We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"I had them put in a Tesla charging outlet and replace some fluorescent lights in my kitchen. They gave me a fair quote and did a good. When their guys were running late to the time they said they would arrive they called me and gave me a new arrival time. Professional company with great customer service. I worked with Hector, he is very good. I recommend them."
Ramiro C on April 2023
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"I had them put in a Tesla charging outlet and replace some fluorescent lights in my kitchen. They gave me a fair quote and did a good. When their guys were running late to the time they said they would arrive they called me and gave me a new arrival time. Professional company with great customer service. I worked with Hector, he is very good. I recommend them."
Ramiro C on April 2023
ED'S ELECTRIC is currently serving Sacramento and the surrounding areas. For a job well done with your residential services, please give us a call today. All estimates are free for perspective customers.
"Eduardo was very professional and helpful! Will definitely call him again when I have another project in mind."
Debbie M on January 2023
ED'S ELECTRIC is currently serving Sacramento and the surrounding areas. For a job well done with your residential services, please give us a call today. All estimates are free for perspective customers.
"Eduardo was very professional and helpful! Will definitely call him again when I have another project in mind."
Debbie M on January 2023
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Alexis arrived when he said he would. He found the problem quickly and fixed it. He checked to make sure everything was fixed. He was friendly and pleasant. He suggested some updates but was not pushy to have them completed now. I would certainly call him again for future problems"
Bety S on March 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Alexis arrived when he said he would. He found the problem quickly and fixed it. He checked to make sure everything was fixed. He was friendly and pleasant. He suggested some updates but was not pushy to have them completed now. I would certainly call him again for future problems"
Bety S on March 2025
With over 30 years of experience, Perfect Star Heating, Cooling, & Electrical is a locally owned and operated family business serving Alameda & Contra Costa County. We service all makes and models, offering top-quality comfort and energy efficiency solutions. Specializing in Furnace/Heating, Air Conditioning, and Ductless Mini-Split installation, we also provide repair and maintenance for Central HVAC systems, Ductwork, Indoor Air Quality, Electrical Repair & Installation, and Solar Installation. Free estimates are available for HVAC system replacement, new installations, and solar solutions. As a Lennox Premier Dealer, Daikin Comfort Pro, and WellAir Elite dealer, we are Diamond Certified, hold an A+ BBB Rating, and have been voted “The Best Heating & Air Company” and “The Most Community-Minded Company” by The Press in Brentwood, CA for two years. We are also SFGATE’s Best of the Bay Area Heating & A/C Service provider.
"They showed up on time and did the repair quickly and professionally. Because this is the second time in five years that compressor capacitor failed (note another company did first repair) he recommended a compressor and capacitor life extender kit. Came up with great price. "
Harry P on June 2025
With over 30 years of experience, Perfect Star Heating, Cooling, & Electrical is a locally owned and operated family business serving Alameda & Contra Costa County. We service all makes and models, offering top-quality comfort and energy efficiency solutions. Specializing in Furnace/Heating, Air Conditioning, and Ductless Mini-Split installation, we also provide repair and maintenance for Central HVAC systems, Ductwork, Indoor Air Quality, Electrical Repair & Installation, and Solar Installation. Free estimates are available for HVAC system replacement, new installations, and solar solutions. As a Lennox Premier Dealer, Daikin Comfort Pro, and WellAir Elite dealer, we are Diamond Certified, hold an A+ BBB Rating, and have been voted “The Best Heating & Air Company” and “The Most Community-Minded Company” by The Press in Brentwood, CA for two years. We are also SFGATE’s Best of the Bay Area Heating & A/C Service provider.
"They showed up on time and did the repair quickly and professionally. Because this is the second time in five years that compressor capacitor failed (note another company did first repair) he recommended a compressor and capacitor life extender kit. Came up with great price. "
Harry P on June 2025
At R & S Electric & Builders, we focus on getting the job done right the first time and we pride ourselves in all of our work. We believe in being proactive when dealing with all of our customers and we never are finished until our customers are fully satisfied. Call us first for a professional job well done.
"Josue,s work was excellent and the work was made on time"
Roman L on April 2025
At R & S Electric & Builders, we focus on getting the job done right the first time and we pride ourselves in all of our work. We believe in being proactive when dealing with all of our customers and we never are finished until our customers are fully satisfied. Call us first for a professional job well done.
