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Emrom Electric, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is wonderful!! I wish there were 10 stars The professional way the repair was done was better than I ever thought was possible. If you have an electrical problem hire this company. I can not say enough good things about them."
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(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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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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Electrical Pro
5.0(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony was excellent!! He was friendly, professional, knowledgeable , quick, thorough, troubleshooted the problem, and got our electricity back on. He gave us a lot of helpful tips avoid problems in the future. We highly recommend him to anyone needing electrical work."
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Mr Electric of Concord CA
5.0(
17
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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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
117 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Five or Free Electrical Solutions
4.5(
55
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional service. Would hire this company again if I need any electrical work done."
OUR WORK
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OUR WORK
Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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BONNER ELECTRIC
5.0(
14
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did a great job installing a socket and lights in my garage. Was super friendly, reliable, and didn't charge a ridiculous price! Definitely worth getting David to give you a quote!"
600 amp service
Response time9 hrs
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Line Load Electric
5.0(
21
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Extremely knowledgeable and helpful with our electrical and solar problem. Responded immediately and took care of the outage problem. Highly recommend this company."
Line load electric
Line load electric
Line load electric
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel

+7

Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
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Smoov Energy & Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ricky was very responsive and easy to talk to. He was very knowledgeable in setting up electrical wiring for charging my electric car. I highly recommend him for any electric vehicle wiring or installing nema 14-50s or Tesla chargers in your garage. He was very detail oriented and I would recommend or hire him again for any future electrical work."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

An air conditioner’s watt usage depends on multiple factors, including the type of AC unit, its size, and how often you use it. With that said, most central air conditioners consume between 3,000 and 3,500 watts. Meanwhile, window AC units use 900 to 1,400 watts, and portable air conditioners consume 2,900 to 4,100 watts.

Yes, hot tubs can use a significant amount of electricity, primarily to keep the water heated. A typical hot tub uses between 1,500 and 6,000 watts, and the pump can add another 1,500 watts. This usage can result in a monthly cost of around $20 to $30. The exact amount of electricity consumed depends on several factors, including the hot tub's age, size, heater voltage (120V vs. 240V), usage habits, and thermostat setting. Newer, energy-efficient models generally use less power than older ones. To reduce electricity costs, consider investing in an energy-efficient model, using a quality insulated cover with a thermal blanket, and keeping the filters clean.

You can certainly talk with electricians about pricing, but the pro has the first and last word on what they charge. If you feel like a quote is too expensive, you can discuss the quotes that other electricians have made and see if they’ll lower their estimate in return. Or you may be able to talk about specific parts of the estimate and how they can be changed. 

While you might not need to put lights and outlets on separate circuits, some local codes may require that you use separate circuits. Installing a separate circuit helps prevent total darkness in your home when your receptacle outlets take on too much power and blow a fuse or trip the breaker. It also costs less and is easier to simply install a new circuit.

Yes, a hot or overheating outlet is a fire hazard and can cause a fire. An outlet becoming hot indicates an electrical problem, such as an overloaded circuit, loose connections, or a faulty component. The heat from these issues can ignite nearby flammable materials like curtains or furniture. If you notice an outlet is hot to the touch, turn off the power at the circuit breaker, unplug any connected devices, and consult a qualified electrician. If a fire does start, use a Class C fire extinguisher or baking soda to suppress it, or evacuate immediately and call the fire department.

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