialty. We excel at diagnosing hard-to-find electrical issues — the problems that other electricians can't crack. We also handle installations, maintenance, upgrades, and full emergency response. Call us at (505) 220-5521 if you're experiencing any electrical issue.

McDonald Electric has been serving Albuquerque since 1945 — over 80 years of continuous electrical service to the community. That's decades of expertise, local knowledge, and a proven track record you can count on.

Ready to Get Started?

Electrical Problems?
We Fix Them.

Albuquerque's trusted electricians since 1945. Call now for same-day service or to schedule a consultation.

Address

209 Washington St SE
Albuquerque, NM 87108

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Phone
(505) 220-5521

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