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Target Electric & Solar
4.8(
302
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Target Electric Enterprises Inc replaced and upgraded my 50 year old main electric panel and I’m so glad I selected them for the job! Sean was responsive from day 1 and kept me fully informed throughout the process. My job required installing a new underground cable also, which involved several interactions with SDGE and City of San Diego, and Sean and Steve very capably handled every step with skill and efficiency. In the field, Steve has extensive expertise and obviously takes great pride in getting the job done right. Their pricing was also very reasonable, and I totally recommend them for any electric job, small or large!"
Service and Repairs 10% Off
18kw Hybrid Inverter and 31kwh Battery Tower with close loop communications to smart phone
Roughed in for meter release local jurisdiction
Service and Repairs 10% Off
Corresponding electrical work tie in with utility

+500

Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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HKY Electric & Communications
4.9(
71
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"He is an excellent expert specially with Electric jobs . I will hire him at any time I have an Electric work in the home or any business I own. Thank Yousif"
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project

+117

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Charles Viereck Electric
4.9(
199
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Charles did a great job - quick diagnosis, efficient repair, and he explained and showed me everything that needed to be done. He also had the needed part in his truck. What I appreciated the most was when I asked if I needed an all new electrical panel for my 44 year old house. It was an easy opportunity to talk me into a much bigger job, but his honesty told me it wasn't necessary. That's a guy I can trust! I will be using him again in a few months for a number of other electrical jobs. Thanks, Charles."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Walter Electric
4.5(
74
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Keith and his people were nothing short of fantastic! I tried multiple other local companies who came out for about 5 mins to give me a quote and then threw a blanket/standard (and over-priced) quote in my face while telling me it would be months until they could get to it. Keith and one of his best guys showed up, spent over an hour looking at my panel, sub panel and the existing electrical footprint and listening to my end goal requests and then gave me multiple detailed quote options and solutions! They got right to work and everything was done in a few days. Keith was great with communication throughout the entire process! I would absolutely call him again if needed, but I won?t need to? the work was beyond professional! Thanks Keith!"
 Energy Efficient Lighting Design
Creative Accent Lighting
LED Soffit Lighting
Creative Solutions
Mood Lighting

+2

Response time7 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Carvin Electric
5.0(
18
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Marvin is an absolute PROFESSIONAL!!!! Marvin was on time, had a fair price and was very knowledgeable, his electrical expertise was evident in his work product. The panel he did for me is truly a work of art. I would definitely recommend his work to anyone"
Dwight upgrade
Panel Upgrade,  24kw Generac Install
Verifying power to all equipment
Panel Upgrade,  24kw Generac Install
View of conduit offsets

+37

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Burgin Brothers Electric, Inc.
4.6(
46
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"When I ask for an estimate (or take the time to create one for client's in my own business) I actually expect the estimate to mention potential issues that might arise and increase the cost of the project, and I certainly want to make sure I understand the scope of the work. If my estimate is a little bit below the final cost few people have problems. On the other hand if I just don't take the time consider some of the potential issues and think about solutions but just dash off a quote, then I believe I need to stay within the numbers. After all estimates are an important part of the work - they take some time to do well even if you don't get the job. That is part of the $150 per hour some electricians charge. I liked both the electrician and his scheduler and appreciated how quickly they responded to my request for a quote and the portion of the work that was done seems to be working fine. Unfortunately the electrician just didn't really take the time to investigate the full scope of the job so his estimate wasn't even half of what was charged to do just the portion of the job they were able to complete. What they billed us $1100 for was quoted by another electrician at $400. I believe this company may well be a great choice for basic wiring in your home but I think he was not sufficiently familiar with the sort of work we needed done in our warehouse. He would have done us both a favor by admitting this in the beginning rather than when he handed me the bill."
New Fan Install
New Fan Installed
New Fan Installed
Above ground power lines
Original panel location

+22

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Fregoso Electric Service
4.8(
176
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I hired Luis because he was very professional and very knowledgeable he did a panel replacement thy was inside my walking closet. Not only he gave me a good service but he walked me through the guidelines, electric code compliance which made me feel safe . I recommend Luis to any other company /people looking for a quality electric service. Thank you Luis!"
Shower lights
Vanity lights
200 amp service upgrade
200 amp service upgrade
New 200 amp main-panel

+23

Response time8 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FullemTec Electric
5.0(
7
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ryan from FullemTec was amazing. He was professional, knowledgeable, communicative and polite. His entire process of asking questions, assessing the situation, offering advice and options to completing the project was all seamless and stress free. His knowledge of building codes helped develop cost solutions and savings. I highly recommend Ryan and will definitely use him again for any electrical needs. Hire Ryan and you won’t be disappointed."
Westbourne
Westbourne
Washer Dryer
Wine fridge
Wine fridge

+14

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
MJ Electric Inc.
4.7(
350
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

MJ Electric is a Full Service Residential Electrical service and repair company serving all of San Diego. We Can Fix Any Electrical Issue Involving Your Home or office. Owner Roque Jaime is a Master Electrician With Over 10 Years of Trouble Shooting and Installation Experience. We Use Only the Best Materials Available and Never Cut Corners While Working on Your Home. We Are Fully Licensed, Bonded and Insured.

Mission Beach Remodel
Mission Beach Remodel
Mission Beach Remodel
Mission Beach Remodel
Mission Beach Remodel

+4

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Matt Electric
5.0(
3
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Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Matt was very competent, came prepared with all the electrical parts he needed for the job and completed the task in less than 8 hours, though the work got spread over two days due to rain preventing from working on the distribution box outdoors on the first day. Matt put a 220 V circuit in my garage with two outlets to power an electric car and electric clothes dryer. He had to replace full-height circuit breakers with half height ones to make room in my distribution box for the new 30 amp circuit."
Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in San Diego, 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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