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Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
188
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were very pleased with the services that Garafano Electric provided. I would recommend them for any electrical needs you might have!"
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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C G Electric
5.0(
15
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I’m so glad I hired Chris for my electrical panel upgrade and to replace all of the outlets in my house. He was professional, knowledgeable and clean. I will be hiring him for all of my future electrical needs."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wilson Electric
4.5(
199
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an outstanding experience with Wilsons Electric. Their team was professional, punctual, and completed all of the work with exceptional quality and attention to detail. They installed a dedicated outlet for our carpet cutting machine, new light fixtures in our electrical room, and an additional power outlet in our lobby. From start to finish, communication was excellent, the work area was kept clean, and everything was completed safely and efficiently. It's refreshing to work with a contractor that takes pride in their craftsmanship and delivers exactly what they promise. I highly recommend Wilsons Electric for any commercial or residential electrical needs. We'll definitely be using them again for future projects."
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+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Home Team Electric
4.9(
162
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Colt Cooper, the electrician, called to let me know that he would be arriving in 30 mins, well within the scheduled 2-5 pm appt timeframe. He is friendly and professional and quickly assessed the issue, fully explained the problem and the cost, and made the fix. He also alerted us to another issue in our electrical panel, again explained it in a manner I could understand. I gave him the green light to fix the problem. So all in all, a very positive experience with this company. I would recommend them to others and will surely reach out to them again."
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The Home Team Family
Technician Colt Cooper
Owners Frank & Corrine Luersen
General manager- Frank Luersen

+34

Response time1 day
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Rhythm Electric, LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Terry is very professional and managed a job with multiple aspects, including exterior and interior lighting upgrades. He provided good recommendations when I wasn't sure of the direction to go, even making extra trips to show samples before I made purchase decisions. I highly recommend Rhythm Electric for their customized service."
Rear lighting.
Entryway lighting.
Mirror backlighting.
Mirror backlighting.
Under cabinet lighting.

+3

Response time8 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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C T C ELECTRIC
5.0(
8
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

"I was skeptical to hire an electrician due to my natural distrust of contractors due to prior bad experiences. C T C electric was a breath of fresh air. The electrician priced the job fairly, showed up on time and finished the job without any issues. C T C electric kept the job sight clean ( my home ) throughout the electrical repair work. Thank you C T C electric for the great work and integrity in doing business fairly."
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sol Power
Sol Power
5.0(
3
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Cathedral City, 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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