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P S Electrical
4.4(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+11 more

Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"Paul was able to identify the problem with our electrical panel and quickly resolve it. He was able to arrive earlier then the time he quoted to us by more than an hour which made us very happy. His price was very reasonable. He quoted us a rate to install 2 interior lights and we will be using him in the near future to have this work done as well as his rat is very reasonable and he is willing to do the wiring through the attic as we requested."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Joe Electric
4.5(
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"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
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FYV Electric
5.0(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For Business

Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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\nFYV Electric is a locally owned and operated, licensed and insured electrical contractor serving Orange County and surrounding communities. We specialize in electrical panel and service upgrades, EV charger installations, troubleshooting, lighting, dedicated circuits, commercial electrical work, and code-compliant repairs. We also provide electrical drafting and design, including single-line diagrams, load calculations, panel schedules, permit-ready electrical drawings, and Southern California Edison (SCE) meter spot applications with utility coordination. Whether you need a new installation, service upgrade, ADU electrical plans, or permit assistance, we deliver safe, reliable workmanship, honest communication, fair pricing, and prompt professional service. Our goal is to make every project efficient, code-compliant, and built to last.

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Excellence Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+3 more

Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"I had Excellence Electric install a Tesla charger in my garage. The job was difficult and required a replacement upgraded 200 amp circuit breaker with a 60 amp power line pulled through the attic across the house and dropped down into the garage where the Tesla charger port needed to be installed. Raymond at Excellence Electric completed the job on schedule, took care of all of the HOA and city permits, and kept me updated all the way through the process. I can highly recommend Raymond at Excellence Electric with out hesitation for any electrical work needed on your home or office. Kyle Webb Casa Del Sole residence"
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Wilson Electric
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For BusinessElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+12 more

Serving Brea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wilson Electric was great to work with, they promptly responded for my request for a quote and provided me an estimated price for the job as described. The day they arrived to do the work, they finished in about 2 hours and made sure we were happy with the job. I would use them again in the future."
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Response time1 day
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Compared to amps, volts, and watts, ohms are a different kind of measurement, though also very common. Ohms show the resistance of materials like wiring: How much they impede the flow of electrons. The reason household wiring is usually copper or aluminum is that these materials are affordable and also have lower ohms, which means low resistance/high conductivity.

It’s generally not recommended to run electric to a shed above ground, and you should instead run electric lines underground via a conduit. This job, like all electrical jobs, is best left to a pro, as they’ll need to ensure everything is installed safely and that they don’t run into any other utility lines underground. 

In the United States, home outlets support a standard 15 amps, but you can upgrade per outlet if necessary. Most single-family residential homes have a maximum overall amp rating, usually 100 to 200 amps. Very old houses may have less than 100 amps, but that’s rare. Large homes often come with amp services above 200 amps to support modern lifestyles.

Multiple wire sizes are used for residential electrical purposes. While the most common sizes used in homes are 14 and 12 gauge, some appliances, such as stoves, electric water heaters, central air units, etc., may use larger gauge wire to accommodate their larger amperage. Typically, larger appliances require 10-, 8-, or 6-gauge wires.

Before hiring an electrician, check out the contractor’s official website, read reviews, and look them up on your local Department of Labor’s website. If you’re hiring for a complex job, pay special attention to their level of expertise. Also, call up pros directly to ask about their insurance status, specifically liability insurance, and request customer references.

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