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Avatar for Fregoso Electric Service
Fregoso Electric Service
4.8(
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

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Customers say: True professional

"I recently hired Luis Fregoso and his team for an electrical project, and I couldn't be happier. They were knowledgeable, answered all my questions, and completed the job to a high standard. They also cleaned up after themselves, leaving my home spotless. I highly recommend them for any electrical work!"
Shower lights
Vanity lights
200 amp service upgrade
200 amp service upgrade
New 200 amp main-panel

+23

Response time8 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Tail Gunner Electric
4.9(
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job was done quickly and professionally. Excellent quality workmanship at a reasonable cost. We will definitely use Tail Gunner Electric for our future home electrical projects."
EV charger
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Anderson Electric
4.7(
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Anderson Electric Encinitas for any electrical job needed for residential or commercial work. This company did a excellent job on our house !! I definitely will be using them again."
 Barn entrance switches and GFI receptacle.
 conduit, j-box, feeding interior and exterior bar
 Special modification for customer's desired effec
Conduit and lights, couldn't fit 3rd light into ph
 Conduit routed from barn to tack room

+5

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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kVa Electrical
5.0(
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"What a great guy. Oscar was able to get it done the same day and he gave a very good price and did a real nice clean job just as asked. Helped me move a couple of heavy items (I just had shoulder surgery). Now I have a 50 Amp, 240 volt receptacle right where I need it in my garage for my new EV. I will never hesitate to call him in the future and will recommend him to my family and neighbors."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FullemTec Electric
5.0(
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ryan from FullemTec was amazing. He was professional, knowledgeable, communicative and polite. His entire process of asking questions, assessing the situation, offering advice and options to completing the project was all seamless and stress free. His knowledge of building codes helped develop cost solutions and savings. I highly recommend Ryan and will definitely use him again for any electrical needs. Hire Ryan and you won’t be disappointed."
Westbourne
Westbourne
Washer Dryer
Wine fridge
Wine fridge

+14

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

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.

To install an outlet from existing wiring, you’ll need to choose a location where you can already access existing wiring. The easiest way to do this is to install an outlet on the other side of the wall of an existing outlet. 

Since the wiring is already in place, all you have to do is connect a new cable to the existing wiring and then connect the correct wires through the wall—to the new electrical outlet. Place your new outlet into the opening in the wall and then connect the correct wires to the appropriate terminal screws.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

Most people don’t think twice when using loose outlets, but they are a safety hazard. Loose outlets can cause issues with the flow of electricity in your home, resulting in electricity jumping from one connection point to another. When this happens, it can cause a spark that could start an electrical fire in your walls.

Electric water heaters use a high amount of electricity, so they’re best for homeowners who subsidize their electric bill with solar or who live in an area with inexpensive electricity. For others, gas water heaters versus electric water heaters may be the more cost-effective solution, with the added bonus of heating water quickly and efficiently. No matter which you choose, you can lower your water temperature as low as possible to keep costs down.

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