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Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by Consumer+14 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Garafano Electric has being taking care of all the electrical needs and upgrades in our 90 plus year old house for a few years now. They always do A+ work. We're currently in the middle of some home renovations and they've been willing and able to work with our erratic schedule. Honest, dependable, and great at what they do. Can't recommend them high enough!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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B.K. Electric Services
4.1(
145
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedCeiling Fan - Install+14 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are selling our home and bk electric services did the electrical in the home for the original owners. We wanted to do a few touchup before selling the property. They came out and did some WIFI switches and outlets and few nice upgrades and changed some of the fixtures. They did a quick and fair price job."
Dining Room FIxture (steel)
Kitchen Fixture
Under cabinet LED rope lighting for bar
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+72

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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J & I ELECTRIC
4.9(
15
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Provided by ConsumerCeiling Fan - Install+9 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"J&I was hired to mitigate the aluminum wiring in my home by installing Alumiconn connectors in all electrical boxes. This work proceeded without a hitch as J&I had previous experience with Alumiconn connectors. J&I also always arrived at the work site on time, cleaned the work area after completing the work and provided detailed invoices showing labor and materials."
Under cabinet lighting
Kitchen lighting
Kitchen floating shelf lighting
Track lighting
Dining can lights with a pendant light

+10

Response time8 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
TRUE ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
5
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install+2 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The installed electricity in our office shed. Very knowledgeable, professional and accommodating. We highly recommend using True Electric for all your electrical needs."
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ACT Installs
4.9(
64
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Telephone Jacks and Wiring - InstallTelephone Jacks and Wiring - Install - For BusinessTelephone System - Install or Upgrade+1 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Andy & his crew do excellent work at a very good price plus they have a wide range of talents. Do not hesitate to hire them! They just finished installing stereo speakers inside the ceilings of my house plus amps & now I will ask them fix all my electrical issues. It might sound as if Iâ m related to them but Iâ m not(!) just very impressed w/ the whole ACT team & their work. Plus Andy is on call if needed to troubleshoot your new system if needed. Highly recommended."
Clean Wire-Free Living Room
Sonos Amps
Neatly Finished Wiring
Response time1 day
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Yes, many remodels include electrical upgrades for lighting, outlets, or charging stations. Confirm with your contractor.

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.

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.

On average, the cost to run electricity to an above ground pool is about $1,000. Certain factors can increase or cut these costs. For example, a larger pool or one farther from your house may require additional trenching for wiring, bringing costs as high as $4,000. On the other hand, a standard-sized pool closer to your home may only cost $350 to hook up to electricity.

An estimate for electrical work should include an estimated number and an estimated price to complete the work. An electrical estimate should also include a description of the services to be provided as well as the materials to be used, such as wiring, switches, panels, or other items, and the cost for those materials. If any tax is charged, that should appear on the estimate, too. Some estimates may include additional options that can be added to the base price of the quoted job if the customer chooses to go ahead with the add-ons.

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