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Apollo Electric
4.8(
180
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. Prompt responses to all my questions both in person and over email. Electrician arrived on time for both the circuit installation as well as meeting with the city inspector for permit sign off on the follow-up appointment. Installation work was very clean and neat since I am very keen on attention to detail. Highly recommend!"
Original 1960's Zinsco Panel
Old Zinsco Breakers
New 200 amp Panel
Final Product with stucco matched perfectly
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+64

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Dalcon, Inc.
4.8(
78
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Carlos F. was very professional and courteous. He was able to fix my electrical issue promptly & kudos to Dalcon, Inc for providing same day service. Great work & customer service. Would definitely recommend!"
SPAN Smart Panel
SPAN Smart Panel
Los Gatos Multi Meter
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
A R P Electric
4.9(
79
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ahmed installed multiple recessed lights, light fixtures, outlet & switch upgrades throughout my house at a reasonable rate. He is competent, professional, and easy to work with. After completing the project, he went over all the new light fixtures with me to make sure I was satisfied. I highly recommend this company and will definitely use him again for my future electrical projects."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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GAETAWAY ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
12
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Not only was the job done in a timely fashion but was very clean… the customer service was top tier! …. Communication, punctuality, and sense of pride in their work lets you know you hired the right contractor for the job! …. They left the work area cleaner then it was before they arrived.. the work I had done was a panel upgrade and also install my Tesla EV charger… real game changer no more stopping at superchargers to charge my Tesla!…. Thank you to Gaetaway electric I’m able to commute to work an home no more pit stops!"
Exterior LED lighting and address
Pergola ceiling fan/lighting.
Tesla home electric vehicle charging station and conduit install.
Commercial LED high bay lighting.
Generac home electric vehicle charging station, conduit/outlet install.

+9

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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JC Electric
5.0(
9
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired JC Electric (Jaime) for two projects: a panel upgrade and an EV charging installation. In both cases, Jaime was meticulous, reliable, and highly skilled, ensuring the projects were completed on time. Beyond his expertise, he is an honest and trustworthy professional. I would gladly work with him again on future projects and highly recommend his services."
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+51

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LIGHTLINE ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
1
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Joe from lightline electric was great took good care of me and my family. Loved that he took time to make sure I know my choices and helped me understand PG&E and how to work with them. "
Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JC Electric
5.0(
7
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We contracted JC Electric to install an outlet in our bathroom, install an overhead fan , replace a hanging lamp over our kitchen table, add two timers to light switches, and brought our electric box up to code. We were very impressed with Jaimie and his staff. Very professional, very good at communicating with us. We found JC Electric (Jaimie) to be very honest and reliable. We highly recommend him."
Federal Pacific Panel
Federal Pacific Panel
Discoloration
Demoed out
100a 20/40 Space Sub Panel Replacement

+1

Response time1 day
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical switches, outlets & fixtures install or repair projects in Palo Alto, 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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