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Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
188
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Santa Ana, 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 time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rock Bottom Construction Inc
4.9(
20
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Santa Ana, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My previous electrician had sadly done a terrible job performing my panel upgrade from 100a to 200a. Also, the permitting stages were not followed and I was unfortunately not compliant because of it. After shopping around for many electricians, I eventually met Mike and knew he was the guy that I was going to work with. Mike explained every detail one step at a time. My project was a large project since I was to not only rewire my 200amp panel, we had to fix grounding, water bonding, and also Trench 4 feet deep for SDGE to upgrade our line from 100a to 200a as well. This was a long and stressful process that became super easy because of the effort and work put in by Mike and his team. Mike was here for all of the permitting stages whenever the city or SDGE was here, so that he could answer all their questions and concerns directly. Mike will continue being my electrician from now on. I highly suggest MIke and his team for all of your electrician needs. They are very quick to answer phone calls, text messages, explain all processes and next steps. Super fortunate to have Mike on my home improvement team."
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
JK Flores Enterprise LLC.
5.0(
46
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Santa Ana, 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 time8 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JVEC, INC.
4.9(
257
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Santa Ana, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"52-YEAR BUSINESS!!! Jack Vardiman is the TOP electrician to effectively fix/set up your essential electrical systems. Checked Angie's List and selected JVEC Inc. in Brea. Jaclyn provided outstanding customer service and immediately set up an appointment. Jack's knowledge is encyclopedic; his skill is utmost; and his actions are meticulous. He instantly recognized an older GE circuit panel and efficiently replaced the damaged breaker with the appropriate part. Furthermore, the repair fee was very reasonable."
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Excellence Electric, Inc.
4.8(
297
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Santa Ana, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When we decided to get recessed lighting in our family room, we knew we would call Raymond and his team at Excellence Electric. They had done an amazing job completely replacing our old electrical panel a few years ago. As we expected, Raymond got back to us in a very timely manner, and he and his team started the work immediately thereafter. His team consists of very skilled technicians who can do it all. They even did the drywall repair. Once they did the job in our front room, it looked so incredible, we had them do the whole house. What a difference it has made! It was the single most amazing upgrade we could have made to our home. Many thanks to the fantastic team at Excellence. They were all professional, efficient, and so incredibly nice. The peace of mind we have knowing that we can rely on Excellence for all our electrical needs and issues is beyond measure."
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Joe Electric
4.5(
96
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Santa Ana, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe's Electric returned my care within minutes of me contacting them. I had a technician in my home in 1.5 hrs. Who quickly identified and fixed the problem within 35-45 minutes. They saved me from losing a whole day of work and it was worth the cost vs loss I would have incurred."
Response time2 days
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
P S Electrical
4.4(
170
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Santa Ana, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had an electrician out to give me an estimate on replacing my electrical panel. Decided against replacing it because that wouldn't have solved my issue. My house was built in the 60's so it needs all new wiring. I just had him show me which outlets were on each of the channels so that I could spread out my devices that needed a lot of power, specifically my space heaters."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Fairway Electric
4.5(
676
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Santa Ana, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed a NEMA 14-50 EV charger installed outdoors for an electric car, and got 3 quotes from Angie's List. Based on the 3 bids, it seemed certain we'd need a subpanel breaker box installed as our main breaker box was full and there were no empty slots to assign to the EV charger. However, only Tommy from Fairway offered up a potential solution within the existing breaker box, if they were able to source a hard to find quad breaker. It seemed unlikely, but would save a lot of hours (new box install / wiring under the house) and money. Sure enough, he source the part and made it happen. On top of that, they were professional and easy to work with. Highly recommend!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mattiace Electric
Mattiace Electric
5.0(
69
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Santa Ana, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I have used Mattiace Electric several times and they were great! Arrived on time, rates were fair & they found and fixed my electrical problems. I highly recommend Mattiace Electric."
Electrical Project
Emporia Home monitoring electrical system
50 amp outdoor  EV charger
400 pound chandelier install
Electrical Project

+38

Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Wilson Electric
4.5(
199
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Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Santa Ana, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The electricians came just over an hour from the first call, they walked through the building and found what the issue was. While changing out the bulbs they also found that the old wiring was not done correctly. They were able to able to figure out the wiring, correct it and install the lights properly. They were prompt, courteous."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Santa Ana, 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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