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Avatar for Tail Gunner Electric
Tail Gunner Electric
4.9(
117
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arrived as scheduled despite some transportation problems. Max was very personable and offered great customer service. Diagnosed several possible solutions to our wiring problem and worked diligently to resolve an unusual and difficult issue. Recommend this company without reservation for all electrical work."
EV charger
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Charles Viereck Electric
4.9(
199
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Charles did a great job - quick diagnosis, efficient repair, and he explained and showed me everything that needed to be done. He also had the needed part in his truck. What I appreciated the most was when I asked if I needed an all new electrical panel for my 44 year old house. It was an easy opportunity to talk me into a much bigger job, but his honesty told me it wasn't necessary. That's a guy I can trust! I will be using him again in a few months for a number of other electrical jobs. Thanks, Charles."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Target Electric & Solar
4.8(
305
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with Target Electric. I have a 40+ year old home which was having electrical outages. Sean opened up the circuit box and showed me all the corrosion that had occurred and was causing the problems. Target was able to replace all the circuit breakers and amazingly many outlets that hadn't worked in years came back to life. I also asked for additional work and my home has been upgraded from ancient florescent lighting to more energy efficient LED's as well as switch plates and outlets. I have so much more light in my kitchen and garage than before. A week later we realized we had not shown them the utility room so they came back and took care of that as well They were also concerned about my pets safety and security during the work. They were so nice and understanding about about my home issues and fixed everything. I think this upgrade also increased my home's value."
Service and Repairs 10% Off
18kw Hybrid Inverter and 31kwh Battery Tower with close loop communications to smart phone
Roughed in for meter release local jurisdiction
Service and Repairs 10% Off
Corresponding electrical work tie in with utility

+500

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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JP3 Electric
5.0(
25
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Justin did a fantastic job updating our old electric panel, replacing a porch light, and adding a new GFCI outlet. He was able to get our jobs squeezed in within 2 days. Very courteous, professional, and detail oriented. He was recommended from a friend, and Justin is my new go-to electrician. I highly recommend him."
Panel
Outlet
Panelboard
Panelboard
Kitchen Lighting

+3

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Walter Electric
4.5(
74
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I didn't know the rooms could be this well lit. We had some additional recessed lighting and ceiling fan/light fixtures installed (among other things). We hired Walter Electric a couple years ago to do a major upgrade on the home electrical/lighting, which turned out great, and so it was very good to be able to get them again. Keith had some great suggestions and it's really livened up the space. They are friendly, accomodating, and have great workmanship. Just really nice experience all around."
 Energy Efficient Lighting Design
Creative Accent Lighting
LED Soffit Lighting
Creative Solutions
Mood Lighting

+2

Response time7 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Anderson Electric
4.7(
103
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Anderson Electric Encinitas for any electrical job needed for residential or commercial work. This company did a excellent job on our house !! I definitely will be using them again."
 Barn entrance switches and GFI receptacle.
 conduit, j-box, feeding interior and exterior bar
 Special modification for customer's desired effec
Conduit and lights, couldn't fit 3rd light into ph
 Conduit routed from barn to tack room

+5

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Burgin Brothers Electric, Inc.
4.6(
46
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"When I ask for an estimate (or take the time to create one for client's in my own business) I actually expect the estimate to mention potential issues that might arise and increase the cost of the project, and I certainly want to make sure I understand the scope of the work. If my estimate is a little bit below the final cost few people have problems. On the other hand if I just don't take the time consider some of the potential issues and think about solutions but just dash off a quote, then I believe I need to stay within the numbers. After all estimates are an important part of the work - they take some time to do well even if you don't get the job. That is part of the $150 per hour some electricians charge. I liked both the electrician and his scheduler and appreciated how quickly they responded to my request for a quote and the portion of the work that was done seems to be working fine. Unfortunately the electrician just didn't really take the time to investigate the full scope of the job so his estimate wasn't even half of what was charged to do just the portion of the job they were able to complete. What they billed us $1100 for was quoted by another electrician at $400. I believe this company may well be a great choice for basic wiring in your home but I think he was not sufficiently familiar with the sort of work we needed done in our warehouse. He would have done us both a favor by admitting this in the beginning rather than when he handed me the bill."
New Fan Install
New Fan Installed
New Fan Installed
Above ground power lines
Original panel location

+22

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Fregoso Electric Service
4.8(
177
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired Fregoso Electric Service to run a new electrical line. Luis was great to work with. He was responsive, provided excellent service and we could not ask for anything more."
Shower lights
Vanity lights
200 amp service upgrade
200 amp service upgrade
New 200 amp main-panel

+23

Response time8 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Carvin Electric
Carvin Electric
5.0(
21
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Marvin is an absolute PROFESSIONAL!!!! Marvin was on time, had a fair price and was very knowledgeable, his electrical expertise was evident in his work product. The panel he did for me is truly a work of art. I would definitely recommend his work to anyone"
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
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for MJ Electric
MJ Electric
4.7(
355
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Highly recommend MJ ELECTRIC. Roque came to our house. We explained to him what we wanted. He gave us the options. Work started when we requested. Mario and Michael came out and were very knowledgeable, professional and respected our home. The kitchen wiring upgrade was completed in 3 days. The County came out and the inspection passed with flying colors. Great company, super employees."
Indoor Light Fixture Installation
Indoor Light Fixture Installation
Indoor Light Fixture Installation
Indoor Light Fixture Installation
Additional Photos

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in La Jolla, 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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