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Last update on April 30, 2026

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F.J. Lee Electric
5.0(
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Serving Nevada City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Frank did a great job with the electrical panel replacement and we would highly recommend him to anyone needing electrical work."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Sierra Smith Electric
5.0(
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Serving Nevada City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Sierra Smith Electrical was competent, knowledgeable, curtious and on time. Would highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Western Summit Electrical
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Serving Nevada City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike Velez was amazing. He did great work and got done fast. Very knowledgeable and a great guy. If you have any electrical issues or want anything done go with him."
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Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Turner Residential and Commercial Electric
4.9(
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Serving Nevada City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This contractor provided the best service that I could have asked for. They were competitively priced, professional and punctual. I will have Turner do all of my work and happily recommend them to anyone that is in need of electrical services."
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Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Kranick Electric Inc
5.0(
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Serving Nevada City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I am a satisfied customer. Daniel did a good job replacing /installing outlets all over the house , replaced the ceiling fan and was extremely professional with his interaction with us. I will use his services again. Anna"
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Empire Electric
5.0(
6
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Serving Nevada City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at Empire Electric , we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time4 hrs
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Silver Lining Electric
5.0(
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Serving Nevada City, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Silver lining Electric to anyone in need of reliable and skilled electrical work!"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair
4.2(
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Serving Nevada City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Diagnosed the issue as electrical. Will need to get electrician in to see where the problem is between the fuse box and the dishwasher."
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

While it’s not possible to put a main breaker in a main lug panel, it’s possible to convert a main lug to a main breaker. Converting to a main breaker panel offers increased safety, simplified control, compliance with building codes, and adaptation to changing electrical needs, especially when adding new circuits or upgrading the system.

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.

If your thermostat does not have a C-wire, you can hire a professional to check for an abandoned C-wire hidden in the wall, install a new C-wire, repurpose an existing G-wire to function as a C-wire, or purchase a C-wire adapter kit. 

There are some smart thermostat models that do not require a C-wire, but this will limit the functionality of the smart technology.

A faulty light switch can trip a breaker due to circuit overload or a short circuit. A faulty light switch may not always trip a breaker, so don’t use that as your only sign that something’s wrong. Always investigate the cause of a switch that isn’t working properly, feels hot to the touch, or is making unusual noises.

Unfortunately, yes, a wall outlet can just go bad. You could’ve purchased a faulty outlet, had it improperly installed, or just blown a fuse in your home. Regardless of what caused the issue, it’s important for you to hire the right professional for this job so they can get it done right the first time.

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