Your Local Los Gatos Electrician
Trusted electrical services in Los Gatos since 2014 - based right here on Los Gatos Blvd
When you need a licensed electrician in Los Gatos, you want someone local who understands the unique characteristics of Los Gatos homes and can respond quickly. That's us. Pacific Edge Electric and Solar is headquartered right here in Los Gatos at 16185 Los Gatos Blvd, and we've been serving our community for over 10 years.
As your local Los Gatos electrician, we understand the specific needs of homes in this area - from historic downtown properties to hillside estates. We're fully licensed (CA License #1143455), bonded, and insured, providing professional electrical services to Los Gatos homeowners and businesses.
Electrical Services for Los Gatos Homes & Businesses
Residential Electrical
- Panel Upgrades - 100A to 200A+ upgrades
- Home Rewiring - Modernize older Los Gatos homes
- EV Chargers - Tesla and universal charging stations
- Solar Installation - Rooftop and battery systems
- Landscape Lighting - Outdoor electrical for hillside properties
- Pool & Spa Wiring - Safe outdoor installations
- Home Automation - Smart lighting and controls
- Generator Installation - Backup power for outages
- Kitchen Remodels - Electrical for renovations
- Code Upgrades - GFCI, AFCI compliance
Commercial Electrical
- Retail Electrical - Downtown Los Gatos storefronts
- Restaurant Wiring - Commercial kitchen electrical
- Office Build-Outs - Complete electrical systems
- Tenant Improvements - Lease space upgrades
- LED Lighting Retrofits - Energy-efficient upgrades
- Commercial Solar - Reduce operating costs
- EV Charging Stations - Workplace charging
- Emergency Lighting - Exit and safety systems
- Code Compliance - Town of Los Gatos requirements
- Electrical Inspections - Pre-purchase evaluations
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Licensed, bonded & insured Bay Area electricians. Upfront pricing and same-day estimates available.
CA Lic #1143455 · Tesla Certified Installer · Enphase · Bonded & Insured
Request a Free Quote ☎ (650) 451-8464Why Los Gatos Residents Choose Pacific Edge
Truly Local - Based in Los Gatos
We're not a San Jose company serving Los Gatos - we're headquartered right here on Los Gatos Blvd. That means the fastest possible response times and deep familiarity with Los Gatos properties, building codes, and the Town permitting process.
Historic Home Specialists
Many Los Gatos homes date back to the early 1900s. We have extensive experience upgrading electrical systems in historic properties while preserving architectural integrity and meeting modern safety codes.
Hillside Property Expertise
Los Gatos hillside homes present unique electrical challenges - long driveways, landscape lighting, slope considerations, and more. We've handled hundreds of projects on Los Gatos hillside properties.
Licensed & Insured
California Contractor License #1143455, fully bonded and insured. All work meets National Electrical Code and Town of Los Gatos building requirements.
Premium Equipment Only
We install only UL-certified equipment from trusted brands like Square D, Tesla, and Enphase. Your Los Gatos home deserves the best.
Transparent Pricing
Upfront, detailed estimates with no surprises. You'll know the exact cost before we start work.
Common Electrical Projects in Los Gatos
Electrical Panel Upgrades for Older Homes
Many Los Gatos homes were built when electrical demands were much lower. If you're experiencing frequently tripped breakers, planning to add solar or an EV charger, or your panel is running out of space, an upgrade to 200 amps is likely needed. We coordinate with PG&E for seamless panel replacement and handle all permitting with the Town of Los Gatos.
Solar Panel Installation on Los Gatos Rooftops
Los Gatos enjoys excellent sun exposure, making it ideal for solar. We design custom solar systems for Los Gatos homes using premium Tesla, Enphase, and FranklinWH equipment. Our solar installations include:
- Complete system design optimized for your roof
- Town of Los Gatos permits and approvals
- PG&E interconnection and net metering setup
- Battery storage options for backup power
- 25-year warranties on equipment and installation
Tesla Wall Connector & EV Charger Installation
Los Gatos has high EV adoption rates. We're Tesla Certified Installers and can install any Level 2 home charger. Most Los Gatos homes need 240V circuit installation and sometimes panel upgrades to support EV charging. We handle everything from permit to final inspection.
Landscape & Outdoor Lighting
Los Gatos properties often feature beautiful landscaping and hillside views. We install landscape lighting systems that enhance your property's aesthetic while meeting safety requirements for outdoor electrical work. Low-voltage LED systems, pathway lighting, accent lighting for trees and architecture, and security lighting are all specialties.
Serving All Los Gatos Neighborhoods
- Downtown Los Gatos - Historic homes and businesses
- Los Gatos Hills - Hillside estates and properties
- Belgatos - Residential electrical services
- Surmont - Neighborhood electrical contractor
- Monte Sereno - Adjacent luxury properties
- Highway 17 Corridor - Mountain properties
- Los Gatos Creek - Creekside homes
- Old Town - Commercial electrical services
Los Gatos Building Code Compliance
We're experts in Town of Los Gatos electrical requirements:
- Town of Los Gatos Building Division permit applications
- National Electrical Code (NEC 2023)
- California Title 24 energy efficiency standards
- Town-specific requirements for historic properties
- Hillside development electrical standards
We schedule inspections with Los Gatos building inspectors and ensure your project passes the first time.
FAQs — Los Gatos Electrician
How much does an electrical panel upgrade cost in Los Gatos?
