Top-rated electrical wiring or panel upgrade pros.

Get matched with top electrical wiring or panel upgrade pros in Pasadena, CA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Electrical wiring or panel upgrade pros in Pasadena

Avatar for Gary & Son Electric
Gary & Son Electric
5.0(
41
)

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired Gary to upgrade my electrical panel, install new backyard lighting, redo some outdated wiring throughout my home and install a sauna — and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From the beginning, he was incredibly professional, communicative, and punctual. He took the time to walk me through the scope of work, explained everything clearly, and provided a fair and transparent estimate. The backyard lighting installation turned out beautifully and as for the wiring, he did a clean and thorough job, correcting issues I didn’t even know existed. It’s clear he takes pride in his work, and I really appreciated the attention to detail and safety. Highly recommend Gary if you’re looking for a skilled, trustworthy electrician."
2016_La Canada Flintridge
Finished Install
2016_La Canada Flintridge
Open Panel View
Service Entrance Riser

+34

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
188
)

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 time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
JK Flores Enterprise LLC.
5.0(
41
)

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect and smooth journey, Jorge came pre instillation to check the electrical panel and where the the charger was going to be installed and after the review he text me the cost of parts and installation, after I received the charger he came on time and the job was completed. I was updated by text messages throughout the process. In the future if I need any electrical work I definitely use JK Flores Enterprise."
Existing ceiling fan
UPS system ready for a power outage
e.v. charger
New ceiling fan in living room
New UPS system

+28

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Power Up Electric Inc
Power Up Electric Inc
4.8(
648
)

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!"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Response time3 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Chris The Electrician
Chris The Electrician
4.8(
53
)

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Chris on a Friday evening and told him that the light wasn't working in the bathroom in my condo which I rent out.  He said he had plans on Saturday but that he would work me in first thing in the morning before he went to his program because he understood the inconvenience of not having any light in the bathroom. He was prompt and professional.  He figured out the problem and fixed it within an hour. Before calling Chris I had a large company send one of their electricians to evaluate the job.  The person spent one hour evaluating the job and stated that he was unsure which wire was faulty and that he needed to return after the weekend and spend more hours figuring out the problem which could cost as high as $1,000.00 for his time.  This large company charged me a service fee for the visit when they did nothing but give me bad information and sent me an incompetent electrician or a dishonest one.  Chris had no problems figuring out the problem and fixing it and charged me around $100.00.  He was competent, ethical and professional. I highly recommend him. Professionals like Chris are few and far between these days.
"
Before
After
Additional Photos
Before
During

+9

Recommended by97%of homeowners
JSA Electrical Services, Inc.
4.8(
30
)

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."
OUR WORK
OUR WORK
OUR WORK
OUR WORK
OUR WORK

+20

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for HONEY BEE ELECTRIC INC.
HONEY BEE ELECTRIC INC.
5.0(
9
)

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
200 AMP
HONEY BEE ELECTRIC
desk light
desk light
desk light

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for JOHNSON ELECTRIC
JOHNSON ELECTRIC
4.7(
244
)

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Electricity was needed for a new control panel for my backyard sprinklers, and I needed a couple of light fixtures replaced in my house. The gentleman showed up on-time and quickly took care of everything in three hours, which included making a run to the hardware store for a part. The price was very reasonable since I used the promotion on Angie's List. Moving forward, they will be the first people I call for electrical work."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
FRANCIS
4.9(
116
)

Serving Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"On 9/2/2020 I met with several electricians who were not being honest with their quotes. They were taking one quick look during the estimate, then throwing numbers at me. But not Francis. He took notes with his partner and sent me the estimate that evening. Francis was very professional, honest, and did a quick clean job. He did bathroom vents, smoke detectors, upgraded my panel, and replaced a wire that a mouse chewed. I will be calling him for more projects. He is excellent! Glad I found him! *Addendum to Review I used Francis again on10/9/2020 to put up recessed lighting. He and his partner did a quick, thorough, and clean job. He removed the old fluorescent lighting and truly transformed the look. He worked with me on the types of lighting and what would work best before starting, which I appreciated. He took my choices and ideas into consideration and made this a wonderful experience. I hope to be adding more to this review soon and have already recommended him to others."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 683
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.

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

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.