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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."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Emanuel Morales Electric
5.0(
28
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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
4.6(
151
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Came out the next morning and checked out the electrical outlets. The problem was we plugged in a coffee grinder and the cord flamed out. The electrician came out the next morning, because he knew this could be a big problem. After checking all the outlets on the circuit, determined it was an old, 30 year old coffee grinder. Our mind was at rest."
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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ARECHIGA POWER
5.0(
9
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ray gave me a call while I was in the process of finding an electrician to troubleshoot a wiring problem at our office space. I told him that some of the outlets were working while some of them were temperamental. Ray came to the office with a sense of urgency, and not only checked out the electrical panel, but looked at every individual outlet that was not working. He explained what the problem was in great detail, and was very confident that he could fix the problem, and scheduled for two of his workers to come out the following day to tackle the issue. They were able to fix it in about an hour, and everything is working perfectly now. I immediately asked for a way to give a review, so here I am right now. 10/10!!!"
Living room
Kitchen
Meter Main Panel Upgrade
Meter Main Panel Upgrade
Meter Main Panel Upgrade

+36

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Mendez Electric
4.4(
63
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"We highly recommend Mendez Electric for any electrical and/or general construction work you need done on your home. We hired Mendez Electric, a multi-generational family business, in 2024 at the recommendation of a neighbor who had used them to completely rewire their 100-year-old home in Berkeley's Elmwood neighborhood. Mendez Electric did a full inspection and report of our electric system, which still included a lot of knob and tube. We ultimately hired Mendez Electric to undertake a major electrical project (six figure project) for our older home which included: 1) a complete system/wiring upgrade and installation of a 300 amp service panel upgrade. This work included all relevant permitting and coordination with PGE. Mendez Electric’s staff are highly knowledgeable, efficient, communicative, competitively priced and focused on high customer service. We have hired Mendez Electric in subsequent months to handle several smaller general construction projects, e.g., cement/sidewal"
Response time8 hrs
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Golden Bay Electric
4.9(
29
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were prompt. Efficient.knowledgeable, helpful.professional and friendly. It was a pleasure to wirk with Edgar and they did a wonderful job. When he cane for the estimate he educated me on how to choose my ceiling fan and emwhat was involved. Made the whole process easy. They will be my electricians for all my future electrical work. Five stars!"
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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LIMON ELECTRIC & CONSTRUCTION
4.6(
213
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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

"Juan knows what he is doing! Very professional and flexible. He will answer your questions 24/7. I Will highly recommend his company for any electrical project. Job well done. Kudos to juan."
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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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NextLine Electric, Inc.
5.0(
6
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hector S did a great job installing light fixtures and switches for our house. He’s very knowledgeable, works fast and is a real pro. Highly recommended."
Backup generator
Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Perfect Star Heating , Cooling, & Electrical
4.9(
334
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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
1806 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%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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