How much do electricians typically cost?
- Oakland, California Average$366
- Typical Range$170 - $591
- Low End - High End$100 - $1,000
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JE
Oakland, CA·
BB
In business since 2023
About us: "BAY BRIDGE ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business."
SS
Oakland, CA·
Residential Electrical
"He did electrical from our house to the garage. Trevor was on time, communicative, trustworthy, handled his business and easy to deal with."
Ron X. in May 2019
La Habra, CA·
Electrical, Solar
"MDM did some patio lights. upgrade service panel to 200A clean work and professional. Highly recommend"
Erika E. in December 2022
Livermore, CA·
Electrical - Residential & Commercial
"They were considerate, punctual and efficient. I am very happy with their electricians and the main person who estimated the job and assessed what needed to be done. They installed 3 light fixtures, an outdoor outlet and a new switch with a dimmer. I would certainly ask them back to do additional work when needed. I obtained a future estimate for replacing my kitchen lights as well. Likely to do this in the future. Very nice to deal with! And honest..."
Lisa B. in May 2016
TC
San Francisco, CA·
"He is skilled person about his work"
Mario Z. in May 2023
PE
"Marcos did an outstanding job, responded quickly, and went out of his way to find the right switch for a custom hard-wired wall sconce. Premium Electric's service was excellent and at a fair price."
Joel S. in October 2023
Vallejo, CA·
Electrical
"Excellent service. Very professional. Very kind and personable. Very fast and efficient. Excellent work."
Charles K. in November 2023
San Leandro, CA·
Electrical, Panel Upgrades
"The guy was great. He got everything done."
Cedric R. in April 2022
Martinez, CA·
Remodels, Painting and Restoration, Handyman , and 2 more
"They are very professional and I would like to work with them again"
trish M. in May 2021
AC
Fremont, CA·
Voip Telephone systems, Internet Service New service or Troubleshoot existing, Data Network Wiring support and management , and 1 more
"Jeff from Avid Communications returned my phone call over the weekend. H he showed up at our business exactly when we needed him and he fixed our outdated commercial phone system and got us back on track! Definitely recommend Jeff and his company"
jo B. in January 2022
San Mateo, CA·
elecric for major additions and remodels, panel upgrades, elecrical car stations
"The technician took care of my issue and was in and out. Intellectual professional"
Kenneth R. in May 2023
JE
In business since 2020
About us: "Detailed efficient dependable With over 25 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We work for our customers on their schedule, as to make it as convenient as possible for you! We look forward to working with you!"
FE
Santa Rosa, CA·
Phone, Cable and Ethernet Wiring, Switch, Outlet and GFCI Replacement, Audio and Visual and Home Theaters , and 2 more
"Stephen was knowledgeable about the Code requirements for Oakland (not all of the electricians who quoted on the job were) and flexible in working through the equipment needs (a panel and a subpanel). He and his crew (Jeff and Tom) were quick, clean and efficient in the installation and the price for the work was fair. I definitely would hire them again if I need more electrical work."
Stuart O. in December 2021
In business since 2021
Vallejo, CA·
Electrical Panel Upgrade, Recessed Lighting, Electric Vehicle Charging station , and 3 more
About us: "OG Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business."
Martinez, CA·
Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - Residential, Fixed Generator - Install, Electrical for business and Home Addition or Remodel - Install , and 2 more
"Fred was very communicative and flexible in helping me, my landlord and my fellow tenants work out the solution for adding a new 220V circuit and isolating some of my circuitry from the panel in my neighboring tenants office!. After understanding a relatively complex set of issues quickly he provided a fair estimate and proceeded with the job to fit the schedule of my neighbors to avoid interrupting their service by working on a Saturday. Fred arrived fully equipped and was able to finish the job in one day to my specifications and well done! Amber Electric Service is my new go to electrician. I am very pleased!"
Mark L. in December 2020
KR
San Jose, CA·
Electric Car Charging Stations
"I hire KRL for my 240v outlet and EV charger installation at my garage. Cost was reasonable. They are ver professional and responsive on communication.They are very responsive in communication."
Minsub L. in September 2021
Lathrop, CA·
Whole house rewires, Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade, EV charger
"Nery and his team are top notch. They replaced a sub panel in our new townhome, added a 20v breaker and also fixed some outlets that had really bad wiring. The first two tasks were already agreed upon and the 3rd was something they helped out with on a whim thankfully. Nery came multiple times to our Oakland home to provide estimates for different options we were considering. He gave us different ideas and was very professional. They arrived around 11am and were done by a little after 6pm. Their work was very clean and they pay a lot of attention to detail. I highly recommend them and have already shared their information with our entire HOA. I found them on Angi's list and am so glad I did! As first time homeowners, Nery was very reasonable in working with our budget. We can't recommend them enough!"
Jesús S. in April 2023
DC
Antioch, CA·
telephone jacks and wiring, computer repair, computer network wiring
"After At&t and 2 other professional phone install companies said they could not do the job because my system was too old, Dynamic Comm was able to install AND PROGRAM (which the others could not do) my complete PBX phone system in my office with 5 phone locations. Very professional and very knowledgeable! Worth every dime!"
