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Avatar for Emrom Electric, Inc.
Emrom Electric, Inc.
4.7(
80
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very lucky to find Emrom Electric and Emmanuel Mbisse. Our 100+ year old house in Berkeley needed complete rewiring after a short circuit and inspection. Emrom was able to start this huge job within a week or two, saving us a lot of money in tenants' dislocation expenses. Emmanuel was a pleasure to work with, providing explanations and giving us options along the way. He got the job done faster than we had hoped in a good, professional manner for a fair price. We would recommend Emrom to anyone and will definitely be contacting them for any future electrical work."
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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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For BusinessElectrical for Addition or Remodel - Install - For Business+1 more

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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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AC Electrical, LLC
5.0(
19
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Ceiling Fan - InstallElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+9 more

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AC Electrical is very professional and does the job right. Strongly recommend for any of your electrical needs!"
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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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony was great! Very professional and knowledgeable. I will absolutely use Anthony - Electrical Pro again. Highly recommend."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Single Line Electric
5.0(
49
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade - For Business+1 more

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Single Line Electric came to my house to view my need. 2 other companies I called wanted me to send a video of my home showing them my yard from the electrical box to my pool. They obviously didn't want the job. Nery came out and did a thorough assessment of my needs. His quote was reasonable and the project began soon after. I am very pleased with with Single Line Electric"
Main Panel Upgrade
Main Panel Upgrade
Main Panel Upgrade
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr Electric of Concord CA
5.0(
17
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair+4 more

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
115 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Golden Bay Electric
4.9(
29
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by ConsumerElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+9 more

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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Burkin Electric
4.6(
13
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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 Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"With Jim you get the BEST in a very timely and professional manner. We would never use anyone but Burkin Electric."
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+14

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Emanuel Morales Electric
5.0(
28
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairExterior Building Lighting - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Building Lighting - Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Kensington, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Emanuel easily accommodated our needs to install a 240 vt. outlet in our garage for charging an electric vehicle. Good professional work."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

The most common type of electrical outlet is a 3-prong outlet, which has two flat blades (one is wider than the other) and a round grounding pin. Older homes typically have 2-prong outlets that aren’t as safe as more modern options and are generally not up to current electrical codes.  Other outlets you can find in your home include 20A, 125 volt varieties for larger appliances like refrigerators or washing machines. 

There are also GFCI outlets, which protect against electrical shock in wet areas, such as bathrooms and kitchens, and arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) outlets, which protect against electrical fires caused by arcing.

Yes, electricians must be licensed, certified, and in most cases, insured. Licensing requirements vary by state and local municipality, but most U.S. municipalities require electricians to hold an electrical contractor’s license. It's always a good practice to confirm requirements with your local municipality. Even if licensing is not required in your area, hiring a licensed and experienced electrician often leads to a better end result.

A license is a legal requirement to operate a business and is necessary for pulling project permits. Certifications, on the other hand, are typically voluntary and demonstrate a certain level of expertise. In some cases, a certified electrician may send an apprentice or journeyman to perform the work, but they must operate under a primary electrician who holds the proper license.

Before hiring, you should verify the electrician's license, insurance coverage, and any third-party certifications. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing search to confirm a pro's license status. Additionally, businesses with the “Angi Approved” badge on our platform meet strict criteria, including having the required state and local licenses, passing a background check, and maintaining a high average rating.

The American Wire Gauge system calculates wire size diameters using the complicated formula D(AWG)=.005·92((36-AWG)/39) inch. A simpler rule of thumb is that every six-gauge decrease doubles the wire diameter, and every three-gauge decrease doubles the wire’s cross-sectional area. On the other hand, wavenumbers are typically measured in reciprocal meters (1/m or m−1) or reciprocal centimeters (1/cm or cm−1).

Yes, gas dryers still need electricity. While their heating system relies solely on natural gas to produce the heat that dries your clothes, gas dryers use electricity to power the lights and display screens on their interface, turn on the drum, and power any automatic moisture sensors inside the unit.

You should always turn off a breaker whenever electrical work is being done. This step can prevent electrical shock and injury. Also, if a breaker is repeatedly tripping, it can mean there is an electrical overload, and it should be shut off. You should contact an electrician to figure out the cause. Make sure to review how to turn off your circuit breaker safely if you do it yourself, and follow safety precautions to avoid severe injuries.

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