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Fregoso Electric Service
4.8(
176
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Luis found a bad connection in a circuit that failed, replaced an outlet and a wall switch. He fixed a problem that actually had been building up for a year and a half after the last electrician did a dangerous hack and charged double. Very professional and kind. Highly recommend Fregoso Electric and will hire them again."
Shower lights
Vanity lights
200 amp service upgrade
200 amp service upgrade
New 200 amp main-panel

+23

Response time8 hrs
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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HKY Electric & Communications
5.0(
69
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"HKY Electric did an excellent job installing an outdoor outlet. Yousif's communication was excellent, he showed up on time, and he presented multiple solutions to our installation issue, allowing us to select the most cost-effective option for our family. We would definitely use his services again."
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project

+117

Response time4 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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MJ Electric
4.7(
351
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent, MJ Electric responded quickly and was able to complete the installation of my ceiling Fan. Mike was very accommodating and was respectful of our home. I would definitely hire MJ Electric again."
Indoor Light Fixture Installation
Indoor Light Fixture Installation
Indoor Light Fixture Installation
Indoor Light Fixture Installation
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+12

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Carvin Electric
5.0(
18
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Because of some internet issues on my side, this will be the third time I've written this review. I'm pointing this out because Marvin's work is so good that it is totally worth the effort for me to keep trying. Carvin Electric, which Marvin leads, is the model of what a contractor should be...reasonable, fast, super easy to work with, and incredibly reliable. Marvin and team did exactly what we asked and then some. He had great ideas of ways to improve our project, and never tried to gouge us for changes or upgrades. He worked around a difficult timeline and circumstances, and his work was absolutely perfect. I'm not sure I could recommend Carvin highly enough. Amazing!!"
Dwight upgrade
Panel Upgrade,  24kw Generac Install
Verifying power to all equipment
Panel Upgrade,  24kw Generac Install
View of conduit offsets

+37

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mister Sparky Electric
5.0(
9
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I can’t speak highly enough about Jason and his team at Mr Sparky North County for the work they do at my home in Carlsbad. I needed a number of small electrical jobs done at my home and had previously had other Electricians out who were way expensive for installing new outlets, and updating my old ones. I found them polite, knowledgeable and performed the work quickly, and cleaned up after themselves"
Electrical
218 neighbors recently requested a quote
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That's Right Electric, Inc.
5.0(
10
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The contractor got the job done professionally and done right the first time! Great service! Absolutely recommend hiring That’s Right Electric!!!"
Response time3 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Kent Electrical Services Inc.
4.3(
17
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Earl was great, it was raining hard for San Diego standards and gave me a call that he would be a little late. Once he was here he took his time to understand what the problem was and help us uncover 3 issues that we were having with one of them being a potential fire hazard. I would definitely recommend his work for anyone needing help with electrical issues. Thank you for your service to our country as well!"
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+11

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in El Cajon, 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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