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3M General Services

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3M General Services

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

3M General Services is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Minh is great."

Mohit J on July 2021

3M General Services is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Minh is great."

Mohit J on July 2021


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Whiteside Electric

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Whiteside Electric

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

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!

"Very easy to work with, great communication! Professional! I am very satisfied with their work!"

Marino x on May 2022

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!

"Very easy to work with, great communication! Professional! I am very satisfied with their work!"

Marino x on May 2022


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Avant Electric, Inc.

4.89(
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Avant Electric, Inc.

4.89(
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Customers say: Quality work
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Avant Electric, Inc! You have found your premier electrical company, we can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. We have a minimum of 125$ per hour with a 2 hour minimum, cost will vary according to size and scope

"They were a great company to work with. They even found me a $600 tax rebate for upgrading my panel that I would not have thought to look for. They were always on time and got things done very quickly. Even the permits were done very fast. Other companies said permits can take 3 or 4 weeks. Avant had it all permitted and completed in 2 weeks."

DIANE F M on August 2023

Welcome to Avant Electric, Inc! You have found your premier electrical company, we can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. We have a minimum of 125$ per hour with a 2 hour minimum, cost will vary according to size and scope

"They were a great company to work with. They even found me a $600 tax rebate for upgrading my panel that I would not have thought to look for. They were always on time and got things done very quickly. Even the permits were done very fast. Other companies said permits can take 3 or 4 weeks. Avant had it all permitted and completed in 2 weeks."

DIANE F M on August 2023


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pyramid electric

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pyramid electric

4.83(
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Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Emergency services offered

Pyramid Electric takes pride in craftsmanship as well as customer service. With 15 years of experience our work is always up to code from residential to commercial work through out the Bay Area. Ask about our EV installation services.

"Reasonable price "

Daniel J on January 2026

Pyramid Electric takes pride in craftsmanship as well as customer service. With 15 years of experience our work is always up to code from residential to commercial work through out the Bay Area. Ask about our EV installation services.

"Reasonable price "

Daniel J on January 2026


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A & J Electrical, LLC

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A & J Electrical, LLC

5.00(
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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Alexis is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Yes my pro did a great job at he’s job."

Gamaliel G on October 2025

Alexis is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Yes my pro did a great job at he’s job."

Gamaliel G on October 2025


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Dalcon Electric

4.56(
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Dalcon Electric

4.56(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
24 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

We are an Electrical Contracting Company providing top quality electrical services to South Bay, East Bay, and the Peninsula! David Lee, the owner of Dalcon Electric, started doing electrical work in the San Jose area over 30 years ago. Then, in 1993, he started Dalcon Electric in San Jose. With over 30 years of experience in both residential and commercial work, we take pride in our expertise and professionalism. We always give you a fair price and can often recommend ways to save you money on your electrical job. We are family owned and operated company! We are also licensed, bonded, and insured! Give us a call today! You’ll be in good hands! Ask about our Angie's List coupon and senior discounts. Award winning. Certified Copalum Installers. SPAN Certified Installers.

"Clear and knowledgeable on what my request"

Howard Y on September 2025

We are an Electrical Contracting Company providing top quality electrical services to South Bay, East Bay, and the Peninsula! David Lee, the owner of Dalcon Electric, started doing electrical work in the San Jose area over 30 years ago. Then, in 1993, he started Dalcon Electric in San Jose. With over 30 years of experience in both residential and commercial work, we take pride in our expertise and professionalism. We always give you a fair price and can often recommend ways to save you money on your electrical job. We are family owned and operated company! We are also licensed, bonded, and insured! Give us a call today! You’ll be in good hands! Ask about our Angie's List coupon and senior discounts. Award winning. Certified Copalum Installers. SPAN Certified Installers.

"Clear and knowledgeable on what my request"

Howard Y on September 2025


MC Electric

4.75(
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MC Electric

4.75(
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37 years of experience

My team and I at MC Electric have served customers from the Bay Area to San Jose and the surrounding areas with highly-qualified fully-insured electricians. Our electricians are known for being responsive, accessible, flexible, and extremely knowledgeable. MC Electric has the skills and expertise necessary to do all electrical work, large or small, on all types of residential, commercial and industrial buildings. All of my work is warranted and 100% satisfaction guaranteed! Don't get shocked twice, get the right contractor. Call Monte at MC Electric.

"Got the job done efficiently and clean. Will be calling again"

Richard H on January 2026

My team and I at MC Electric have served customers from the Bay Area to San Jose and the surrounding areas with highly-qualified fully-insured electricians. Our electricians are known for being responsive, accessible, flexible, and extremely knowledgeable. MC Electric has the skills and expertise necessary to do all electrical work, large or small, on all types of residential, commercial and industrial buildings. All of my work is warranted and 100% satisfaction guaranteed! Don't get shocked twice, get the right contractor. Call Monte at MC Electric.

