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Avatar for John Buckley Electric, Inc.
John Buckley Electric, Inc.
4.8(
120
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Serving Montara, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"John was perfect for my electric fixes. He gave me a good quote arrived for the job on time, fixed the electrical issues, explained what he was doing. And found a dangerous circuit overload and fixed it. I will hire him for my future electric needs."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GAETAWAY ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
13
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Serving Montara, CA and surrounding areas

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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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JC Electric
5.0(
7
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Serving Montara, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Estimate was very reasonable compared to others very understanding and polite which made communication very easy i had two outlets and two lights done in my patio they were super fast and cleaned up afterwards thank JC Electric"
Federal Pacific Panel
Federal Pacific Panel
Discoloration
Demoed out
100a 20/40 Space Sub Panel Replacement

+1

Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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ARECHIGA POWER
5.0(
12
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Serving Montara, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ray was instrumental in upgrading the electrical in my townhome, including installing new recessed lights, light fixtures, replacing receptacles with new ones and modern cover plates. He also relocated and installed a new subpanel providing dedicated circuits to appliances and the newly installed recessed lights. Ray is incredibly knowledgeable and very easy to work with and I would recommend him and happily use his services again."
Living room
Kitchen
Meter Main Panel Upgrade
Meter Main Panel Upgrade
Meter Main Panel Upgrade

+36

Response time1 day
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Proper Power Electric
5.0(
5
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Serving Montara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had Proper Power Electric come out to replace some old switches and put in a new ceiling fan in my dining room. Foster was the electrician who did the work, and he did an awesome job. Super professional, knew what he was doing, and got everything done efficiently. Definitely would hire them again!"
Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Budget Electric
3.4(
199
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Serving Montara, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Michael showed up on time and even called me as he was on his way to my home which I appreciated. He not only fixed my issue buy also explained to me how things work electrically. I would hire them again for any electrical issues and hope I get Michael again. Your company is lucky to have him."
Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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M & M Electric
4.6(
5
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Serving Montara, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marcus was fantastic. Fixed and finished the project quickly and professionally. I have put MM Electric in my contact list for future projects."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BAY AREA ELECTRICAL UNLIMITED
5.0(
4
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Serving Montara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Shane upgraded the electrical at my 3 unit building in San Francisco and ran some new wiring for a washer dryer combo. Did a great job, pricing and communication was good, very nice to work with. I recommend Shane for projects small and large!"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bay Easy Construction
4.3(
154
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Serving Montara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We asked about bringing a wall up to modern fire code so we can install major electrical equipment without worry. Bay Easy offered an inspection and quote on a schedule far quicker than we expected, then was able to plan and execute work on a tight turnaround, too. Ofer and his team were also great about telling us when demolition revealed existing problems and offering ways to deal with those issues without leaving us feeling pressured to accept expensive additions to the contract. They were then able to execute the additional work we chose while still staying within the original timeframe."
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+13

Response time10 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can plug an extension cord or an outlet extender into a GFCI outlet. The GFCI outlet will still be able to protect your system in the same way.

It can be safe to buy or live in a house with knob and tube (K&T) wiring, but only if the system is in good condition, functional, and has been thoroughly inspected and approved by a licensed electrician. Never purchase a home with K&T wiring without getting a professional electrical inspection first.

Key considerations include:

  • Safety and Condition: An inspector will verify that the wiring is safe and has not deteriorated. Over time, the insulation can wear away, leaving exposed wires that pose a significant fire or shock hazard.

  • System Capacity: The electrical service should be at least 60 amps. However, even at this capacity, K&T systems often struggle to handle the demands of modern appliances and electronics.

  • Lack of Grounding: Knob and tube wiring is an ungrounded system, which is a safety concern for many modern devices.

  • Ongoing Maintenance: If you live in a home with K&T wiring, it's recommended to have it inspected by an electrician every one to two years to ensure it remains in safe working order.

Ultimately, any inspection or modification of a knob and tube system should always be performed by a certified professional.

Yes, you can put a dimmer on a three-way switch, but it can’t be the same kind of dimmer you’d put on a standard light switch. A three-way switch requires a three-way dimmer. If two switches control a single or multiple lights, then you need a three-way dimmer. The type of light bulb should also be compatible with your fixture and dimmer.

Most new homes have coax outlets in every room. A home can require anywhere from one to five outlets based on how many rooms require internet, cable, or satellite access. If you want to mount your TV on a wall as part of a home renovation, consider installing a new outlet to avoid the need for a splitter or long cable that could slow down speeds.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

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