Serving Soledad, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Jeremy is great to work with! Iâ ll be using him for all my electrical home issues from now on."
Serving Soledad, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"This company has my business from here on out from the first phone call to the end of the job or should I say jobs they have taken care of me and made me feel like I was being taken care of. Itâ s very hard to trust all contractors cause not all contractors care about what they do as much as about the check at the end these guys are different. They go out of their way to make sure that you are satisfied with what they are doing and there are no unnecessary change orders at all. I like to thank you guys personally for always making sure my knee your met."
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Serving Soledad, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
Veema electric, with 15 years of experience. Ev charger, main panel upgrades, troubleshooting etc. serving the Central Valley. Get it right the first time.
Serving Soledad, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They give excellent service, they were very professional."
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Serving Soledad, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Small jobs welcome
I’m a motivated and dependable tradesman with hands-on experience in residential electrical work and weatherization. I’ve worked with wiring, outlets, lighting, and basic troubleshooting, and I’m comfortable using both hand and power tools while following safety codes and job-site standards.\n\nI take pride in being reliable, working well with others, and keeping job sites clean and organized. I’m a quick learner who’s always looking to improve my skills, and I’m committed to growing in the trades and building a strong career through hard work and consistency.\n
Serving Soledad, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Hardworking problem solver who is passionate about delivering consistently high-quality work. I enjoy working with my hands, various types of power tools, and equipment. When troubleshooting I am very reliable at developing creative solutions to complex problems. A quick learner who is willing to go above and beyond to deliver the community I serves with a job well done and done right, ensuring customer satisfaction and public safety. I always takes full advantage of opportunities to learn new skills and/or techniques and enjoys the challenge of learning new material.
Serving Soledad, 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 Soledad, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"These men were friendly, efficient, curteous and did an overall good job. My house is a showpiece after what they did. I am very very happy with their work and they can use me as a reference if they need to in the future. Marilyn LeBlanc"
Serving Soledad, CA and surrounding areas
Emergency services offered
"Everything went great, he installed 4 can lights in my master bedroom. I’m going to use him again for my next electrical project!"
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Serving Soledad, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The light in one bedroom goes out (burns out) every 4-5 months. I've lost track of the number of light bulbs I've gone through and my spouse promised to "take another look at it". Since the room doubles as my office, it was time to call a professional.
I called on Thursday afternoon, and Dave arrived Friday morning right on time. He checked the wiring behind the fixture, pulled the light switch out and even went up into the crawl space to ensure the that wiring connections were correctly done.
He discovered extra wiring that was wired to something else and not directly to the light fixture as well as loose wire that needed to be tightened.
Total time required: less than an hour. GM Electric is now my go-to team.
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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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