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Emanuel Morales Electric
5.0(
26
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I did not actually hire; Emanuel. Here is what happened. He called me to see what my issue was. I explained it to him, having to do with GFCI outlets and breakers I was not able to reset. He said, do you want to hop on FaceTime and show me the electrical panel? I said YES! So in the span of 8 patient minutes, he led me through how to flip the breakers fully, and safely, and then talked me through resetting my GFCI outlets underneath my kitchen sink. All while on FaceTime. I told him I wanted to pay him for his time and expertise (and laidback kindness) -- he said, nah, no problem, just call next time I have an electrical issue. I 100% will and have already sent his name along to my friend network. Thanks, Emanuel."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Direct Electric Company
4.8(
133
)

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David was amazing. He knew what he was doing and he was very informative about the cause of my outlet issue. Got the job done and offered some recommendations to prevent the issue from happening again. I would definitely recommend."
Tesla Wall Connector installation
Exterior wall light installation
Pendants and small chandelier installation
Recessed can lighting and ceiling fan installation
Electrical Home Improvement

+13

Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical Pro
5.0(
11
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony was very professional and meticulous with his work. He installed several GFI's in the home, replaced a doorbell, corrected a timer on Carriage Lights, fixed the lighted address unit and secured a 220 voltage line into a water proof box. I couldn't be happier with his work. I would definitely hire Anthony again for any electrical work."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LIMON ELECTRIC & CONSTRUCTION
4.7(
168
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Project: Install an Electric Vehicle Charging Station Professional, efficient, honorable and excellent service. I contacted Limon Electric to install a 220v outlet and level 2 EV charger in my garage. Decided to take a leap of faith and trust that this company would perform the work having never met the electrician in person. Juan came as promised and installed the outlet and charger without me even being home. He was efficient, cleaned up after himself and did an excellent job. Value for service very good. Could not be more pleased. Highly recommend!"
celing fan on concreat
TV wall mount, and recessed lighting installation
Flat screen tv & ressesed
The Old Alameda wells Fargo Bank
The Bank Vault

+20

Response time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Perfect Star Heating , Cooling, & Electrical
4.9(
272
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony was on time and worked solid until the job was completed. I asked him for advice on other electrical matters and he gave me a positive response and suggestions pertaining to them. He did the work very efficiently and was professional."
Lead Install Tech Gilbert Caceres w/New AC Install
Lead Install Tech Gilbert Caceres w/New AC Install
New Furnace Installation
Lead Installers David & Gill on the Job.
Lead Installer David Mendoza hard at work.

+8

Response time4 hrs
1696 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Golden Bay Electric
4.9(
28
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall experience was average. First day of installation was okay until I find out half of the house did not have power. Edgar came back the next day and explained the cause and fixed it with ease. Was getting push back about how everything was installed as it was and there shouldnâ t be any issues, well there was and he graciously came back and fixed the problem. I would definitely use this company in the future."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Towers EC
5.0(
3
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Totally Rewiring and new panel home built in 1947. Professional team on time answering all my questions. Kept me updated daily and what was planned for the next day Very detailed cleaned up throughout day Got the job done within agreed time and stayed on budget. "
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in El Cerrito, CA

To select and hire an electrician for your light switch installation, start by evaluating candidates as you would for any skilled position. Ask detailed questions, request a written quote, and verify their licensing credentials. This careful screening prevents unexpected fees and ensures every aspect of the installation, including any drywall repairs, complies with code.

A light switch can malfunction due to compromised wiring or overheating conditions. Faulty connections and excess heat diminish the switch’s performance. If you hear crackling, popping, or hissing sounds when toggling the switch, this indicates active electrical faults that pose a safety hazard and demand immediate professional inspection. Prompt attention prevents further damage and ensures reliable operation.

Installing a light switch takes 30 minutes or less, on average. The installation time depends on the switch type, with dimmer switches requiring additional time compared to standard on-off switches. While the hardware replacement might be completed in 15 minutes, it's essential to adhere to safety protocols, like turning off the circuit breaker and verifying there's no power, for a safe and code-compliant installation.

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