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

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Garafano Electric has being taking care of all the electrical needs and upgrades in our 90 plus year old house for a few years now. They always do A+ work. We're currently in the middle of some home renovations and they've been willing and able to work with our erratic schedule. Honest, dependable, and great at what they do. Can't recommend them high enough!"
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Wilson Electric
4.5(
199
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Serving Cathedral City, 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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Electrical Buddy
4.6(
34
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My kitchen stove went out after a power outage. I called Electrical Buddy once the power was restored. Brian arrived 40 minutes after I booked them. Had the job diagnosed and completed in less than 30 minutes. Very surprising low cost. Brian was very knowledgeable about the problem. I would book him again in a heart beat. Larry Bessey"
Response time6 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Home Team Electric
4.9(
162
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Carlos and his assistant were on time, efficient and the quality of work is excellent! I highly recommend Home Team Electric! They are my "Go To" electric company!"
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The Home Team Family
Technician Colt Cooper
Owners Frank & Corrine Luersen
General manager- Frank Luersen

+34

Response time1 day
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Rhythm Electric, LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very kind and knowledgeable while fixing some electrical issues at my coffee shop! I will definitely utilize them in the future and recommend them for anyone's electrical needs!"
Rear lighting.
Entryway lighting.
Mirror backlighting.
Mirror backlighting.
Under cabinet lighting.

+3

Response time8 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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C G Electric
5.0(
15
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I’m so glad I hired Chris for my electrical panel upgrade and to replace all of the outlets in my house. He was professional, knowledgeable and clean. I will be hiring him for all of my future electrical needs."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C T C ELECTRIC
5.0(
8
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Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

"I couldnâ t be happier with the service from CTC Electric! From the start, they impressed me with their knowledge and professionalism. They took the time to explain everything and gave me clear options without pushing unnecessary extras. The pricing was very fair, and they completed the job efficiently without sacrificing quality. Iâ ve worked with other electricians in the past, and this team stands out for their expertise and dedication. Highly recommend to anyone needing reliable, affordable electrical work!"
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

While the National Electrical Code (NEC) does not set a strict limit, a common guideline is to have a maximum of eight outlets or receptacles on a 15-amp circuit. This rule of thumb, which equates to about one outlet per 1.5 amps, helps keep the total electrical load safely below 80% of the circuit breaker's capacity. It is important to consider the power demands of any devices or appliances that will be plugged in, as overloading a circuit can lead to tripped breakers or create a fire hazard. To ensure the safety and code compliance of your electrical system, consult with a licensed electrician.

While it’s not mandatory unless you’re purchasing a home, it is important to schedule regular home electrical inspections for safety and to maintain your house’s value. Inspections can reduce fire risk and can help save money on insurance premiums. They can also catch problems before they start, saving money on repairs down the line.

A GFCI outlet can be 15A or 20A. The average American home power outlet is 15A.

Poorly designed and incorrectly installed outlets can create an electrical fire hazard, as do some phone chargers and adapters that plug into these outlets. However, most outlets are perfectly safe as long as they remain in working condition. Keep an eye on what you are plugging into the outlet and stay alert for signs of outlet malfunction, like sparks, burning smell, or frequent circuit tripping.

It’s not recommended to turn off your breaker box in hopes of saving electricity. Breaker boxes were not designed to constantly be switched on and off. Therefore, turning off breakers unnecessarily can cause costly damage that outnumbers any energy savings. Only flip your breakers if absolutely necessary when troubleshooting an electrical issue.

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