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Top-Rated Electrical wiring or panel upgrade pros in La Jolla - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for FullemTec Electric
FullemTec Electric
5.0(
13
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"High quality work installing a 50 Amp line for an induction cooktop. Great work at a great price. Scheduling was easy and efficient. The technicians were exactly on time. The drywall repairs were well done and not much more expensive."
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La Jolla
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La Jolla

+3

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Target Electric & Solar
4.8(
310
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I live "off the grid" so 100% of my electricity is from solar panels and battery storage. Recently my 21 year old system was starting to fail forcing me to continually run my generator. After researching and spending a large amount of time reading reviews online I contacted TARGET ELECTRIC & SOLAR for a quote. The next day they sent out an ELECTRICIAN to assess my needs and requirements. The following day I had a formal written quote. I had a few minor changes so they revised the quote. I told them I had an upcoming surgery scheduled so the timing was critical. I had just gone to Costco and loaded my freezer with over $300 in frozen food and that was going to melt down. The owner of Target Electric offered to let me put my food in his church/community centers freezers. I used my own church's freezers. Who does that? Target Electric laid out a three tier payment schedule and we got the project started. The components were shipped directly to my home and within a day or two the cre"
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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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MJ Electric
4.7(
357
)
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%
4 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
36 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
Avatar for Burgin Brothers Electric, Inc.
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

"Burgin Brothers Electric Inc. was just the electrical company I needed to update my wiring. I recently did a remodel of the back unit of my duplex and Mark helped me with the electrical part of it. Mark and his company were so gracious and helped me out tremendously by also installing a kitchen hood vent and a bathroom exhaust fan. He is also extremely affordable. How I know this is that in the recent past I had an electrician add two circuits to my front unit. That electrician was extremely expensive and did not even complete the work, and other estimates I was given for my back unit were also just as expensive. I strongly advise that if you have Mark and his company come do any work for you, don't let anyone else handle your breaker panel; let him take over. He will clean it up for you. Any new circuits you have installed will be up to code. Mark knows how to analyze your system and will put in the proper safety features. He is remarkable, patient and helped me plan out my system so that it would work efficiently. I am very satisfied with Mark and his work ethic and I highly recommend Burgin Brothers Electric Inc."
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
Avatar for Carvin Electric
Carvin Electric
5.0(
22
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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

"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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Fregoso Electric Service
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
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Electrical Insight, Inc.
4.5(
46
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They had electricians available the same day and someone got to the house within 3-4 hours of my call. It was the replacement of a circuit breaker. I felt the price was reasonable (actual price was $75 less than the prepaid HomeAdvisor/Angi rate that supposedly included a 20% discount). I have no regrets and will definitely be contacting them in the future if I need an electrician."
Electrical Projects
Electrical Projects
Electrical Projects
Electrical Projects
Electrical Projects

+45

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
2 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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