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Dalcon, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Carlos did not try to up-sell me on any services and pointed out a potentially hazardous situation that the electric company resolved promptly. I appreciated his honesty and integrity in dealing with my power outage. He was on time and worked quickly and efficiently. Do recommend highly."
SPAN Smart Panel
SPAN Smart Panel
Los Gatos Multi Meter
Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Eskay Electric
5.0(
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Ramayana Electric came installed a new electrical panel along with new lights very professional and prices is very reasonable. They came on time and started working on the project. I definitely recommend them and I will definitely will use them again. Thank you,Stephanie"
Electrical Project
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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LIGHTLINE ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Joe from lightline electric was great took good care of me and my family. Loved that he took time to make sure I know my choices and helped me understand PG&E and how to work with them."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Soltari, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Soltari specializes in professional main service panel upgrades throughout Santa Cruz, Monterey, and the South Bay. Whether upgrading from 100-amp to 200-amp service or replacing aging panels, our licensed C-10 electricians handle everything—site assessment, electrical design, permitting, installation, and final inspection. We coordinate seamlessly with PG&E and local jurisdictions for smooth disconnect/reconnect scheduling. Every installation includes our comprehensive 10-year workmanship warranty plus lifetime equipment warranty. We're NABCEP-certified professionals with 15 years of electrical expertise. If your home needs increased electrical capacity for solar, EV chargers, heat pumps, or modern appliances, trust Soltari Solar for expert panel upgrades backed by industry certifications and warranties.\n

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Stallings Electric
5.0(
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Hired Dave to take my house from knob and tubing to lomex. Dave is awesome, I told him what I needed he gave the quote and then took care of it from there. He took care of everything with pge added the extra outlets that i needed. He even came back after the job was complete to make sure that we were happy with everything. If you need electrical work done CALL DAVE you will not be sorry!!!"
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Miscellaneous Work

+11

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sunrise Electrical Contracting, Inc.
4.2(
6
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon (Sunrise Electrical) responded next day to my email. Visited job day after, explained replacement and upgrade to main (burned up) panel, current grounding requirements, , and permit process. Submitted bid next day. This type of work may be twice as expensive as youâ re thinking, but you probably need licensed, bonded , etc. with good equipment and crew. We were confident they would do the job as described. They worked hard to prioritize our repairs even though the our county was in the midst of disastrous storms and there were several emergencies they were dealing with concurrently. Their work included exterior stucco around new panel and crawling under house to attach the new ground wire. They compted us a fix of an adjacent gate latch and repair of a suspect circuit in the garage. Will hire again for repairs or upgrades."
Response time1 day
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mega Power Electric is an excellent company to work with. Gary and his team are knowledgeable, honest, and will go out of their way to get the job done right. We installed panels and solar battery storage unit in our home and we're reaping the benefits of being clean and green."
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Scotts Valley, 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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