Most Los Gatos panel upgrades land between $2,500 and $5,000. What moves the number is the target amperage (200A is now standard), whether your meter or main service has to be relocated, and access — many of our hillside Los Gatos jobs need longer conduit runs from a detached meter or down a sloped driveway, which adds labor. Because our office is right here on Los Gatos Blvd, we can usually walk a property the same week and hand you a fixed price on the spot. Call (650) 451-8464.
How long does a panel upgrade take once you factor in the Town of Los Gatos permit and PG&E?
The swap itself is a single day on site. The longer part is paperwork: pulling the electrical permit through the Town of Los Gatos (note it's a Town, not a City) and scheduling PG&E to drop and reconnect your service. End to end that's usually about 2 to 3 weeks. Being based in town, we've run this loop with the Town of Los Gatos Building Division and PG&E's local crews many times, so we keep it moving.
Do I need a permit to install an EV charger in Los Gatos, and will you handle it?
Yes — a hardwired Level 2 charger needs an electrical permit from the Town of Los Gatos, and we file it, schedule the inspection, and meet the inspector for you. As a C-10 licensed (CA #1143455) and Tesla Certified contractor headquartered on Los Gatos Blvd, we keep the whole install code-compliant so it passes on the first visit.
What does a Tesla Wall Connector or Level 2 charger cost to install in Los Gatos?
When your panel already has spare capacity, a Level 2 or Tesla Wall Connector install in Los Gatos typically runs $800 to $2,200. The variables are the distance from your panel to the parking spot and whether the run is exposed or fished through walls — common on older downtown homes and on hillside garages set away from the main panel. We quote one upfront price covering the circuit, the charger, the permit, and inspection.
Should I add a whole-house standby generator for PSPS and wildfire outages up in the Los Gatos hills?
It's one of our most-requested projects on the Los Gatos hillside. Properties above town and along the Highway 17 corridor get hit hardest by PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoffs and storm outages, and a portable unit won't carry a well pump, HVAC, and a full kitchen. We install automatic standby generators (Generac, Kohler) with an automatic transfer switch that restores power within seconds — no manual switching. For homes leaning solar, we also pair Tesla Powerwall or FranklinWH batteries for quiet, fuel-free backup.
Can my existing panel handle both an EV charger and solar, or do I need to upgrade first?
A lot of older Los Gatos homes — especially around downtown and Old Town — still run 100A service that's already close to full. Stacking a 40–60A EV circuit on top of solar usually pushes you to a 200A panel. We don't guess: during your free visit we run a proper load calculation per the California Electrical Code and tell you straight whether your current panel is fine or an upgrade is the smarter move before you spend on either.
Are you a licensed and insured electrician serving Los Gatos?
Yes, and Los Gatos is our home base. Pacific Edge Electric and Solar holds California C-10 Contractor License #1143455 and is fully bonded and insured. We're a Tesla Certified Installer and Enphase Installer, with more than 1,000 completed projects since 2014. Our office is at 16185 Los Gatos Blvd, so you're hiring a local crew, not an out-of-area dispatch.
Do you give fixed upfront pricing or just hourly estimates?
Fixed and upfront. You see and approve the full project total before we touch anything — no creeping hourly meter, no surprise add-ons. Estimates are free, and because we're based right here in town we can often get a Los Gatos estimate scheduled same-week.
How much does it cost to rewire an older Los Gatos home?
Whole-house rewiring in Los Gatos generally runs $8,000 to $20,000 or more. The downtown and Old Town homes built in the early 1900s often still have knob-and-tube or cloth-insulated wiring, which we replace circuit by circuit while protecting original plaster, trim, and the architectural character these homes are known for. You'll get a detailed, room-by-room estimate so nothing is a mystery.
What are the signs my Los Gatos home needs a panel upgrade?
Watch for a fuse box or 100A service, breakers that trip when you run several appliances, lights that dim when the AC or oven kicks on, a panel that's warm to the touch or shows scorch marks, and no open slots for new circuits. Planning solar, an EV charger, a heat pump, or a hot tub is also a clear trigger. Any one of these is worth a free inspection — we're a short drive from anywhere in town.
Do you offer same-day or emergency electrician service in Los Gatos?
Yes — and this is where being headquartered on Los Gatos Blvd really pays off. We're typically on a Los Gatos doorstep within 15 to 30 minutes for emergencies, the fastest response in any city we serve, plus same-day availability for most non-urgent work and 24/7 emergency dispatch. Call (650) 451-8464 anytime.
Do you install solar and battery storage alongside the electrical work?
Yes. We're a full solar-plus-electrical contractor, so a panel upgrade, EV charger, rooftop solar, and battery backup can all be handled by one licensed local team. We install Tesla Powerwall, FranklinWH, and Enphase IQ battery systems and manage the PG&E interconnection and net-metering paperwork — popular with hillside Los Gatos homes that want to ride out PSPS events on stored solar power.
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Licensed, bonded & insured Bay Area electricians. Upfront pricing and same-day estimates available.
CA Lic #1143455 · Tesla Certified Installer · Enphase · Bonded & Insured
Request a Free Quote ☎ (650) 451-8464Your Los Gatos Electrician is Just a Call Away
Based locally on Los Gatos Blvd, we provide fast, professional electrical services to our community.
Office: 16185 Los Gatos Blvd. Ste 205, Los Gatos, CA 95032
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