Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Prompt courteous and friendly. Charles is very knowledgeable, and explains things very well. He did not go over his estimated quote, in fact he was on the lower cost side of it. If I'm ever need of electrical work again I would not hesitate to hire Charles Viereck Electric!"
Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The job was done quickly and professionally. Excellent quality workmanship at a reasonable cost. We will definitely use Tail Gunner Electric for our future home electrical projects."
Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very polite and professional, will definitely contact them again if I need any other electrical work"
Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I highly recommend Anderson Electric Encinitas for any electrical job needed for residential or commercial work. This company did a excellent job on our house !! I definitely will be using them again."
+5
Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I needed a complete redo of my 1970s electrical. He gave me a good estimate. Then I added a bunch of stuff. It was around Christmas too. But they were available and squeezed in my emergency between their other appointments. Minus half a start for a couple unfinished plug plates but really no biggie. My project I'm sure was annoying and Walter Electric was awesome!"
+2
Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"B and C Electrical were awesome! Super professional and really friendly. They showed up right on time, made sure everything was cost-effective, and actually fixed the problems we’d been having with our electrical panel for years. They did a much better job than others who came out before, and now everything works the way it’s supposed to. Couldn’t be happier with their work — I highly recommend them!"
+17
Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Terrific. Electrician was prompt and knowledge. Repairs were made quickly & efficiently. Would definitely use again."
+13
Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The electrician installed a 50 amp plug for an EV charger and he installed a 110v outlet in my garage. Looks and works great."
+45
Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1972
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I needed 2 ceiling fans installed in areas without existing lighting or wiring. I searched Home Advisor and found JC Electric. Joe (owner) had great communication, sent calendar invites for the appointments and sent a confirmation text the morning of the appt. Nariel, the technician, was outstanding! Polite, professional, respectful, and explained the process. More importantly, he tolerated my dog Zoe who feels everyone is there to her and she wanted to be his helper. Haha Joe texted me when the job was complete to see how everything went. I also immediately received an email with my receipt for payment. I will definitely be using JC Electric for future electrical needs."
+57
Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Hired luminous Quality Electric to help with electrical upgrades and new additions in my home. Very helpful, knowledgeable and easy to work with. Communication and professionalism is incredible. Will definitely contact them for all my future Electrical work."
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