Electricians in East Palo Alto, CA
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Joma ElectricNot in the EM network yet
- CA license #1059551 · C-10 Electrical, on the state list
- In East Palo Alto
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Bay Area MaintenanceNot in the EM network yet
- CA license #1005621 · C-10 Electrical, on the state list
- In East Palo Alto
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Lopez Dsn Electric IncNot in the EM network yet
- CA license #1073818 · C-10 Electrical, on the state list
- In East Palo Alto
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How much does an electrician cost in East Palo Alto?
Electricians in the San Jose–Sunnyvale–Santa Clara area typically earn $30.49 to $61.79 an hour, with a median of $43.77. About 5,480 people do this work in the area. A business’s rate is higher than this pay, because it also covers the license, insurance, travel and running the business.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025 (San Jose–Sunnyvale–Santa Clara metro area). Pay shown is what workers earn, not a quote. About our data
Common jobs in East Palo Alto
| Job | Labor time | Pay for that time |
|---|---|---|
| Outlets and switches | 1–2 hours | $30–$124 |
| Electrical panel upgrades | 6–10 hours | $183–$618 |
| Circuit breaker repair | 1–3 hours | $30–$185 |
| Lighting installation | 1–3 hours | $30–$185 |
| Recessed lighting | 3–6 hours | $91–$371 |
| Ceiling fan installation | 1–3 hours | $30–$185 |
Labor time is our estimate for a typical job. Pay for that time uses the San Jose–Sunnyvale–Santa Clara pay above; a business charges more, to cover insurance, travel and running the business.
What changes the price
- Size of the job: a single outlet or fixture is a short visit; a panel upgrade or rewiring takes days.
- Permits and inspection: many jobs need a city permit; ask whether the permit fee is in the quote.
- Access: attics, crawl spaces and finished walls take longer to work through.
- Parts: fixtures, breakers and panels are billed on top of labor, and prices vary a lot by brand.
- Timing: evenings, weekends and emergencies usually cost more.
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- Is this a fixed price or by the hour?
- What exactly is included, and what would cost extra?
- Do you carry liability insurance? Can you send the certificate?
- How long is your warranty on the work?
Do I need a licensed electrician in California?
For most electricians work, yes. In California the license comes from the CSLB (C-10) + DIR electrician certification. Every listing here shows the license we checked.
Why isn’t there one set price for each job?
Every job is different, so the pro you choose gives you their own price. The common jobs above show typical labor time and what local electricians earn for it, which helps you judge a quote.
Services
Outlets and switchesWiring and rewiringElectrical panel upgradesCircuit breaker repairLighting installationRecessed lightingLighting designCeiling fan installationCeiling fan repairWhole-house and standby generatorsPortable generator hookupsEV charger installationSurge protectionElectrical inspectionSmoke and CO detector wiringOutdoor and landscape wiringElectric baseboard and radiant heatHot tub and pool wiringElectrical repair
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