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Perfect Star Heating , Cooling, & Electrical
4.9(
270
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony was on time and worked solid until the job was completed. I asked him for advice on other electrical matters and he gave me a positive response and suggestions pertaining to them. He did the work very efficiently and was professional."
Lead Install Tech Gilbert Caceres w/New AC Install
Lead Install Tech Gilbert Caceres w/New AC Install
New Furnace Installation
Lead Installers David & Gill on the Job.
Lead Installer David Mendoza hard at work.

+8

Response time4 hrs
1656 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Hamilton Electric
5.0(
58
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very knowledgeable and was able to come out to my home last minute. He was relatable, professional, and provided great customer service. His rates were fair and offered excellent value for the quality of work provided. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs an electrician. I will definitely be using his services again in the future!"
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Charge controller

+41

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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IC Electric
5.0(
16
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quality work

"I purchased a small wine cooler from Wayfair and needed installation. Before that could be done, I need electrical to the cabinet where the wine cooler would go. Ivan did the whole job for me and it looks great! I can hardly wait to use it! Ivan and his assistant were diligent and cleaned up the mess that gets made when doing work of this kind. He communicated everything that I needed to know and was very professional. I will definitely use him again."
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+3

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Mendez Electric
4.8(
51
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

" We highly recommend Mendez Electric for any electrical and/or general construction work you need done on your home. We hired Mendez Electric, a multi-generational family business, in 2024 at the recommendation of a neighbor who had used them to completely rewire their 100-year-old home in Berkeley's Elmwood neighborhood. Mendez Electric did a full inspection and report of our electric system, which still included a lot of knob and tube. We ultimately hired Mendez Electric to undertake a major electrical project (six figure project) for our older home which included: 1) a complete system/wiring upgrade and installation of a 300 amp service panel upgrade. This work included all relevant permitting and coordination with PGE. Mendez Electric’s staff are highly knowledgeable, efficient, communicative, competitively priced and focused on high customer service. We have hired Mendez Electric in subsequent months to handle several smaller general construction projects, e.g., cement/sidewal"
Response time8 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in Orinda, CA

To select and hire an electrician for your light switch installation, start by evaluating candidates as you would for any skilled position. Ask detailed questions, request a written quote, and verify their licensing credentials. This careful screening prevents unexpected fees and ensures every aspect of the installation, including any drywall repairs, complies with code.

A light switch can malfunction due to compromised wiring or overheating conditions. Faulty connections and excess heat diminish the switch’s performance. If you hear crackling, popping, or hissing sounds when toggling the switch, this indicates active electrical faults that pose a safety hazard and demand immediate professional inspection. Prompt attention prevents further damage and ensures reliable operation.

Installing a light switch takes 30 minutes or less, on average. The installation time depends on the switch type, with dimmer switches requiring additional time compared to standard on-off switches. While the hardware replacement might be completed in 15 minutes, it's essential to adhere to safety protocols, like turning off the circuit breaker and verifying there's no power, for a safe and code-compliant installation.

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