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Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pasadena, 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 time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Power Up Electric Inc
4.8(
648
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"PowerUp Electric did an extensive rewiring of my parent's 1914 home. The wiring was a real mess with a mix old and new wiring. Gabriel, Martin, and Frank were wonderful. We really appreciated their attention to every detail, their follow-up, and expertise! Prior to hiring PowerUp, we had a few other electricians come out to see what was needed, but we did not feel comfortable with their knowledge of how to extensively rewire the home. Frank came out and was very thorough in his evaluation of the current wiring and what was needed to bring the wiring up-to-date. Gabriel worked with us to give us a very competitive price and was extremely accommodating in his working with all the other contractors onsite: pluming, plaster repair, flooring, framers, etc at the same time. We felt that the whole team, Gabriel, Martin, and Frank worked well together and quickly performed all the work needed and helped us make critical decisions with regard to recommended work. At the very end, we had a very old candelabra which had sentimental value which was shorted out. Martin took the candelabra back to the shop and completely fixed it! We are very pleased with PowerUp Electric and would recommend them for any project! We certainly will hire them again if we need any further electrical work!"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chris The Electrician
4.8(
53
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Work was completed in the timely manner. Chris was upfront about what could and could not be done in relocating the electrical outlet. The areas of the house where Chris and his assistant work were left with any excess work materials cleaned up.

I would call Chris again in the future for my electrical needs.


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Recommended by97%of homeowners
JSA Electrical Services, Inc.
4.8(
30
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John of JSA Electrical Services is a very nice, kind, honest man, as well as an excellent electrician! He installed in-ground landscape lighting in my front and back yards under Japanese maple trees and did other major, significant electrical repairs in my garage and house. I will definitely use his electrical services again and will recommend him very highly to others."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JOHNSON ELECTRIC
4.7(
245
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I can't recommend Ken Johnson and his team, enough. They gave me a reasonable rate for a brand new electric panel and installed it in only a couple of hours. They even made sure to keep my refrigerator hooked up to power so it stayed cool. Of course, they are following Covid protocols, and were very efficient in their time. They did a really good job on the panel. I would absolutely hire these gentlemen again."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HONEY BEE ELECTRIC INC.
5.0(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’re so happy we were recommened Honeybee Electirc. Hector upgraded our electrical panel and also installed the connector for an EV charging station. The whole job went really smoothly from start to finish. Everything passed Edison inspection with no problems, which gave us a lot of peace of mind. He was friendly, professional, and just really easy to work with. What we appreciated most was that he didn’t just do the panel upgrade and leave, he also took the time to help organize and clean up our electrical system overall, which was above and beyond what we expected. It’s hard to find someone who does great work and is also kind and personable, but he really checked all the boxes. We’re very happy with the work and would definitely hire him again and recommend him to others."
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+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for Fairway Electric
Fairway Electric
4.5(
676
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would recommend Fairway Electric for any electrical work. They have done various jobs at my home and business from small electrical repairs to an EV Charger for my Tesla. They are quick to provide service and offer great prices. Will always contact them for my future electrical needs."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Martin's Electrical & Lighting Company
4.8(
100
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The whole process, from estimate to follow-up service, was superb. There was an issue with the installed timer. A simple request and the replacement was scheduled for replacement within a week at no charge. A request for an upgrade was also done quickly for a small charge. I highly recommend Martin!"
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+15

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Pasadena, 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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