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Apollo Electric
4.8(
183
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ted and his crew were prompt, professional and got the job done in the time estimated. They understand how to deal with permitting, inspections and scheduling each step in the process. Specifically, Ted is very familiar with local nuances in each city, related to inspections. My house, being an older structure with older wiring and an oddly placed riser pole, was not a straight forward project, but it was no problem for the crew. They completed the work as planned, kept a clean job site and were very courteous throughout the project. I was very pleased with the work done by the Apollo and would hire them again and highly recommend them to others."
Original 1960's Zinsco Panel
Old Zinsco Breakers
New 200 amp Panel
Final Product with stucco matched perfectly
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+64

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Rashid Kaddoura
4.8(
129
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very satisfied with the work done by this company. They replaced the electrical panel in my home. They were very professional and did quality work for a fair price. I will use them for future projects."
Response time10 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Dalcon Electric
4.5(
430
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I loved working with Dalcon. From the estimate and working with Zachary to the excellent wiring by Reggie and Christian, they are very professional. I had an ancient main panel replace with a newer larger main panel. In addition they added 6 new circuits. The main panel wiring was so well done that the inspector said he had not seen work that good in years. Dalcon is expensive but I believe that it was well worth it."
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+9

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
A R P Electric
4.8(
87
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ahmed, did submit a Estimate & we want additional work, so he is going to submit Estimate for this extra work. We like his Estimate for the 1st Project, & we are waiting for the Estimate for the 2nd part. His suggestions & ideas were great ones & we plan on Hiring him to do our Electrical Project"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Dalcon, Inc.
4.7(
84
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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 rate88%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JC Electric
5.0(
9
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

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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

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CA Electrical Group 24/7
4.7(
61
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. I needed to upgrade my electric panel, Ben did an excellent job very professional. Installing switches, circuit breaker panels, relays, and other electrical control and distribution equipment was the right call. I look at several electricians with reasonable prices and CA Electrical Group was definitely the right call. I will highly recommend CA Electrical Group to all my friends. What was important to me was his daily commitment to start and finish the job the dates we agreed on."
apartment rewire
main service panel upgrade multi meters
tesla
new 3 phase commercial electrical panel
solar ready main panel

+123

Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Indaspec, LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yep, Indaspec is a five start company. They were responsive and professional. The system we got has boosted our 2003 system and cost 1/5th the price. It will pay itself off in 3 years, possibly less. They were efficient in the installation - took about 1.2 days. The connection between our system and the app on our phones is super easy and now my husband and I have been high- fiving each other once we find out how much the new system is producing. Get the solar, Guys! This company is a gem! The office manager is a sweetheart and the bidding process was easy. The installer was a man of few words for me (I didn't really know anything about the tech part), but took time to speak to my curious and informed contractor husband. He was patient and explained everything so that my husband felt satisfied that he was doing right by our beloved and somewhat coddled home."
Damaged Panels
Damaged Panel Removal
Damaged Panel Close Up
New Panel Install
New Panel- a perfect match

+9

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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GAETAWAY ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
13
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jacob installed my new EV charger. He did an excellent job taking great care in cutting my drywall in the garage to access the main panel outside and then place the wiring in a manner that was as hidden as possible- all at a very fair price. I would recommend him highly and will call on him for future jobs."
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 time10 hrs
Response rate88%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Palo Alto, 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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