Eddie S. in November 2013
KE
In business since 2023
About us: "Detailed efficient dependable With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We work for our customers on their schedule, as to make it as convenient as possible for you! We look forward to working with you!"
PP
Daly City, CA·
Panel Upgrade
"I am very pleased on the outcome of the electrical work done to my house. They installed my meter panel and main panel box , connected all my circuits in just two days. Workmanship looked very professional and passed inspection. They took care of all the permit application and coordinated with our power company to connect the new line. Overall I am very pleased and I will definitely hire them again for future electrical projects."
Anthony S. in November 2021
RA
"Best company and electrical technician I’ve ever had. A definitely repeat and recommendation for this company….thx Angi"
Tay D. in October 2023
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Costs for related projects in Oakland, CA
- Hire an Electrician$170 - $591
- Install Electrical Wiring or Panel$926 - $3,656
- Install a Generator$0 - $14,500
- Repair a Lighting Fixture$127 - $238
- Upgrade or Replace an Electrical Panel$1,085 - $2,664
Frequently asked questions
- An electrician’s cost per hour comes in between $50 and $100. It’ll vary depending on your location and the type or professional you hire. Areas with a higher cost of living can expect to pay on the higher end of that scale. Licensing level may also increase the price.
- Usually you’ll pay a higher rate for the first hour. This covers their travel and time expense. Emergency or after-hours rates are usually higher too – expect to pay an emergency fee of up to $300 plus a higher hourly rate.
Electricians do a fair amount of larger remodeling and new construction projects but also common residential projects including:
- Installing a light fixture or chandelier
- Installing a ceiling fan
- Adding an outlet
- Updating or replacing a circuit breaker
- Installing or updating an electrical panel
- Adding outdoor lighting and other electrical features
For cost information related to the above tasks, visit our Electrical Cost Guide.
- Do you have a license to perform electrical work in this state?
All states require an electrical license or work performed under a Master Electrician. You should also ask how many on the job hours of experience they have. - Do you have insurance?
Never use one who isn’t insured. You can ask to see proof of insurance. - Do you have prior work references?
You might skip this for small jobs like installing a light or outlet. For larger projects, always get references. - What are your rates?
Always ask up front. Getting a detailed quote up front is the best way to go. - Who is going to do the actual work?
Often, a Master Electrician will come out to diagnose and bid on projects, but they have their apprentice and journeyman electricians do the work. This isn’t a terrible thing, in fact it’s common practice. The Master’s license is on the line with any work he supervises. - Is your work warrantied or guaranteed?
Any reputable company or contractor warranties their work, usually for at least a year. - Are you usually on time?
Overbooking is a frequent problem with electrical work. Often, a service call goes long, and they end up showing up at your home late. This common complaint is easily remedied with an up-front and honest discussion. If they can’t be on time, make sure they’ll call.
1. Don’t Be Misled by an Electrician’s Hourly Rates
A truly skilled, well-equipped professional with a truck full of parts that charges $100 an hour can be a much wiser choice than an inexperienced hack, working with inadequate tools and no parts, but charging much less. Often, more experienced professionals get the job done quickly with warrantied work.
2. Compare Travel ChargesRates reflect travel times. Travel charges can have a big impact on your costs and are in some ways easier to compare than hourly rates. Many electricians spend a third or more of their time navigating traffic on their way to a jobsite. Every contractor must find a way to pay for the expense of driving each day.
3. Bundle Repair Jobs TogetherWhen you feel it’s time to call a pro, review your list and then conduct a mini-inspection of your home. Look for faulty switches and dysfunctional or crowded outlets. When the electrician comes, you’ll save money and time by getting everything taken care of at once.
4. How to Prepare & What to Know Before the Electrician Arrives- Be as thorough and detailed in describing your needs to your contractor. The more they know, the quicker the job will go.
- Before they arrive, prepare a precise list of items you want serviced. Electricians have budgeted their time for a service call. They don’t have time for additional requests once they are on site.
- Make sure the electrical panel box is accessible. You’ll pay for the time it takes to access it.
- Clear away fragile items, knickknacks and furniture from areas where you expect the them to work.
- If you have questions about the project, ask them before they start. Most are happy to run you through the problem and the process of fixing it.
- Ask about potential issues after the work is complete. During a service call a professional will spot any potential hazards.
- You’ll lose power to parts of your home while they work. Be prepared to pause anything you’re doing during the service call.
- In most cases you’ll have the option to either pay at the time of service or have a bill sent to you. You’ll be able to pay with cash, credit and sometimes check.
- By switching from ordinary incandescent light fixtures or bulbs to fluorescent or LED ones, you can substantially reduce energy consumption in your home.
- Motion detector switches can help you save money on outdoor lighting while at the same time providing very cost-effective security to your home.
- Creative landscape lighting and indoor accent lighting can make your home more appealing to you, your guests and potential buyers in the future.
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