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Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - Install+14 more

Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1968

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"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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Electrical Buddy
4.6(
34
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not Provided+7 more

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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C G Electric
5.0(
15
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install

Serving Cathedral City, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

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"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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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+1 more

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 circuit breakers are designed to be reset after tripping, there isn't a strict countdown to when they will fail. The primary danger lies in a breaker tripping multiple times in a short period without allowing the components to cool down. Theoretically, a standard breaker might handle around 50 trips caused by simple overloading. However, this number can be much lower in practice. For instance, a high-current fault could damage a breaker to the point that it needs replacement after only two resets. Repeatedly resetting a breaker that trips frequently exacerbates the underlying problem by causing the electrical components, wires, and the breaker itself to overheat. This can lead to permanent damage, cause the breaker to trip unnecessarily in the future, and increase the risk of an electrical fire. If a breaker trips every few minutes, you should leave it in the 'off' position and call a qualified electrician for an inspection.

When combined with a substantial solar system, if you have enough Powerwalls, you could go off-grid and be energy independent. But remember, you'd need enough Powerwalls to power your whole home continuously because a single Powerwall can’t power large appliances for extended periods. One Powerwall is able to power an average-sized home's emergency circuits, lights, and outlets. To power large appliances, you likely need two or three Powerwalls.

The average cost to hire an electrician is around $350. However, every electrical job varies in scope, materials, and labor involved, so while you will likely pay anywhere between $85 and $1,100 for standard jobs, a project like rewiring a house can cost up to $30,000. You might also pay slightly higher prices if you need emergency work done or if the work involves accessing a hard-to-reach area in your home, like an attic or cramped crawlspace. You should ask your electrician for an estimate before agreeing to the work.

Most commonly, aesthetics and practicality influence a move. If your renovation or remodel involves the wall in question, you’ll obviously need to relocate. It all comes down to personal preference. You’ll need to hire a professional electrician for this task, so be sure to hire a licensed pro with plenty of experience with this type of electrical task.

That depends on your setup. If a circuit breaker already has GFCI protection, then everything connected to that specific circuit is being monitored. You don’t need additional GFCI outlets on that breaker.

However, if the breaker is not GFCI, then you should have GFCI receptacles for at-risk outlets nearby water sources, because they are not receiving protection. Breakers in a breaker box can vary between GFCI and non-GFCI. Look for GFCI labels on the breaker or try to find the breaker model number to look it up if you aren’t sure.

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