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Avatar for BayArea Electrician
BayArea Electrician
4.9(
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ross responded immediately to my request for help with defective stove hood lights, and showed up a few hours later and on agreed time to identify the source of the problem. Ross ordered the part that needed replacement and a few days later once the part arrived he completed the job. I was able to pay conveniently online later that day. In summary, fast response, efficient identification and resolution of issue, good communication, convenient payment options, happy customer."
Lights Installation. Art Gallery.
Lights Installation. Art Gallery.
Lights Installation. Art Gallery.
Lights Installation. Art Gallery.
Lights Installation. Art Gallery.

+84

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Apex Landscape Lighting & Audio
5.0(
5
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jared was responsive, knowledgeable and had great ideas about how to light our our outdoor spaces. He was thorough, and took great care to not mess up our irrigation while installing the electrical in the same places. From pathway lights (on timers and available to be controlled remotely by our phones, which is so helpful!) to illuminating our glorious oak tree in the evening, all the elements have re-invigorated our garden. We spend so much more time out there now."
St. Helena
St. Helena
St. Helena
St. Helena
St. Helena

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had Mega Power Electric Inc install a solar system and panels. The President and provided excellent communication all the way through the process. He even met with us after installation to explain the almost incomprehensible PG&E bill. Although not the least expensive bid, his was competitive and I felt he was as interested in educating me about solar and the various types of panels and inverter systems as he was in selling a system. He demonstrated how the array of panels would meet our energy needs and as opposed to some of the other companies, wasn't selling us more than we needed. We are very satisfied with our solar system and I highly recommended Mega Power Electric Inc."
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+32

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Babylon Builders - Home & Landscape Contractor
4.2(
421
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"Babylon Gardens has been a fantastic company for our large backyard project and we're very pleased with what they accomplished in the last couple months. Professional, responsive and high quality work. Definitely recommend them to others and I'll use them again in the future. The owner Ron is a pleasure to deal with and their field lead Juan is awesome."
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+27

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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LAR Construction & Remodeling
5.0(
138
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our review is for the Kitchen remodeling project that included the replacement of all the hardwood floors and new installation of all the ceiling lights at the house. Gili and his team at LAR Construction & Remodeling were very fast, honest and professional during the whole remodeling project. We really love the results of the work and the high quality of all the materials that were used in the work. Highly recommend company for anyone who is interesting in a home remodeling project!"
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+369

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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About Green Land Care
4.6(
320
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used About Green twice in the past 3 years. Our backyard has a lot of trees and very tall tree-type hedges. Since it was a major part of the reason we bought the home, we want to maintain the health of the landscaping back there. Vince and his team scaled and thinned/trimmed a couple very tall redwood trees, removed an unhealthy leaning tree and trimmed/maintained many other trees on our property. Vince is a pleasure to work with and very friendly. He is extremely knowledgeable in all of the trees that we have and suggests what service to do on each type of tree based on his knowledge of each. He explains it very clearly to us who don't know much about the subject. His work is quality and his goal is 100% customer satisfaction. On this last visit, they spent a few hours trimming a tree-type hedge and when I came home from work, I wanted it around 3 feet lower. Even though it meant repeating the work for a few hours, Vince did it without any argument. To me, that was a true test of customer satisfaction. They complete the work in a timely manner, over a 2 day period. They cleaned up the yard like new and disposed of a ton of trimmings (never seen so much in my life). I never even consider another tree service besides About Green. I plan to have him come out after summer to suggest some landscaping ideas as I haven't used him for that before.."
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in San Mateo, CA

Permit requirements for outdoor lighting vary depending on your location and project scope. Simple fixture replacements don't require permits, but projects involving new electrical circuits, extensive trenching, or significant system expansions often do. Local building departments establish these requirements, and many professional electricians handle permit applications as part of their service package.

The timeline for outdoor lighting installation varies based on project complexity. Basic systems might require only one to two days for complete installation, while extensive lighting networks with numerous fixtures and complex wiring needs could extend to a week or longer. Weather conditions, property accessibility, and soil characteristics can all influence how quickly professionals can complete your installation.

Outdoor lighting offers both practical and aesthetic benefits that many homeowners find valuable. Beyond enhancing nighttime visibility and security, well-designed lighting can highlight architectural features and extend outdoor living hours. While installation represents a significant investment, quality lighting may potentially increase property appeal and could contribute to overall home value.

Some outdoor lighting projects are suitable for homeowner installation, particularly simple solar fixtures or low-voltage systems that plug into existing outlets. However, projects requiring new electrical connections, permanent wiring, or integration with home electrical systems demand professional expertise. Electrical work carries inherent safety risks, and improper installation could create fire hazards or code violations.

The operating cost for outdoor lighting depends primarily on your fixture types, bulb selection, and usage patterns. Energy-efficient LED fixtures consume significantly less electricity than traditional incandescent or halogen alternatives. Controlling your lighting with timers, photocells, or motion sensors can further reduce energy usage by ensuring lights operate only when needed or beneficial.

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