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Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
188
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Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were very pleased with the services that Garafano Electric provided. I would recommend them for any electrical needs you might have!"
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Excellence Electric, Inc.
4.8(
297
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Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the beginning, the experience with Raymond was fantastic. He asked me for pictures of the current electrical panel, and with some additional information, he was able to provide an all-inclusive quote. He handled the permits and coordinated between the city and the power company. He was always very responsive and proactive. His team communicated clearly and was focused on getting every detail done right. I would hire Raymond in a heartbeat for any/all electrical work."
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Joe Electric
4.5(
96
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Serving Surfside, 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
95 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Fairway Electric
4.5(
676
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Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

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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 time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Mattiace Electric
5.0(
69
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Serving Surfside, 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 time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Wilson Electric
4.5(
199
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Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The light fixture, and it was done by Wilson Electric. I just wanted to let you know that Wilson Electric did a fantastic job, they saved me a ton of of money. Erin bloom technician was great."
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+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
19
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Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"I got a few estimates to get more power out to my studio. Everyone quoted me about 4K to upgrade my panel and get dedicated line out to my studion. These guys were to only ones that looked for a better/more economical solution. I sent a pic of my panel and he remembered that I upgraded my kitchen a while back but noticed that my electric stove had it's own dedicated line. He asked me, did you convert to gas when you remodeled? I said yes and he said, great, we take the line that was dedicated to the stove and we use that. It saved me $1500 and it worked perfectly. I would absolutely hire again!"
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
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Panel upgrade

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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wolf Pack Electric Inc
5.0(
7
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Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wolf Pack is the best electrical company. Ryan is an outstanding electrician. He is professional, punctual, and completes the job efficiently and on time. His work is high quality and he clearly knows his trade well. I highly recommend Ryan and Wolf Pack to anyone looking for reliable and skilled electrical work."
200 amp panel upgrade
200 amp panel upgrade
Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CONVERSION ELECTRIC
5.0(
12
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Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Conversion electrical was spot on. I had a residential that turned into commercial, and without hesitation, they were able to make the transformation. Take care of all the commercial electrical and had no problems with inspections or Inspector you can not go wrong with conversion Electrical."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Surfside, 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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