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Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
188
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Serving Palm Desert, 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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C G Electric
5.0(
15
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I’m so glad I hired Chris for my electrical panel upgrade and to replace all of the outlets in my house. He was professional, knowledgeable and clean. I will be hiring him for all of my future electrical needs."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wilson Electric
4.5(
199
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Serving Palm Desert, 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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Home Team Electric
4.9(
162
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Whole house power flicker issue: We had Home Team Electric check on our issue, once to check our breaker panel (initially found no noticeable issues) before calling power company (who claimed their side was not the issue), and once after the power company. This second visit resolved the hidden neutral wire issue with the insulation involved in a screw-down spot; improper and burnt for who knows how long. Mike A. was a literal life saver, since the breaker panel could have had a catastrophic failure and fire. HTE would not leave without finding the issue , which made us feel safe and confident about their commitment. I would definitely recommend Home Team Electric for any electrical work in the home!"
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The Home Team Family
Technician Colt Cooper
Owners Frank & Corrine Luersen
General manager- Frank Luersen

+34

Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Rhythm Electric, LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Terry is very professional and managed a job with multiple aspects, including exterior and interior lighting upgrades. He provided good recommendations when I wasn't sure of the direction to go, even making extra trips to show samples before I made purchase decisions. I highly recommend Rhythm Electric for their customized service."
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+3

Response time8 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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C T C ELECTRIC
5.0(
8
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

"I was skeptical to hire an electrician due to my natural distrust of contractors due to prior bad experiences. C T C electric was a breath of fresh air. The electrician priced the job fairly, showed up on time and finished the job without any issues. C T C electric kept the job sight clean ( my home ) throughout the electrical repair work. Thank you C T C electric for the great work and integrity in doing business fairly."
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sol Power
5.0(
3
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excellence Electric
4.8(
292
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When we decided to get recessed lighting in our family room, we knew we would call Raymond and his team at Excellence Electric. They had done an amazing job completely replacing our old electrical panel a few years ago. As we expected, Raymond got back to us in a very timely manner, and he and his team started the work immediately thereafter. His team consists of very skilled technicians who can do it all. They even did the drywall repair. Once they did the job in our front room, it looked so incredible, we had them do the whole house. What a difference it has made! It was the single most amazing upgrade we could have made to our home. Many thanks to the fantastic team at Excellence. They were all professional, efficient, and so incredibly nice. The peace of mind we have knowing that we can rely on Excellence for all our electrical needs and issues is beyond measure."
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+18

Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Palm Desert, 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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