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Avatar for Single Line Electric
Single Line Electric
5.0(
49
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Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nery and his crew did an excellent job installing both a new electric panel upgrade and a 240V EV charger. They were open to discussing and negotiating a reasonable price and working with the city to have the new panel inspected. I would highly recommend Single Line Electric Company to others and would use their services again if needed."
Main Panel Upgrade
Main Panel Upgrade
Main Panel Upgrade
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CA Electrical Group 24/7
4.7(
61
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Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. I needed to upgrade my electric panel, Ben did an excellent job very professional. Installing switches, circuit breaker panels, relays, and other electrical control and distribution equipment was the right call. I look at several electricians with reasonable prices and CA Electrical Group was definitely the right call. I will highly recommend CA Electrical Group to all my friends. What was important to me was his daily commitment to start and finish the job the dates we agreed on."
apartment rewire
main service panel upgrade multi meters
tesla
new 3 phase commercial electrical panel
solar ready main panel

+123

Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Emrom Electric, Inc.
4.7(
80
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Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very lucky to find Emrom Electric and Emmanuel Mbisse. Our 100+ year old house in Berkeley needed complete rewiring after a short circuit and inspection. Emrom was able to start this huge job within a week or two, saving us a lot of money in tenants' dislocation expenses. Emmanuel was a pleasure to work with, providing explanations and giving us options along the way. He got the job done faster than we had hoped in a good, professional manner for a fair price. We would recommend Emrom to anyone and will definitely be contacting them for any future electrical work."
 High Voltage systems
 Control system
 High Voltage controls
 Control system
 Electrical main panel upgrade

+9

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Line Load Electric
Line Load Electric
5.0(
21
)

Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience working with Billy to install a car charging circuit on my main panel. Timely work and a clean environment. Highly recommended."
Line load electric
Line load electric
Line load electric
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel

+7

Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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IC Electric
4.8(
18
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Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I am extremely happy to hire IC Electric to complete the work for replacing main breaker (100 amp) and installing new dedicated circuit for refrigerator. Work is completed timely and professionally. Ivan is very helpful in explianing all the details of work, that help me to get confidience with his capacity and expertise for doing the job. Hignly recommend to hiring him for any electrical job, large or small."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+3

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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OSJ Electric
5.0(
8
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Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired OSJ Electric to handle the electrical wiring for my swim spa, and I couldn’t be more impressed with their work. From start to finish, the team was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly efficient, especially Ossamu. First and foremost, the pricing was very fair. They provided a detailed estimate upfront and stuck to it, with no surprise charges or hidden fees. It was refreshing to work with a company that is transparent about costs and delivers great value for the work performed. The expertise displayed was top-notch. The electricians were clearly experienced and knew exactly what they were doing. They handled the swim spa installation with ease, ensuring that everything was wired safely and up to code. It was clear they took pride in their work and were committed to delivering a high-quality job. What really stood out, though, was their follow-up. After the job was completed, they checked in to make sure everything was functioning correctly and answered any additional questions I had. This level of customer care is rare to find, and it made me feel confident in my decision to choose OSJ Electric. Overall, I highly recommend OSJ Electric for any electrical needs. Their fair pricing, expert knowledge, and thorough follow-up truly set them apart from other contractors I’ve worked with."
200A
200A Recessed.
200A
Inside
200A

+9

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Smoov Energy & Electric, Inc.
5.0(
8
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Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ricky was very responsive and easy to talk to. He was very knowledgeable in setting up electrical wiring for charging my electric car. I highly recommend him for any electric vehicle wiring or installing nema 14-50s or Tesla chargers in your garage. He was very detail oriented and I would recommend or hire him again for any future electrical work."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr Electric of Concord CA
5.0(
17
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Serving Alamo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am giving Mr. Electric the highest complement I can as a customer - I will definitely use them again when I need electrical work done!"
Response time7 hrs
114 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Alamo, CA

Yes, a licensed electrician is essential for this project. Running an electrical service from the road to your house involves connecting to utility power lines, complying with national and local electrical codes, and safely handling high-voltage systems. 

Licensed professionals understand proper wire sizing, grounding requirements, and voltage drop calculations needed for safe installation. Most jurisdictions require permits and inspections that only certified professionals can obtain. The safety risks and potential for property damage make this project inappropriate for DIY attempts.

Overhead installations are less expensive than underground options. For a 1000-foot run, overhead service costs between $8,000 and $15,000, while underground service ranges from $10,000 to $25,000. 

Overhead lines require less labor and fewer materials since they don't need trenching or conduit. However, underground lines offer better protection from weather events and aesthetic benefits. Your decision should balance your budget constraints with long-term reliability and visual preferences.

You might need to upgrade your electrical panel depending on your power requirements. If your existing panel cannot handle the additional load from the extended service, upgrading to a 200-amp service (costing $750 to $2,000) may be necessary. 

A licensed electrician can evaluate your current system and determine if an upgrade is required. Factors include what you'll be powering at the end of the line, existing electrical demand, and whether voltage drop over the distance will affect performance.

Running electric service from the road to a house requires electrical permits from your local building department, costing between $500 and $2,000 depending on your location. You may also need excavation permits for trenching work if installing an underground service. Your utility company will have its own application process for connecting to its grid. A licensed electrical contractor can handle all the necessary permit applications as part of their service, ensuring your installation meets all local code requirements.

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