"Josue,s work was excellent and the work was made on time"
Roman L on April 2025
With over 15 years of experience anything electrical we’ve got you covered
"Got job done correctly, efficiently, effectively. On time and kind. "
Steven A on June 2025
With over 15 years of experience anything electrical we’ve got you covered
"Got job done correctly, efficiently, effectively. On time and kind. "
Steven A on June 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Got estimate but unable to get work done. He rescheduled once. Then he just ignored me and never showed up."
John F on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Got estimate but unable to get work done. He rescheduled once. Then he just ignored me and never showed up."
John F on April 2025
Over 10 years of experience years of experience we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Carlos is very profesional tecnician and cheap?"
andres b on May 2025
Over 10 years of experience years of experience we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Carlos is very profesional tecnician and cheap?"
andres b on May 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"We were contacted by Mike within a half hour of completing our Angi profile. Mike was on his way back home from his last job, and made the time to take a slight detour to our house, to help us with our issue. One of our breakers was arcing and Mike was able to replace it with a new one that he (luckily) had on hand. He was professional, competent, honest, earlier than expected, and just a real pleasure to work with. We will use him for all future issues, and will definitely recommend him to all our friends and family!"
Jeffery S on June 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"We were contacted by Mike within a half hour of completing our Angi profile. Mike was on his way back home from his last job, and made the time to take a slight detour to our house, to help us with our issue. One of our breakers was arcing and Mike was able to replace it with a new one that he (luckily) had on hand. He was professional, competent, honest, earlier than expected, and just a real pleasure to work with. We will use him for all future issues, and will definitely recommend him to all our friends and family!"
Jeffery S on June 2025
At GenJazz, we pride ourselves on integrity, turning your dreams into reality. We specialize in designing and building exactly what you envision, with commitment to quality and excellence. Building Strong Foundations, Bright Connections!
"There was only a short wait time for an appointment, and he showed up on time. The switch that he installed as part of the repair would not always work, but he returned and replaced it without any problems."
George S on March 2024
At GenJazz, we pride ourselves on integrity, turning your dreams into reality. We specialize in designing and building exactly what you envision, with commitment to quality and excellence. Building Strong Foundations, Bright Connections!
"There was only a short wait time for an appointment, and he showed up on time. The switch that he installed as part of the repair would not always work, but he returned and replaced it without any problems."
George S on March 2024
Warning signs include outlets that no longer grip plugs securely, visible damage to the faceplate, unusual warmth, or discoloration around the outlet. If you notice sparking when plugging in devices, breakers that trip when the outlet is used, or detect burning smells, these indicate potentially serious problems requiring immediate professional attention.
A straightforward outlet replacement takes a qualified electrician about 30 minutes or less. However, if the outlet has significant damage or the electrician needs to diagnose underlying electrical issues, the repair might extend to a couple of hours. The timeline depends on the complexity of the problem, accessibility of the outlet, and whether additional electrical work is needed.
While simple outlet replacement is technically possible for homeowners with basic electrical knowledge, safety concerns make professional installation advisable. If attempting DIY repairs, you must properly shut off power at the breaker box and verify the circuit is dead using a voltage tester. Complex issues involving circuit problems or specialized outlets should always be handled by licensed professionals to ensure safety and code compliance.
There's no set replacement schedule for electrical outlets in good condition. Instead, replace outlets when you notice signs of damage, loose connections, or functionality problems. Outlets in older homes may need updating to meet current safety codes, especially if they lack proper grounding or are located in areas now requiring GFCI protection, such as kitchens and bathrooms.
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlets contain specialized safety technology that monitors electrical current and quickly cuts power when imbalances are detected. These complex internal components make them more expensive than standard outlets. Additionally, they must be installed in specific locations to meet electrical code requirements, often requiring specialized installation techniques that increase labor costs.
Request verification of proper licensing and insurance coverage. Ask about their experience with similar repairs and their process for diagnosing electrical problems. Request a written estimate detailing parts, labor, and any potential additional costs. Inquire about warranties on their work and the expected completion timeframe. Also, ask if they'll inspect the circuit associated with the problematic outlet to identify any related issues.