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Kissel Electric
4.9(
334
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Newport Coast, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian Kissel was very easy to work with from estimate to project completion. He handled the city permit, SCE inspections, stucco repair, and of course, installation of our new exterior circuit breaker panel. Highly recommend Kissel Electric."
Complete remodels
Complete remodels
Complete remodels
Complete remodels
Complete remodels

+46

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Excellence Electric, Inc.
4.8(
297
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Newport Coast, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellence Electric is just that: excellent on every level. They did a panel upgrade and install of a level 2 electric car charger. The company is family owned (father and son). They did a tremendous job at a very good price. Their attention to detail and workmanship was remarkable. They had to run conduit up the back of my house. They matched the paint at Home Depot that perfectly blended with our house color. Such personable, honest people. Ray jr. told me as he was walking from the job: any problems, or concerns, we’ll take care of it no questions asked. I could not more highly recommend!"
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Joe Electric
4.5(
96
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Newport Coast, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe's Electric returned my care within minutes of me contacting them. I had a technician in my home in 1.5 hrs. Who quickly identified and fixed the problem within 35-45 minutes. They saved me from losing a whole day of work and it was worth the cost vs loss I would have incurred."
Response time2 days
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Mattiace Electric
5.0(
69
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Newport Coast, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"amazing! so much electrical knowledge and was able to do everything i needed in a quick timely manor! ive used him several times and will continue to do so."
Electrical Project
Emporia Home monitoring electrical system
50 amp outdoor  EV charger
400 pound chandelier install
Electrical Project

+38

Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Wilson Electric
4.5(
199
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Newport Coast, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an outstanding experience with Wilsons Electric. Their team was professional, punctual, and completed all of the work with exceptional quality and attention to detail. They installed a dedicated outlet for our carpet cutting machine, new light fixtures in our electrical room, and an additional power outlet in our lobby. From start to finish, communication was excellent, the work area was kept clean, and everything was completed safely and efficiently. It's refreshing to work with a contractor that takes pride in their craftsmanship and delivers exactly what they promise. I highly recommend Wilsons Electric for any commercial or residential electrical needs. We'll definitely be using them again for future projects."
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+5

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
19
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Newport Coast, 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

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alset Electric
4.8(
70
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Newport Coast, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eduardo at Alset Electrical was absolutely amazing! On time, professional and friendly. The prices were very reasonable and he completed the work timely. Will definitely hire again and again for all of my electrical needs - no need to look any further for me."
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
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Steve Cavenee Electric Inc
4.5(
681
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Newport Coast, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have been having Steve and his electrician helping me for years. They are always reliable and easy to work with. Always happy with them. But the recent electrician who came to help super amazing work. Thank you Luis and Anthony. 1. They figured out different options methodically and came up with the best route of option to increase the AMP to the guest house. They clearly communicate the options to me and provide recommendations.  2. They also fixed the lutron switch connected light that does not completely turn off when switched off using lutron switch 3. They also fixed the string light that has been so dimmed, instead of light up with full brightness, which has not been able to be fixed by other electricians who have been in the house 4. Even with the electric panel that is a little bit bigger, they figured out a way to fit it in, within the box, instead of having the box to be completely removed as previously recommended. I would give these two electrician 7 out of 5 stars"
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+30

Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Newport Coast, 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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