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Cahalane Electric, Inc.
"Thanks to John! He did a great job! Very experienced, organized, pleasant and professional. Replies promptly and clearly and very patient with all my text messages explaining my various potential options for my electrical issues. Easy to schedule too within a day’s notice and on a weekend. Will recommend John to friends and family. "
5.0 star review from Jen F. in San Francisco, CA
Value Electrical Construction, Inc.
"Very responsive. Followed up with two small jobs exactly as promised. Charged exactly what was originally estimated job unseen, which was less than half of two other estimates. "
4.5 star review from Sukanto S. in San Francisco, CA
John Buckley Electric, Inc.
"He was very flexible with scheduling and showed up on time. He gave helpful advice about other electrical questions not related to why he was called and fixed the problem quickly. "
5.0 star review from Kenneth D. in San Francisco, CA
Electra-Comm, Inc.
"They came the next day and finished installing my EV charger within an hour. Quick, efficient, professional."
5.0 star review from Caroline G. in Encino, CA
Emanuel Morales Electric
"We needed to install new under cabinet lights. It was a complicated project because the lights had to fit a very specific space and have to have a very specific light quality to be similar to other under cabinet lights we have. Emanuel and his team were very conscientious in helping us find the right lights and getting them installed, I would highly recommend him!"
5.0 star review from Tim J. in Oakland, CA
Fatima Electric, Inc.
"Stephen was knowledgeable about the Code requirements for Oakland (not all of the electricians who quoted on the job were) and flexible in working through the equipment needs (a panel and a subpanel). He and his crew (Jeff and Tom) were quick, clean and efficient in the installation and the price for the work was fair. I definitely would hire them again if I need more electrical work."
5.0 star review from Stuart O. in Oakland, CA
Indaspec, LLC
"Great inspite of virus situation and wealthier issues"
4.5 star review from Larry S. in Pacoima, CA
Christopher Anderson - Electrician/Handy Services
"Christopher completed the task in a timely fashion and was very professional and had very working knowledge of what he was doing. "
5.0 star review from IV V. in South San Francisco, CA
Genesis Electric
"Evan with Genesis was awesome. They understood the scope of the job quickly and did quality work! Evan was professional and timely. I would recommend them. "
5.0 star review from Justin P. in San Francisco, CA
C T Electric
"Chris was referred to us by a trust friend. He is easy to work with, very professional and communicates efficiently. Unfortunately, our wiring was loose and there was also an issue with PGE. This then cause some blowouts to occur, which fried many household items. He was timely and able to address our issues. I was grateful for his service and his electrical expertise. He advised me to contact PGE, speak to these electrical issues, and also the provide the verbiage to use as I had no electrical experience. I felt his knowledge assisted us with having PGE immediately address our concerns. He was then able to install new systems that were fried and did this work well. His fees were standard, fair, and I felt he really wanted to work with our family to assure we felt safe. I highly recommend his services and will use him if there's any future instances."
5.0 star review from Tiffany F. in San Francisco, CA
Diversified Building & Electric Company, Inc.
"Denis is great to deal with, great personality and work ethic! I will be using Diversified for future projects."
5.0 star review from Toni C. in Newark, CA
Cloyd Electric
"Professional, provided recommendations and helped beyond this project requirements"
5.0 star review from Alex & Sonya B. in Palo Alto, CA
There are numerous reasons you may need the services of a skilled electrician. If you've built an addition, need upgrade outlets to include USB ports, or are looking to upgrade your electrical panel, you should get quotes from several experts to ensure the job is done safely, correctly, and for a good price. On the other hand, if you're seeing problems like flickering lights and circuits tripping frequently or you have no power to something critical like an appliance, you should find an electrician near you who can quickly get started on repairs.
In addition to being able to respond quickly in many cases, electricians familiar with the homes in your neighborhood may be able to offer advice to avoid future issues. For example, they may know that homes in your area were built at a time when households drew less power so you should upgrade your circuit breaker panel. Or they may recommend whole house surge protectors if surges are common in your area.
No matter the reason you need an electrician, here are some questions to ask before you hire.
- Do you have a license?
- Are you bonded and/or insured?
- Do you offer a warranty?
- How much will I pay for the project(s)?
- Will you be doing the work or someone else?
- Will you pull all necessary permits?
When comparing contractors, be sure to ask about their specialties, especially if you need help with a larger project like installing power in an addition or a commercial building or upgrading old knob and tube wiring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does it cost to hire a skilled electrician?
Homeowners pay electricians an average of $300 for a project, or about $50 to $100 an hour.
Factors that impact the cost include your location, project complexity, the licensing level of your electrician and potential travel charges.
When should I call an electrician?
Outside of electrical emergencies, here are common projects that a licensed pro can help with:=
- Installing a light fixture or chandelier
- Installing a ceiling fan
- Adding an outlet
- Updating or replacing a circuit breaker
- Installing or updating an outdoor panel
- Adding outdoor lighting
- Any other electrical feature installation or maintenance
How can I find a reputable electrician?
Knowing how to research local pros and what questions to ask when interviewing potential candidates can help ensure you're hiring a good pro. After finding potential candidates,
- Compare several bids.
- Discuss licensing, credentials and experience.
- Ask about warranties and guarantees for the work.
- Ask to see proof of insurance.
Can I do electrical work myself?
It's not recommended you ever do electrical work by yourself without a license. Even if the job seems relatively simple, the complexities and dangers inherent to electrical work could result in home or bodily injury to an inexperienced DIYer.