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Avatar for Dalcon, Inc.
Dalcon, Inc.
4.7(
83
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Serving Menlo Park, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"This was the first time I worked with them. I plan to use them as my electrical service for 3 rental houses. They were ontime, online, and on the job. Just what I need for remote servicing."
SPAN Smart Panel
SPAN Smart Panel
Los Gatos Multi Meter
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CA Electrical Group 24/7
4.7(
61
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Serving Menlo Park, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. I needed to upgrade my electric panel, Ben did an excellent job very professional. Installing switches, circuit breaker panels, relays, and other electrical control and distribution equipment was the right call. I look at several electricians with reasonable prices and CA Electrical Group was definitely the right call. I will highly recommend CA Electrical Group to all my friends. What was important to me was his daily commitment to start and finish the job the dates we agreed on."
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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JC Electric
5.0(
9
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Serving Menlo Park, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything went very smoothly. The electricians answered every question I had and listened to all me concerns. They assured me they were professionals and that's exactly what I got. I now have an electrical company I can trust and will definitely recommend."
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+51

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LIGHTLINE ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
8
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Serving Menlo Park, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Joe from lightline electric was great took good care of me and my family. Loved that he took time to make sure I know my choices and helped me understand PG&E and how to work with them."
Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GAETAWAY ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
13
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Serving Menlo Park, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Not only was the job done in a timely fashion but was very clean… the customer service was top tier! …. Communication, punctuality, and sense of pride in their work lets you know you hired the right contractor for the job! …. They left the work area cleaner then it was before they arrived.. the work I had done was a panel upgrade and also install my Tesla EV charger… real game changer no more stopping at superchargers to charge my Tesla!…. Thank you to Gaetaway electric I’m able to commute to work an home no more pit stops!"
Exterior LED lighting and address
Pergola ceiling fan/lighting.
Tesla home electric vehicle charging station and conduit install.
Commercial LED high bay lighting.
Generac home electric vehicle charging station, conduit/outlet install.

+9

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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PURE ELECTRIC SOLUTIONS
5.0(
21
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Serving Menlo Park, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Experience has been one of 100% satisfaction from exploratory phone call to completion of EV Charger instillation. Sal is very customer oriented, friendly, knowledgeable, professional in his approach, no hard sell approach and very competitive pricing. with post install on call service and support."
Basic EV Outlet
EV Level 2 Charger
Outdoor EV outlet
EV outlet
Tesla wall pack EV charger

+36

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R & C Electric
5.0(
14
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Serving Menlo Park, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Iâ m very pleased with the work Raja did to install my Tesla wall connector. He was very patient and responsive while was in contact with him through text. When he arrived for the installation, he explained the process in details and took time to clear any concerns or questions I had. His work was very clean and professional. The job was completed within the promised time. After the installation, he gave a thorough explanation about the connector. I would absolutely recommend Raja to my friends and I plan to contact him for any other electric work."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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pyramid electric
4.9(
7
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Serving Menlo Park, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Alexis responded quickly, gave a fair estimate while explaining the process quickly. He was friendly, knowledgeable, efficient and thorough. I would highly recommend for any electrical work needed."
Upgrading an electrical panel
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Taking pride on my craftsmanship
Electrical Project

+9

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%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.

Choosing a unit with higher BTUs can use more electricity if the BTUs are more than what’s necessary for your room size. However, choosing an AC with BTUs that match the size of your room or house, your unit will cool your space efficiently. On the flip side, choosing a system with not enough BTUs can cause the system to work harder to try to cool the space, leading to more electricity consumption and higher energy bills.

Common warning signs of an overloaded electrical panel or meter box include frequent circuit breaker tripping, flickering or dimming lights, scorch or burn marks, and a burning scent coming from the panel. A circuit breaker trips as a protective measure to prevent overheating and potential fires. If you observe any of these signs, turn off the affected circuit breaker and move some devices to a different circuit. If the problem persists after turning the breaker back on, you should contact a professional electrician to resolve the issue.

No. When applied properly, electrical tape is designed to be an insulating material with high resistance to electricity. It can reinforce electrical connections and act as a safeguard to help ensure the electrical current stays within its designated pathways. However, it’s important to note that it can break down over time and you should never use it as a replacement for electrical wire caps.

Systems should be checked every 2-3 years or whenever signs of age appear, maintaining network integrity and safety at all times.

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