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Gridwise Electric
5.0(
15
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gridwise handled the electrical component of our solar wiring project. Stas explained what was included and what could change depending on what they found in the panel, which I thought was super nice and thoughtful. On site, Enrique and the crew were calm and methodical. When a small issue popped up, they gave options (with trade-offs) rather than just making us accept the issue. Everything looks clean, and inspection went through without issues. Would def recommend them to friends and fam for any future projects!"
Junction box
Main panel
Framing phase
Construction Electrical
Construction Electrical

+3

27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gridwise Electric
5.0(
27
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had a Nest thermostat and a Ring doorbell that I tried to install myself and couldn't figure out the wiring on either one. Miguel came out and got both working in under a couple hours. Turns out my thermostat needed a C-wire run which is why it kept losing connection. He also set up the Ring transformer so it actually gets enough power. Highly recommend all around."
New Home Build Electrical
New Home Build Electrical
New Home Build Electrical
Construction Electrical
Construction Electrical

+40

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Talley Electrical Service
4.8(
181
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Talley to the rescue! We had a new induction stove delivered just days before Thanksgiving, and didnâ t realize that our old stove had been hardwired to the wall and there was no proper 240V outlet installed that our stove required. So not only were we not going to be able to cook anything for dinner, but we were leaving on a trip in two days. What chance would I have to get an electrician to come save us in time? Enter Neal Talley, my new electrical hero. Neal responded by my Angi request within 20 minutes and called me personally to see if he could help. No personal form emails that everyone else sent me, this was the personal touch. We talked through what I needed, he asked me to send him some photos of the stove and wire, and managed to get his son Shawn out within a few hours. Shawn was a pro - he went straight to work and got everything squared away in about an hour and a half. He even went the extra mile to do a quick patch-up on the hole left behind from where the hardwired 240V wire had previously been sloppily punched through the wall. The new outlet was perfect, the hole patched, and we had our working stove within maybe six hours of me putting out the call for help. Given the speedy service and the extra mile Shawn went to make it look nice, the amount I was charged for such quick turnaround was quite reasonably. We were able to take our trip in peace and cook dinner within half an hour of Shawn leaving. I honestly canâ t recommend Talley enough. I do have more electrical work that I will call Neal about in the future, it was that good of an experience. Give Neal a call, heâ ll take care of you. Thanks Shawn and Neal!"
Response time8 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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CA Electrical Group 24/7
4.7(
61
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. I needed to upgrade my electric panel, Ben did an excellent job very professional. Installing switches, circuit breaker panels, relays, and other electrical control and distribution equipment was the right call. I look at several electricians with reasonable prices and CA Electrical Group was definitely the right call. I will highly recommend CA Electrical Group to all my friends. What was important to me was his daily commitment to start and finish the job the dates we agreed on."
apartment rewire
main service panel upgrade multi meters
tesla
new 3 phase commercial electrical panel
solar ready main panel

+123

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Warner Electric
5.0(
6
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve and his crew of electricians did a fabulous job. They basically replaced the entire house’s electrical, all new switches and outlets in addition to all the new light fixtures in every room. They showed up on time, did what they said they would and addressed every issue encountered in the rehab. In addition, Steve was great helping me decide what to put where. An overall excellent experience. I would HIGHLY recommend Warner Electric for any electric job."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Golden Bay Electric
4.9(
29
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Edgar is very detailed, respectful, professional with very good customer service! He showed up on time and completed the electric panel change sooner than expected! I have already referred him to my cross the street neighbor, Diane. Hopefully she will reach out soon for an estimate to change out her electrical panel too. Thank you ð ð"
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Christopher Robert Ceinar
5.0(
14
)
Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

"We needed to install an EV charger receptacle quite far from the electrical panel. Chris suggested leading individual wires through a conduit instead of simply using Romex, saying that heat characteristics are better. He also wanted to know what EV charger we were getting and asked for documentation. We also discussed other aspects of the work. His genuine interest and attention to detail made us choose him. At the end, we were impressed with the quality of the work he delivered and how easy it was to communicate with him. He charged about the average price for this work but delivered more than many other electricians would do."
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in San Rafael, 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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