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Emrom Electric, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is wonderful!! I wish there were 10 stars The professional way the repair was done was better than I ever thought was possible. If you have an electrical problem hire this company. I can not say enough good things about them."
 High Voltage systems
 Control system
 High Voltage controls
 Control system
 Electrical main panel upgrade

+9

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CA Electrical Group 24/7
4.7(
61
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Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Responded immediately to our inquiry. Sent their guy, Israel, for inspection. Since the job was not complicated, we had him complete the job. He was very respectful, told us the problem, proceeded to complete the job. I would highly recommend CA Electrical Group."
apartment rewire
main service panel upgrade multi meters
tesla
new 3 phase commercial electrical panel
solar ready main panel

+123

Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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AC Electrical, LLC
5.0(
19
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Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AC ELECTRICAL installed a breaker, sized the wire and completed the install for my electric vehicle charging station at 2 of my Bay Area properties. Iâ m happy with the results and highly recommend."
240v Tesla wall mounted
3/4 INCH EMT TIED INTO PANEL
TESLA CHARGER NIGHT LIGHT
COMMERCIAL EV STATIONS
GRIZZLIE AVALANCHE EV CHARGER

+20

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Electrical Pro
5.0(
11
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Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony was excellent!! He was friendly, professional, knowledgeable , quick, thorough, troubleshooted the problem, and got our electricity back on. He gave us a lot of helpful tips avoid problems in the future. We highly recommend him to anyone needing electrical work."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Single Line Electric
5.0(
49
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Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Single Line Electric just finished a complete rewire of our home, and we could not be more satisfied with their work! I know very little about the electrical field, and Nery patiently explained the project to me in laymanâ s terms. He provided options so I never felt pressured into one choice, and his quote was fair. Nery and his crew are professionals through and through. They treated our home with care, and when they finished the job it was as if no one was ever here. Except for the fact that all of our lights and outlets work correctly, and we can sleep easy knowing our home wonâ t burn down because of old faulty wiring in the walls! Our home is old and big, so we didnâ t trust this massive project to just anyone. We are so happy we found Single Line Electric, and we would whole heartedly recommend them to anyone for any size project!"
Main Panel Upgrade
Main Panel Upgrade
Main Panel Upgrade
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr Electric of Concord CA
5.0(
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Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am giving Mr. Electric the highest complement I can as a customer - I will definitely use them again when I need electrical work done!"
Response time7 hrs
114 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Golden Bay Electric
4.9(
29
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Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job was quoted so quickly and was onsite within 90 minutes. I have rarely received such quick service for a small job. Electrician was courteous, clean and professional. No price gouging with this company, they will now be my go to all my electrical needs going forward. Thanks Golden Bay Electric!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Your outlet should be a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). These outlets will cut power off in the case of an electrical fire, keeping your home and family safe. Extension cords can also be GFCIs. A local electrician can replace older outlets with GFCIs, if necessary.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

Both can and canless lights have distinct advantages, and the better option depends on your specific needs and preferences. Canless lights are often preferred for modern homes due to their slim, low-profile design, energy efficiency, and ability to fit in tight spaces with less ceiling depth required. Can lights, or traditional recessed lights, provide a classic look and may be better for high ceilings or areas that need stronger, more focused light. While they can be durable, they typically require more ceiling space and installation work. Ultimately, you should choose canless lights for a modern look and energy savings, or opt for can lights for a traditional aesthetic and robust lighting in larger spaces.

The safest way to pull an electrical cord from the wall outlet is by gently but firmly grabbing the plug and pulling it out. Pulling on the cord instead of the plug can cause damage to the cord, leading to an increased risk of electrical problems like fire or electric shock. If you notice damaged wiring on an appliance or device, it’s best to stop using it immediately.

You can verify an electrician’s license with your local licensing department and request proof of liability insurance from your electrician. You may also want to seek out online reviews for first-hand testimonials.

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