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Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
188
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"William and his team did a fantastic job upgrading our meter panel. They took care of all the permits and had the job done on time and on schedule. They were extremely communicative throughout the entire process and I would use them for all electrical services in the future."
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Higher Power Electrical Contractor
4.8(
55
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This was such an easy process all due to Higher Power. They coordinated everything from permits to inspections to turn off and ons. All while I was away and constantly kept in contact with progress. Absolutely blown away by the service I received. For reference I had them upgrade my electrical panel from 100 to 200 AMPs, install an EV charger, and swapped two entry way lights. Both lights were over 14 feet high."
Panel Upgrade
New 200 amp panel
Mission Viejo Panel Upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel Upgrade

+4

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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C G Electric
5.0(
15
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"CG Electric did an excellent job when he upgraded my residential panel. He performed the work in a timely manner and effectively. He was very professional and kept me informed on each step."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wilson Electric
4.5(
199
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wilson Electric is very honest, reliable and responsive and reasonable. What a pleasure it was to deal with them.My rental had no heating. When I purchased it I was told it had heating in the ceiling and it didn't work. I also thought I would need to upgrade my circuit breaker box. Steve came out, checked it out and said all I needed was thermostats and two circuit breakers as the original ones for the bedrooms had been used for the washer and dryer hookups."
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+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
19
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"I got a few estimates to get more power out to my studio. Everyone quoted me about 4K to upgrade my panel and get dedicated line out to my studion. These guys were to only ones that looked for a better/more economical solution. I sent a pic of my panel and he remembered that I upgraded my kitchen a while back but noticed that my electric stove had it's own dedicated line. He asked me, did you convert to gas when you remodeled? I said yes and he said, great, we take the line that was dedicated to the stove and we use that. It saved me $1500 and it worked perfectly. I would absolutely hire again!"
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade

+1

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Direct Electric Company
4.6(
151
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

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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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alset Electric
4.8(
67
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eddie did a great job from start to finish installing my new upgraded electrical panel and the price was right. I was very pleased with the service. I highly recommend for all your electrical needs."
Transformer
Beautiful chandelier set up power with switch and put chandelier together piece by piece
Lighting for kitchen counters with a switch..  you can turn on and off..  really cool looking.. something different..
Trenching
Trenching

+62

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Prime Electric Solutions
Prime Electric Solutions
4.7(
24
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently used prime electric to update my panel and add a dedicated line for my washer and dryer. Let me tell you they did such an amazing job very clean work and for a great price as well. They were so professional and friendly. I definitely recommend there services and will be calling them back again for any other electrical maintenance needed for my home."
Tesla EV Charger installed next to the main electrical panel.
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Main panel upgrades are our specialty, servicing hundreds of customers a year. As our culture evolves and we require more electricity to power our home amenities, we make sure to provide a service that will exceed your expectations professionally, we process all permits with the city and schedule inspections for this service to comply with current laws.

+15

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Lake Elsinore, 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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