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Avatar for Nichols Electric
Nichols Electric
4.8(
70
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Serving Folsom, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jeremy came to work on time and with all of the materials needed to complete the job. He had the electrical wiring in and the ceiling fan installed in a short period of time. I would reccomend this business and will use him again in the future."
Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Ber Bros Co.
5.0(
28
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Serving Folsom, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ber Bros were wonderful to work with. Cristian accessed the attic and assessed the problem with my whole house fan. He explained to me what he determined was the issue and backed it up with photos. Not only did the whole house fan motor need to be replaced but the attic fan was not turned on. He repaired everything then spent time helping me install an app on my phone to control the fan through wifi. His is knowledgeable, efficient and extraordinarily fair in his pricing. I will be passing out Ber Bros telephone number to my friends and family."
Led Fan lights
Electrical Project
New completed panel
RV Garage power
Amazing fan lights! Bright and light!

+32

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Influx Electric
5.0(
13
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Serving Folsom, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Influx Electric is a relatively new business, but the owner/electrician is outstanding and very knowledgeable. He fixed my ceiling fan for a very reasonable cost and was willing to perform the service while other electricians refused to even look at the fan to see if it could be repaired. I highly recommend Influx Electric. You will be very glad you did! He has now become my â first callâ electrician and I am happy to partner with him for all my house electrical needs."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Swihart Electrical Group, Inc.
4.8(
85
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Serving Folsom, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had kitchen plugs that quit working, and with my limited knowledge, I could see that a breaker didn't go all the way 'on' after attempting to reset it. Within 15 minutes of requesting a bid on Angi, I had a phone call and as Jordan wasn't far away on another job, he came by soon after and did the work - and even helped me with a garage light I thought was dead but he simply needed to replace the dud 'new' bulb I had put in. All of this was within an hour and a half of putting in my bid request! Electrical repair isn't cheap, but the quote was fair and was exactly what I paid. Jordan was so pleasant and helpful, as was the person who originally called me and set everything up. Swihart Electric is the best, and I will call them again if I need electrical work. I would highly recommend them."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Light Way Electric
5.0(
61
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Serving Folsom, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fabian was terrific. He tested our 35-year old outlet and followed its conduit. He quickly determined that we could not do the easy fix we were hoping for -- of reconnecting the outlet to our fuse box -- which we weren't that surprised by and then laid out other options for us. We opted just to remove the unused outlet and its elevated stand (as it was a tripping hazard). Fabian removed it for us very quickly and it made the area safer."
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+24

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Huft Home Services
4.9(
433
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Serving Folsom, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Huft Home Services replaced my regular HVAC company when the owners retired. Comfort Master had installed my system in 1995 so we had a 25-year personal relationship. Ed and Donna were still using hardcopy records. When I called Huft on May 12 and talked with Elizabeth, we were able to confirm and establish the status of my ongoing services. We discussed the 2 different areas of work needed, HVAC regular maintenance and an urgent plumbing service for a leaking irrigation valve system. We scheduled the irrigation repair quickly, but I was very disappointed to discover that the repair person was unable to do that work and found out that Huft actually did not work on irrigation. Fortunately I was able to find a provider who came out the next day and did exceptional work – I highly recommend Authentic Landscape/Salvador Gallardo for that work. However, rather than make a complaint, I figured I'd wait to see how the HVAC service went. That appointment was scheduled for a couple weeks later. Anthony was fantastic. He called to let me know he was running late from his previous job. Maybe it was just because I wasn't up on current services, but I am highly impressed that he was able to take many photos of my system and his work – and instantly email them and my invoice to me! He went over in great detail the status of the equipment and anticipation of potential repairs needed over time along with likely cost estimates. We also discussed possible replacements for when I decided I was ready for a new unit. I will certainly continue my maintenance with Huft, and not just because I'm prepaid for a couple more years of biannual services."
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+19

Response time5 hrs
Response rate87%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for generator repair projects in Folsom, 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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