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Nelson Electric
5.0(
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Serving Elmira, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Were they everything you wanted and more? I got exactly what I needed done. I had an old electrical panel that was over 70 years old. It needed replacement and Nelson Electric did their job. Did they job get done right and efficiently? Yes. The biggest challenge was getting the permits. I had to wait two months for my city to approve the work but once done, Nelson Electric done their work right. The owner tried his best to minimize the downtime for no power in my house. The main work took about three hours and I was back with electricity again. How was customer service? Customer service is top notch. The owner acted professional and he even looked professional by wearing clean clothes and he even combed his hair to look presentable. I didn't feel I was working with an average guy on the street. I felt I was working with a professional."
Lighting on dimmers.
New ceiling fan and recessed can lights.
Weather proof outlet cover keeps plug covered while still plugged in.
This family had great lights to install to really make the holidays special for their family
Transfer switch panel with safety devices keeping the utility good separate from you generator. Panel has watt meters installed

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Buzz Electric 2
4.8(
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Serving Elmira, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert from Buzz Electric did a very good job of installing light fixtures and replacing light fan in the bathroom. He removed the rusted old fan carefully using electric saw. It took good amount of time but work quality was great. I will recommend Buzz Electric for anyone who needs large or small work done in their home or office."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DJ3 Electric
4.8(
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Serving Elmira, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am super thrilled with my new electric gate. Don was able to reuse a solar panel that I had to make this automatic gate run on solar power. I highly recommend him for all your electrical needs. So far he has upgraded my electrical panel from a 100 to a 200, installed solar lights and camera, installed a new ceiling fan and new motion sensing lights in my barn."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A Better Electrical Company Inc
5.0(
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Serving Elmira, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding work! I needed some rewiring done, can lights installed in the kitchen, multiple outlets and switches changed out prior to selling my house. I also had the breaker box upgraded in the garage. They did all the work with just to visits. Some items had to be ordered. Great work! Fantastic clean up! Friendly and polite! Offered me a military discount without me even asking! If I ever need electrical work again these are the folks I'm going to and you should too!"
EV Charging Station
Ceiling Fan Instal
Electrical Panel
Electrical Panel
Ceiling Fan Install

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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Proper Power Electric
5.0(
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Serving Elmira, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired proper power electric to update lighting and switches in our home. Forest and foster showed up on time. They were professional and in sync with each other. We added recessed lighting, fan ,and outdoor lights to our new home. Forest made suggestion to add another switch down the hallway to make it easier to turn off lights when going to the room. Both were knowledgeable, helpful and very friendly. They even helped my neighbor with their solar panel system. We had a great experience and will definitely hire again."
Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Gubruds Services
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Serving Elmira, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

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"I was pleasantly surprised when Alexis from Gubrud's Services responded to my Angi post the next day. She was very polite and clearly explained the services, and booked and later expedited my appointment to the same day. How great is that! When Ace arrived, he was very patient and friendly and walked me through what needed to be done. He completed the tasks, leaving everything clean and neat, within a couple hours. I couldn't be more pleased with his help. I highly recommend Gubrud's for electrical repairs."
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37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Elmira, 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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