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Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
188
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Serving Ojai, 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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Fairway Electric
4.5(
676
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very pleased with the quality of the work. None of our lighting, pool equipment or outdoor electrical was working properly and Fairway Electric identified the problem immediately. After running a new line and rewiring existing outlets, we now have power to the entire backyard and it is much safer now."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Wilson Electric
4.5(
199
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Serving Ojai, 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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Response time1 day
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
19
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

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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
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Panel upgrade

+1

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Infinity Electric
5.0(
6
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Service call for outlet was immediately handled by Mike. He recommended the panel to be replaced so he returned the following week and took care of the replacing my panel too. He was professional and personable."
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+4

57 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Powersmart Electric, Inc.
4.5(
32
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brent, James and Tyler did an upgrade of my 50+ year old electrical panel.The upgrade was from a 50amp service to a 200amp service. Very neat installation. They are a very knowledgable company. Very hard workers, they get straight to business upon arrival to job site. Yes I will hire this company again."
Standby generator
Solar Array installation
New 200 amp electrical panel
Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Gold Coast Power Inc.
4.9(
11
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent service. Arrived right on time. Went with me to return a generator which was incompatible with my home. Then went with me to purchase the correct generator. Installed the new one."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar Solar, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Home Electric
4.8(
3
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Serving Ojai, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

Home Electric is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

Response time1 hour
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Ojai, 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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