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Avatar for Power Up Electric Inc
Power Up Electric Inc
4.8(
648
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+10 more

Serving South El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Andrew is the best! He went above and beyond to help us fix two more issues we found during the electrical outlet installation. And he is very knowledgeable and honest at his work and we would definitely use him again and highly recommend everyone to use Andrew for any electrical needs. Thanks again for all your help Andrew!"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.
Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
188
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+14 more

Serving South El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JOHNSON ELECTRIC
4.7(
245
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Materials Not ProvidedElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation+10 more

Serving South El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Electricity was needed for a new control panel for my backyard sprinklers, and I needed a couple of light fixtures replaced in my house. The gentleman showed up on-time and quickly took care of everything in three hours, which included making a run to the hardware store for a part. The price was very reasonable since I used the promotion on Angie's List. Moving forward, they will be the first people I call for electrical work."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JK Flores Enterprise LLC.
JK Flores Enterprise LLC.
4.9(
57
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Ceiling Fan - RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairCeiling Fan - Install+10 more

Serving South El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Technician (George) that came over was in time. He was very helpful in identifying the concerns we had with the appliances electrical outlets and circuit breakers. If we need any more electrical work done on our house we will be searching out to JK Flores for there service."
Existing ceiling fan
UPS system ready for a power outage
e.v. charger
New ceiling fan in living room
backup power supply

+29

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Payan Electric, Inc. DBA Olvera Electric
Payan Electric, Inc. DBA Olvera Electric
4.9(
17
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeCeiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair+6 more

Serving South El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I personally prefer quality over quantity. Therefore the service and workmanship that we received surpassed my expectations greatly! Not only did Eddie do an amazing job, but he also explained everything in such ease helping the end product and solution come together perfectly. Very knowledgeable, thorough and responsive to any and all questions. We enjoyed working with Olvera Electric and will definitely alway count on in the future. Thank you again!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Coast Electric Company
5.0(
19
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Electrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not ProvidedElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Provided by Consumer+2 more

Serving South El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When reading reviews of companies, like many, I'm skeptical of the information... is it real... can they really be this professional? Well, the verdict is in on Coast Electric Company. They are truly the most terrific team of electrical contractors in the business. There are many reasons Ignacio and his son Jonathan are incredible, but we will start with what is most important to me. They are really good people. Just as human beings, I felt very comfortable with them in my new home and it almost felt like family. They worked tirelessly in my home for about a week and I felt incredibly comfortable leaving them the keys to my home. As a parent with 5 young children, I also felt comfortable letting my kids be around the team. It was like having family over. In terms of their work, it is second to none. We purchased light fixtures that were incredibly puzzling to install because we have no attic, but they found a way to make it look beautiful. We had a full panel upgrade and Ignacio was kind enough to go to the city and pull the permits very quickly. The team went far and above what I had originally asked them to do, but they stayed true to the original price quoted. I'm not one to write reviews, but this company truly deserves it. I will invite them for our first get together so they can admire the amazing work they did and so we could show our appreciation."
Hoover apartments complex
Hoover Ave job
Hoover st apartments
Mariposa apartment building
Mariposa apartment building

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Response time1 day
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Electrical FAQs, answered by experts

While most electrical items can be plugged into a GFCI outlet, some appliances with internal or stationary motors, such as refrigerators, vent fans, and fluorescent lighting, can cause nuisance tripping. This happens because they experience a small, normal amount of current leakage, which can cause the GFCI to trip even when the appliance is working correctly. Although this is not a safety hazard, it can be inconvenient and may cause the GFCI outlet to wear out faster. For this reason, it is often better to plug these types of appliances into a standard outlet. Additionally, electrical circuits over 100 feet long can sometimes cause tripping. Some appliances, like hair dryers, have their own built-in GFCI protection, so connecting them to a standard outlet is fine.

Local building codes typically require conduit around exterior wiring. Conduit protects the wire from moisture, extreme temperatures, sun exposure, and harsh weather conditions to prolong its lifespan. When a wire is worn out, it can be dangerous as the risk of electric shock or fire increases.

You can use a double-pole switch for a regular light fixture, but it's unnecessary and won’t be the most efficient choice. A single-pole switch works perfectly for standard lights. Double-pole handle high-power appliances that require both hot wires to be disconnected. Using a single-pole switch for regular lights is more cost-effective, simpler, and more common in residential settings.

The NEC prohibits the installation of electrical panels within clothing closets. Closets are filled with flammable items like clothing, mothballs, shoe polish, plastic containers, and exposed light bulbs. If the panel develops a small electrical fire, it won’t take long to bloom into a real disaster. If you have an electrical panel in one of your home’s closets, move it as soon as possible with the help of a professional electrician.

Yes, states and local governments can have additional building codes that address kitchen outlets. In most cases, these kitchen outlet codes simply refer to the NEC. However, states or local municipalities can have separate requirements for electrician licensing, such as requiring a permit to make big changes, and other details.

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