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Link Electrix
4.7(
63
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Serving Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Please check ! I have returned a review twice before this one. Please Links Electric is great! Please check my TWO other reviews."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
T L Electric
4.9(
47
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Serving Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Tim responded very quickly to my request for a bid. His price was VERY reasonable. He worked quickly and did a very professional job. He listened to what I wanted to accomplish and gave very useful design suggestions. He is personable and easy to talk to. I can heartily recommend Tim for in-home electrical jobs."
Response time7 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Wighton's Electric Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
4.5(
127
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Serving Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have a service contract. When there was no heat, I called and able to get same day service. The maintenance contract pay to be had. I also had a coupon from a previous visit which lowered the total cost."
Home Repipe
Home Repipe
Water Heater
Water Heater
AC System Installation

+1

Response time4 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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J House Electric
4.9(
14
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Serving Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Cliff was right on time, was courteous, had his equipment ready, gave ideas for our recessed lighting project with various options and was highly efficient. We would strongly recommend Cliff for your electrical needs."
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.4(
79
)

Serving Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wighton's is great about communicating with their customers.  They called the day before to remind us of the appointment, and then when the service tech was on his way, another call was made to let me know.
He was very polite and considerate.  He even put on shoe covers before coming in the house.  He took the time to explain exactly what he was going to do and why.  After he was done he went over the results of the tests and gave me copies of everything.  Everything was working fine and no repairs were needed or recommended.  He did suggest that we consider upgrading our thermostat, but there was no pressure to do so.
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Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Installing brand new and high efficiency units

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Link Electrix
4.7(
61
)

Serving Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had been having a very difficult time finding someone to do this job. We are located in a rural area and needed a residential panel changed out to an ag panel. I went on Home advisors and filled out the information and as soon as I submitted it I recieved a call from Linx Electrix. He said he would be out to my property the next day with an estimate. I'm so glad I found this company. From start to finish they were quick, and professional. I highly recommend to anyone in need of any electrical service. Thanks again!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job on the house, they had everything installed in 3 days and once the LAWP Panel from the power company and hooked everything, then everything was working well. they took care of all the paper works and documentation, and everything was done quickly. Best price available for us."
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+32

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Borders Electric, LLC
4.9(
40
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Serving Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We couldn't be more pleased with our experience with Borders Electric. We had a list of numerous electrical issues that needed to be fixed and replaced. Not only did they quickly respond to our request for estimate, they scheduled us in a timely manner and did an outstanding job. The price was also very reasonable. We will definitely call them for future electrical projects. Highly recommended!"
Solar, add battery backup
Battery with transfer switch
Solar, add battery backup
Electronics
Solar with Battery Backup

+6

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Santa Margarita, 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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