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J H Electrical Company
4.7(
123
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Serving West Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JH had to replace our electric box including the necessary grounding under our home to the water pipe, ground arching to the water heater. JH got the county permit, coordinated with SMUD to turn off then on our electricity and get county inspector to pass the work, all expedited. He also kept our necessary appliances running with his generator. I couldn t be more pleased with work."
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Electrical Services
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Electrical Services

+29

Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Buzz Electric 2
5.0(
20
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Serving West Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"REVIEW: Went on Angi’s website to find a qualified, certified and licensed electrician to put in extra outlets in my garage, so I can plug in a refrigerator and a freezer without my breaker tripping. Almost immediately, Angi referred Buzz Electrical Service via email and via text message. It was quickly followed by a text message from Robert of Buzz Electrical introducing himself, and letting me know his availability to come out to look at my project and give me an estimate. Very quick and easy referral service that I will use again. Robert came out the next morning to look at what I needed to get done, some immediately, and some future projects. Before he came out, he assured me that there were NO FEES for him to come out, look at my project(s) and give me an estimate; some contractors require service fees just to come out and do an estimate. Robert looked at two different projects and gave me two separate estimates; I found both estimates very reasonable, even coming in below what I expected based on my internet research. I decided to do the additional outlets in the garage immediately, and deferred the one in the upstairs bathroom. Robert scheduled me the day after next. On that day, he came in on time as scheduled. He brought all his tools and materials for the job. One thing I noticed was how clean and meticulous he was with his work. He covered his work area and cleaned up afterwards. As he worked, he patiently explained to me what he was doing, so that I would have a very good understanding of the work he did, which may come handy years later should I have a need to know what he did then. After he completed the work, Robert showed me the four new outlets were working as he tested them while I observed. He plugged in the freezer and refrigerator in their individual outlets, now with each one having their own breaker switch. He also labeled my panel box for the new outlets. Overall, on a scale of 1 to 5, I give Robert 5 Star ratings on quality of work, professional conduct, timeliness, and reasonableness of service charges. I highly recommend him to all my friends and family and will definitely call on him again for any electrical projects."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Better Electrical Company Inc
5.0(
10
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Serving West Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

A Better Electrical Company (ABEC) specializes in providing top-quality electrical services for residential and commercial properties. Licensed, bonded, and insured - available 24/7 for emergency repairs, panel upgrades, lighting installations, and complete electrical solutions across Northern California.

EV Charging Station
Ceiling Fan Instal
Electrical Panel
Electrical Panel
Ceiling Fan Install

+12

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Huft Home Services
4.8(
443
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Serving West Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Huft technicians knew their stuff. They arrived promptly in the morning, removed the existing units, and installed the new units without a hitch. The systems were up and running by the afternoon, and have served me well over the last three years, working great in both summer and winter. Huft provided free semi-annual maintenance visits for two years. There was a minor problem with the rooftop unit recently, and they repaired it under warranty at no charge. The cost was not cheap, but for me it was worth it to go all-electric."
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+19

Response time5 hrs
Response rate87%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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iKnow Electric, LLC
5.0(
25
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Serving West Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work, very impressed! Spent time troubleshooting the electrical problem. Correctly deduced and pinpointed the exact cause. Then, purchased the required electrical components and performed repairs. The problem was fixed within a couple of hours."
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hunts Electrical Services
5.0(
27
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Serving West Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Julian the electrician for Hunts Electrical was so nice and accommodating when he replaced my doorbell and living room light fan & switch. I originally thought I had to remove my old doorbell because it had not worked for months but Julian figured out the problem within minutes! Thanks again!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for generator repair projects in West Sacramento, CA

There is often some confusion about the type of work these professionals do. They only work on electrical systems such as outlets, lighting fixtures and electrical panels – they aren’t appliance repairmen.

There are three types of electricians: Master, Journeyman and Apprentice. Electrical licensing varies quite a bit by state. Some have licenses for apprentices and some do not. Some have a master’s rank while others stop at journeyman. Despite the differences, they all require a minimum amount of experience and usually classroom time.

  • Apprentice electricians aren’t usually licensed and spend 4 years learning the trade. Throughout that time, they work on a wide range of projects to learn to become a Journeyman. They’ll do basic work like installing fixtures and replacing outlets all the way to assisting in wiring a home. Regardless of the type of project, they must always be supervised by a Journeyman or Master electrician.

  • Journeymen work without supervision. In a few states, this is the highest level available and they can do all levels of work from wiring a new home to installing a light. In some states, they need a separate electrical contractor license to run a business. In places with a master’s level, a journeyman can do all work besides design new electrical systems.

  • Master electricians usually manage a shop, design new electrical systems in new construction and oversee both Journeyman and Apprentices. They typically bid new projects. Though they focus on larger projects, it’s not unheard of for a homeowner to request a Master Electrician for a house call. If you do, expect to spend up to 25% more for the visit.

Generally, you don’t tip electricians, but that’s not to say they don’t appreciate it if you do. You can offer them something to drink or eat, like coffee and donuts. Most will appreciate it if you do.

The education and certifications required to become an electrician vary by state, though they generally follow this list:

  1. Apprentice

    • Does not always require a license depending on the state.

    • Learns on the job under Journeyman and Master Electricians.

    • Usually needs 4 years on-the-job training before they can test for a Journeyman license. Many states also require a technical degree to advance.

    • Always require supervision.

  2. Journeyman

    • Needs between 8,000 to 10,000 hours of on-the-job training and usually 500 to 1,000 hours of classroom experience.

    • Can usually supervise apprentices.

    • They can diagnose and repair electrical problems.

  3. Master

    • Achieved after an additional two years (4,000 hours) working as a Journeyman and taking the Master Electrician Exam.

    • Besides diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, they also design them. In most places they run shops and inspect Journeyman and Apprentice work.

    • Not a recognized rank in all states.

  4. Electrical Contractor License is an optional license in some states for a Master Electrician to run a business. Some states have this instead of the Master license.

Electricians make an average of $26 per hour but it ranges with experience and licensing. An apprentice may make about half that while a Master Electrician may hit closer to $40 per hour. This figure represents how much they make; not how much they bill. Their salary is only one component of their costs. They must also figure in overhead, taxes, equipment, insurance and several other expenses.

Leave electrical work to the professionals. Electrical systems are complex and potentially hazardous when not handled and installed correctly. If it were easy, it wouldn’t take 4 years to become a journeyman or 6 years for a master’s license. If you are determined to forge ahead yourself, understand home electrical safety before beginning any project.Even for simple common electrical projects, a licensed pro is best. Not only is it safer, but contractors guarantee and insure their work. Hire a professional to keep your home’s electrical systems functioning properly and safely.

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The West Sacramento, CA homeowners’ guide to generator repair services

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