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

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In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"As usual with Garafano Electric, everything went fine -- way more than fine, actually. We have used them for years on various upgrades to our 1920's mediterranean home. William, the owner, is great about explaining our options and always finds the best and most efficient way to work within the confines of an older two-story duplex on a sloped lot that has serious access issues. Pricing is fair, they have never failed to show up on the appointed day, and on time, and complete the job as agreed. They have never disappointed for over 20 years, and I recommend them without hesitation!"
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Power Up Electric Inc
4.8(
648
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have been using Power Up to handle all my electrical needs for over 4 years. Gabe has always completed all projects on time and as estimated, and he would let me know if there were any possible contingencies with the job. Frank and crew rewired a house for me at a fair price and were very detail with the work and helped identify what need to be to upgraded. Also, they installed a new house meter panel for me and handled all the inspections, with the permitted job being approved and finalized with SCE energizing the panel. Anytime I have electrical problems with my rental units I call Gabe and it’s taken care asap and at a fair price. I would highly recommend PowerUp, because they can be trusted to do a good job at a fair price."
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Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Chris The Electrician
4.8(
53
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris showed up on time. completed the work in a timely manner. He cleaned up after the work was completed. His price was fair and offered to attach the ceiling fan to the wall switch. Several other electricians I contacted did not offer this and one refused, telling me to buy fans with remotes. Chris kept us informed as to how the job was progressing. We are going to have can lighting installed in our master bath and will us him again. I would highly recommend him for any electrical work."
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+9

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Woodland Hills
4.9(
45
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Mr. Electric of Woodland Hills for a panel upgrade and installation of new outlets during a home remodel. The electrician arrived on time, explained the work clearly, and walked us through the options without pushing unnecessary upgrades. The job was completed efficiently, and everything passed inspection on the first try. The crew also cleaned up after finishing, which we appreciated. Overall, the experience felt professional and straightforward, and the electrical system has been working flawlessly since the upgrade."
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Outlet Repair

+7

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
RJ Electrical Technologies, Inc.
4.8(
56
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ramon is now my go-to electrician I will call if I need any electrical work done. My partner and I are first time homebuyers and the home we got desperately needed an electrical panel upgrade. I found Ramon who provided fair prices and he also helped us set up our ring cameras and ceilings lights as part of the package, which reallly helped us out! The work he and his team done is clean, professional, and fantastic. He found outdated and exposed wiring and was able to fix that for us as well, so now our home electrical is brand new and SAFE. He’s nearby and it’s great to know a professional we can call anytime we need electrical work done."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Electrical Services
4.7(
35
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had half of my house and the entire backyard on one breaker - there was an add-n to the house in the 70s and apparently whoever did the add-on decided it should just all go on one breaker. This breaker finally got a short in it and I needed re-wiring. I had several people come by to give me bids, but Emin was the only one who presented me options besides re-wiring the whole house. He and Osman were here for 3 days, and untangled the mess that was the wiring, and even added a 240 outlet for quick charging of my electric car. They were efficient, friendly, and very professional. It was a pleasure working with them, and I recommend them HIGHLY."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
M W Electric
4.9(
109
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Could not be any happier! Very nice and professional and his customer service cant be beat. This is a father and son business. My first time using him and I would give him 1000-stars. He was prompt, explained everything and I found his prices to be good and fair. They spent 6+ hours installing my generator to the house electrical panel and job was clean, nicely labeled and we are ready for the next SCE shut down. The quality of the products used was outstanding. I would highly recommend his services to anybody needing electrical work. When he left the job site, it was absolutely immaculate and cleaned to perfection.. They take PRIDE in their business and it shows."
Vehicle Charging Station
200 amp panel upgrade
EV 50 amp branch circuit
EV 50 amp branch circuit
EV 50 AMP BRANCH CIRCUIT

+5

Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JOHNSON ELECTRIC
4.7(
244
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Ken Johnson (Johnson Electric) to correct a number of electrical problems which were identified in a pre-sale home inspection. Among these was a replacement of an unsafe old circuit panel, all new power outlets, conduits and receptacles. Ken provided a quote which was very reasonable. Actual work was performed by two technicians. They arrived on time, completed the job the same day, and left the site in pristine conditioner. We were very satisfied with their work and based on my experience I am happy to recommend Johnson Electric for quality electrical projects in your residence."
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Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Fairway Electric
4.5(
676
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Serving Universal City, 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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FAQs for electrical wiring or panel upgrade projects in Universal City, 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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