Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Charles did a fantastic professional job and at a great price too. would recommend Charles for any electrical job you may have."
Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Small jobs welcome
Credit card accepted
"Excellent work. From the start he showed professionalism, punctuality, and great attention to detail. The installation was clean, well organized, and working perfectly both indoors and outdoors. He also explained everything clearly and made sure everything was safe and ready to use. I definitely recommend him for any electrical work — reliable service and top-quality results."
Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1981
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Informative and friendly. Great Service."
Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
Typically involves upgrading electric service with new or expanded electric panels & a larger main service cable. Often done as part of a remodeling project or when additional electrical appliances & fixtures are desired.
Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
PhoneAll Inc. is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today to get your project started!\n\n
Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas
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We are Juarez general contractors, we provide top quality services with anything you may need! We offer finish carpentry, rough carpentry as well as electrical and plumbing services, we are licensed and insured in the state of California :)\n
Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Mr. Erfani came on time. He found that the old thermostat was battery operated, and the 2 old batteries were corroded and needed to be replaced. He put in new batteries, and the thermostat works just fine. Mr. Erfani said there was no charge for his trip to our house which was so very nice. We definitely will call Atlas Electric for any future electrical work."
Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We recently had Mega Power Electric Inc install a solar system and panels. The President and provided excellent communication all the way through the process. He even met with us after installation to explain the almost incomprehensible PG&E bill. Although not the least expensive bid, his was competitive and I felt he was as interested in educating me about solar and the various types of panels and inverter systems as he was in selling a system. He demonstrated how the array of panels would meet our energy needs and as opposed to some of the other companies, wasn't selling us more than we needed. We are very satisfied with our solar system and I highly recommended Mega Power Electric Inc."
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Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1981
Free estimates
"I was extremely pleased with the professionalism from Michael Dove and his employee Jeff. He always got back to me in a timely manner, even on a Sunday. Jeff was prompt, courteous and effeicient. I will definitely use you them again for my electrical needs.
I am so stoked it was actually easy and no stress, so refreshing.
Thank you again for the professional service...
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Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1972
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"My house was built in the 1950's and had old circuit breakers. I had two faulty breakers, and local Lowes and Home Depot stores did not have replacement breakers that would fit my panel bus bar. Nariel, the technician gave me some options: 1. Replace the faulty breakers 2. Replace all of the breakers 3. Replace the complete panel Nariel was able to locate breakers that would fit my bus bar, so I chose option 2 and had him replace all of the breakers because they were so old. The price was reasonable, and he was able to complete the job the same day. I would hire JC Electric again. Very easy to work with, and professional."
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There is often some confusion about the type of work these professionals do. They only work on electrical systems such as outlets, lighting fixtures and electrical panels – they aren’t appliance repairmen.
There are three types of electricians: Master, Journeyman and Apprentice. Electrical licensing varies quite a bit by state. Some have licenses for apprentices and some do not. Some have a master’s rank while others stop at journeyman. Despite the differences, they all require a minimum amount of experience and usually classroom time.
Apprentice electricians aren’t usually licensed and spend 4 years learning the trade. Throughout that time, they work on a wide range of projects to learn to become a Journeyman. They’ll do basic work like installing fixtures and replacing outlets all the way to assisting in wiring a home. Regardless of the type of project, they must always be supervised by a Journeyman or Master electrician.
Journeymen work without supervision. In a few states, this is the highest level available and they can do all levels of work from wiring a new home to installing a light. In some states, they need a separate electrical contractor license to run a business. In places with a master’s level, a journeyman can do all work besides design new electrical systems.
Master electricians usually manage a shop, design new electrical systems in new construction and oversee both Journeyman and Apprentices. They typically bid new projects. Though they focus on larger projects, it’s not unheard of for a homeowner to request a Master Electrician for a house call. If you do, expect to spend up to 25% more for the visit.
Generally, you don’t tip electricians, but that’s not to say they don’t appreciate it if you do. You can offer them something to drink or eat, like coffee and donuts. Most will appreciate it if you do.
The education and certifications required to become an electrician vary by state, though they generally follow this list:
Apprentice
Does not always require a license depending on the state.
Learns on the job under Journeyman and Master Electricians.
Usually needs 4 years on-the-job training before they can test for a Journeyman license. Many states also require a technical degree to advance.
Always require supervision.
Journeyman
Needs between 8,000 to 10,000 hours of on-the-job training and usually 500 to 1,000 hours of classroom experience.
Can usually supervise apprentices.
They can diagnose and repair electrical problems.
Master
Achieved after an additional two years (4,000 hours) working as a Journeyman and taking the Master Electrician Exam.
Besides diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, they also design them. In most places they run shops and inspect Journeyman and Apprentice work.
Not a recognized rank in all states.
Electrical Contractor License is an optional license in some states for a Master Electrician to run a business. Some states have this instead of the Master license.
Electricians make an average of $26 per hour but it ranges with experience and licensing. An apprentice may make about half that while a Master Electrician may hit closer to $40 per hour. This figure represents how much they make; not how much they bill. Their salary is only one component of their costs. They must also figure in overhead, taxes, equipment, insurance and several other expenses.
Leave electrical work to the professionals. Electrical systems are complex and potentially hazardous when not handled and installed correctly. If it were easy, it wouldn’t take 4 years to become a journeyman or 6 years for a master’s license. If you are determined to forge ahead yourself, understand home electrical safety before beginning any project.Even for simple common electrical projects, a licensed pro is best. Not only is it safer, but contractors guarantee and insure their work. Hire a professional to keep your home’s electrical systems functioning properly and safely.
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