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Apollo Electric
4.8(
183
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Apollo Electric is a great company. Came out and scoped out the job and made some very nice money saving suggestions before hand. Day of the job they were onetime With a crew of 3. Unpacked all their equipment finished the entire job and packed and cleaned up in under 3 hours. They even gave me some suggestions about wiring and box placement. I would check these guys out. Great service, great suggestions and very friendly."
Original 1960's Zinsco Panel
Old Zinsco Breakers
New 200 amp Panel
Final Product with stucco matched perfectly
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+64

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Rashid Kaddoura
4.8(
129
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Serving San Jose, 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
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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JC Electric
5.0(
9
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Serving San Jose, 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

2 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 San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful experience. Prompt, courteous, professional, honest and personable. They installed a new electrical panel which passed city inspection. The inspector complemented them on their attention to detail. An extra bonus for me was they accepted credit card payments, awesome! Will definitely hire them again for my next job."
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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GAETAWAY ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
13
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Serving San Jose, 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 time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Avant Electric, Inc.
4.8(
16
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Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team at Avant is next level. From planning, to prep and through final inspections, Avant’s skilled approach allows the home-owner to get from ideation to ”finished” without any pressure to do more than our budget allowed. We upgraded our panel; moved the PG&E drop so the wifi meter was no longer next to our master suite; installed a new EV fast-charger; installed a new home security system; upgraded indoor and installed new automated outdoor lighting AND re-wired all our 220a appliances. I’d recommend Avant for any home-owner seeking high value excellent workmanship!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in San Jose, 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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