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Carlos Cortez
4.8(
59
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cerritos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Carlos has done serval job for me. He did an amazing panel upgrade and installed Recessed lights in our living room. Recently he mounted our new tv on the wall and running all the wires in the wall. Also he added a new outlet behind the tv. He does such great work that we recommend him to our family. Carlos is now our family electrician. We can t say enough great things about him. Hire him today."
Panel upgrade
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+3

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excellence Electric, Inc.
4.8(
299
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cerritos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the beginning, the experience with Raymond was fantastic. He asked me for pictures of the current electrical panel, and with some additional information, he was able to provide an all-inclusive quote. He handled the permits and coordinated between the city and the power company. He was always very responsive and proactive. His team communicated clearly and was focused on getting every detail done right. I would hire Raymond in a heartbeat for any/all electrical work."
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Joe Electric
4.5(
96
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cerritos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe's Electric returned my care within minutes of me contacting them. I had a technician in my home in 1.5 hrs. Who quickly identified and fixed the problem within 35-45 minutes. They saved me from losing a whole day of work and it was worth the cost vs loss I would have incurred."
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Wilson Electric
4.6(
201
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cerritos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wilson Electric was great to work with, they promptly responded for my request for a quote and provided me an estimated price for the job as described. The day they arrived to do the work, they finished in about 2 hours and made sure we were happy with the job. I would use them again in the future."
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+5

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
19
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cerritos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"I got a few estimates to get more power out to my studio. Everyone quoted me about 4K to upgrade my panel and get dedicated line out to my studion. These guys were to only ones that looked for a better/more economical solution. I sent a pic of my panel and he remembered that I upgraded my kitchen a while back but noticed that my electric stove had it's own dedicated line. He asked me, did you convert to gas when you remodeled? I said yes and he said, great, we take the line that was dedicated to the stove and we use that. It saved me $1500 and it worked perfectly. I would absolutely hire again!"
Panel upgrade
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wolf Pack Electric Inc
5.0(
13
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cerritos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Meticulously troubleshot why a ceiling light and ceiling fan were not working in a 1916 house. Upgraded electrical panel from the 1990’s. Was here a few minutes before the time slot for the City of Orange inspector - passed inspection easily. Precise, organized work."
200 amp panel upgrade
200 amp panel upgrade
Response time3 hrs
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Alset Electric
4.8(
72
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cerritos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eddie did a great job from start to finish installing my new upgraded electrical panel and the price was right. I was very pleased with the service. I highly recommend for all your electrical needs."
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Beautiful chandelier set up power with switch and put chandelier together piece by piece
Lighting for kitchen counters with a switch..  you can turn on and off..  really cool looking.. something different..
Trenching
Trenching

+62

Response time1 day
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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ZERO ELECTRIC
4.9(
17
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cerritos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Zero Electric really came through for me. James is professional, knowledgeable, and competent as is the rest of his crew. I trust and would definitely use Zero Electric again in the future."
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by41%of homeowners
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Saiyan Electric Inc
4.5(
6
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Cerritos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Saiyan Electric was great to deal with. They reached out immediately and I got an appt the next day. Issue was diagnosed and resolved quickly. Francisco was great. Would definitely use them again."
Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Cerritos, 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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