"Got the job done efficiently and clean. Will be calling again"

Richard H on January 2026


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Apollo Electric

4.97(
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Apollo Electric

4.97(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

We specialize in 200 Amp panel upgrades, multi-family panel upgrades, whole house re-wires, electric vehicle circuits, LED lighting systems (new installations and retrofits), electrical repairs, safety upgrades, fans and troubleshooting for homes, offices and small businesses

"excellent fast response from Chris-owner. He came by same day and repaired the frayed power cord for us and we are good to go. Chris was very professional, timely, respectful and great to work with. We wIll keep his info on hand for any other electrical issues we may have in the future. Would highly recommend this company!!"

yolanda d on December 2024

We specialize in 200 Amp panel upgrades, multi-family panel upgrades, whole house re-wires, electric vehicle circuits, LED lighting systems (new installations and retrofits), electrical repairs, safety upgrades, fans and troubleshooting for homes, offices and small businesses

"excellent fast response from Chris-owner. He came by same day and repaired the frayed power cord for us and we are good to go. Chris was very professional, timely, respectful and great to work with. We wIll keep his info on hand for any other electrical issues we may have in the future. Would highly recommend this company!!"

yolanda d on December 2024


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JC Electric

5.00(
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JC Electric

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
47 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

JC Electric is your electrical contractor in the Bay Area, specializing in residential and commercial electrical solutions. With over 12 years of experience, our licensed and insured electricians deliver top-quality workmanship, from panel upgrades and old wiring to custom lighting and smart home installations. We pride ourselves on our reliability, competitive pricing, and commitment to customer satisfaction. Whether you need a simple repair or a comprehensive electrical system overhaul, we're here to ensure your project is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Contact us today for a free consultation!

"Amazing and efficient work! Offered sound professional advice and solutions at a reasonable rate. "

Steven E on August 2025

JC Electric is your electrical contractor in the Bay Area, specializing in residential and commercial electrical solutions. With over 12 years of experience, our licensed and insured electricians deliver top-quality workmanship, from panel upgrades and old wiring to custom lighting and smart home installations. We pride ourselves on our reliability, competitive pricing, and commitment to customer satisfaction. Whether you need a simple repair or a comprehensive electrical system overhaul, we're here to ensure your project is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Contact us today for a free consultation!

"Amazing and efficient work! Offered sound professional advice and solutions at a reasonable rate. "

Steven E on August 2025


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JC Electric

5.00(
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JC Electric

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

JC Electric is your electrical contractor in the Bay Area, specializing in residential and commercial electrical solutions. With over 12 years of experience, our licensed and insured electricians deliver top-quality workmanship, from panel upgrades and old wiring to custom lighting and smart home installations. We pride ourselves on our reliability, competitive pricing, and commitment to customer satisfaction. Whether you need a simple repair or a comprehensive electrical system overhaul, we're here to ensure your project is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Contact us today for a free consultation

"When the technicians arrived they were very professional before starting the work we did a walk through for the project and it was easy to understand how they will complete the job step by step they were very clean and respectful to my home I had no issues with them they did a great job on my sub panel and fixing my bathroom outlets"

Megha M on February 2025

JC Electric is your electrical contractor in the Bay Area, specializing in residential and commercial electrical solutions. With over 12 years of experience, our licensed and insured electricians deliver top-quality workmanship, from panel upgrades and old wiring to custom lighting and smart home installations. We pride ourselves on our reliability, competitive pricing, and commitment to customer satisfaction. Whether you need a simple repair or a comprehensive electrical system overhaul, we're here to ensure your project is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Contact us today for a free consultation

"When the technicians arrived they were very professional before starting the work we did a walk through for the project and it was easy to understand how they will complete the job step by step they were very clean and respectful to my home I had no issues with them they did a great job on my sub panel and fixing my bathroom outlets"

Megha M on February 2025

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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Palo Alto, CA

While homeowners with substantial electrical knowledge might technically attempt a subpanel installation, most local building departments require permits and inspections for this type of work. Professional electricians understand local code requirements, can obtain necessary permits, and ensure the installation meets safety standards. Given the significant safety risks associated with incorrect electrical work, most homeowners benefit from hiring a licensed professional.

A standard subpanel installation takes an average of four to eight hours. This timeframe may extend if you're installing multiple subpanels or adding specialized circuits like those for spa equipment. Factors such as difficult access points, complex wiring paths, or permit processing times can also affect the overall project duration.

Adding a subpanel doesn't directly reduce electricity consumption or lower your utility bills. A subpanel simply redistributes power from your main panel to additional circuits. However, organizing your electrical system more efficiently may help prevent overloaded circuits and the associated problems. For actual cost savings, consider energy-efficient appliances and lighting instead.

The appropriate subpanel size depends on your specific electrical requirements. Consider the number and type of devices you'll be powering, potential future needs, and the capacity of your main electrical panel. An electrician can perform a load calculation to determine the most suitable amperage rating for your situation, ensuring you have adequate power without overpaying for unnecessary capacity.

A main electrical panel connects directly to your utility's power supply and contains your home's primary service disconnect. It distributes electricity throughout your entire house. A subpanel, by contrast, receives power from the main panel and redistributes it to a specific area of your home. Think of the main panel as the primary distribution point and the subpanel as a secondary branch that extends your electrical system's reach.

While electrical upgrades aren't as immediately visible as kitchen or bathroom renovations, they can contribute to your home's functionality and safety. Prospective buyers often appreciate updated electrical systems that can accommodate modern power demands. A properly installed subpanel that provides additional capacity for workshops, home offices, or future expansions could be an attractive feature for certain buyers, though the direct impact on home value varies by market.

The Palo Alto, CA homeowners’ guide to electrical wiring or panel upgrades

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