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

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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(
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Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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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(
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Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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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(
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Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

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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(
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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

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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(
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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

The cost to replace or install an electrical outlet can vary. On average, you can expect to pay between $125 and $215 per outlet, including labor and materials. For a standard 120v outlet, the material cost is typically between $10 and $50. Labor costs for an electrician usually range from $50 to $100 per hour. The total cost can be higher if there are complex electrical issues to resolve. Specialized outlets like GFCI or high-voltage types can cost up to $50 each for the material alone. If you are replacing many outlets throughout your home, the total project cost could be between $900 and $3,000, but you may receive a better per-outlet rate from the electrician.

Rewiring an electric system in a house typically ranges between $2,000 and $9,000, but a simple project can cost as low as $1,500. More complex upgrades run $10,000 or higher. The price depends on the size of your home, how accessible the wiring is, the cost of materials, and local electrician fees.

How often you’ll replace your electric meter depends on what type of meter you have in your home. Induction meters can last around 10 years, while static meters will typically last around 20. If you’re unsure which kind of meter you have, a call to your electric company can help ease your mind.

Yes, it’s safe to strip a wire if you follow the proper safety precautions. First and foremost, you must always disconnect the power and never try stripping a live wire. Using wire strippers is another safety precaution, but don’t forget to keep your fingers away from the blade. It’s also critical you only remove the insulation and not accidentally cut into the conductor, which is unlikely as long as you’re using the right-sized wire stripper.

Basic smart light switches are available for as little as $20. If you can install them yourself, it’s a home upgrade that won’t break the bank. Many homeowners view them as a worthwhile investment for the additional convenience and security they can offer. However, they are a little more tricky to install than standard light switches, so if you don’t have the electrical knowledge to do a DIY job, unless you need a lighting upgrade, remember these are a nice-to-have rather than a necessary purchase.

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