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Avatar for Jed Faulkner Electric
Jed Faulkner Electric
5.0(
32
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Serving Palermo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jed went above and beyond installing my new ceiling fan. He had to get some supplies and worked in my hot attic and made sure that it was wired correctly. This involved cutting through the old inside wood 2nd layer roof to get to the hidden electrical wires where he put a junction box and new wiring for the fan and light kit. He stayed longer than necessary and completed the job that night after working all day. He is a consummate professional and I will hire him again. through"
Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CURRENT ENERGY SOLUTIONS
5.0(
12
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Serving Palermo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeremy was able to quickly diagnose and complete my electrical breaker panel issue. My entire panel is updated and was highly professional and knowledgeable about how to solve my problem. Would give 10 stars if possible. Highly recommend for any electrical concern!!"
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16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blessed Family Electric
4.9(
7
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Serving Palermo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason and the Blessed Electric team were awesome to work with. Gave multiple budget options and pros/cons of each for the upgrades and truly let you decide what route you want to go with. Flexible scheduling, fast and efficient. Ill be continuing to use them for additional upgrades at our cafe in the coming months."
Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Huft Home Services
4.9(
461
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Serving Palermo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The folks on both the phone and in person were very nice and always made me feel comfortable to ask questions or raise any concerns I may have had. Highly recommend!"
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Pete Galvany Electric Co.
5.0(
9
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Serving Palermo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent work and customer service! Pete is a skilled electrician and willing to discuss options and ideas for better job outcomes and takes into account what is most suitable to his customer's situation. He is willing to answer any questions regarding the work and provides full dusclosure of costs. We are very pleased with the work and glad we hired him. We will most definitely call Pete for all our electrical work."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DH Electric
5.0(
9
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Serving Palermo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Danny is very honest. He explained to me the electrical work I wanted done was out of his scope of expertise. He went on to say that most electricians would probably tell me the same thing. I appreciate Danny's honesty and will definitely have him do work for me in the near future."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Ilum Solar
4.8(
13
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Serving Palermo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ilum Solar did a great job with our system’s installation. The price was competitive and they use top notch and highest quality components such as Enphase microinverters. I have referred them to friends and family and they have also installed systems for them!"
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El Dorado Hills Groundmount

+33

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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OROVILLE ELECTRIC
5.0(
8
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Serving Palermo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jim Carrilo was a pleasure to work with He upgraded my service panel from 100 to 200 amps He was patient with my requests and answered all of my questions promptly and professionally The work was quick and tidy a job well done"
Main Panel Upgrade
Main Panel Upgrade
new 200 amp main
kitchen wall
Kitchen wall

+10

Response time4 hrs
Response rate87%
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Palermo, 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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