Licensed Electrician in Mountain View, California
Licensed electrical, solar, battery and EV charging for Mountain View homes and businesses since 2014
Last updated: September 2026
Often paired with: Solar · Battery storage · EV chargers · Panel upgrades
Further reading: How to hire an electrician in Santa Clara County · What solar costs in the Bay Area (2026) · Solar payback under NEM 3.0
Looking for an electrician in Mountain View? Pacific Edge Electric and Solar is a licensed C-10 contractor (CA License #1143455) based a short drive away in Los Gatos, and we have been upgrading panels, wiring EV chargers and installing solar and batteries across Mountain View since 2014 — in Old Mountain View bungalows, Monta Loma and Cuesta Park ranch homes, Waverly Park two-stories and the townhomes and condos that have gone up around the Whisman and San Antonio corridors.
Mountain View has a particular electrical profile. Electric delivery is PG&E, but generation for most households comes through Silicon Valley Clean Energy, the community-choice provider; that changes how your solar bill reads and how NEM 3.0 export credits are handled, and we walk customers through it. The housing stock ranges from 1940s cottages with original wiring to brand-new all-electric construction, and the city has among the highest EV ownership rates in the state. Panel capacity is the recurring constraint, and it is the first thing we check.
Electrical Services for Mountain View Properties
Residential Electrical
- Panel Upgrades - 100A to 200A+ service
- EV Charger Installation - Tesla and universal chargers
- Solar Installation - Rooftop solar systems
- Battery Storage - Tesla Powerwall, FranklinWH, Enphase
- Whole-House Rewiring - Modernize older homes
- Kitchen & ADU Electrical - Remodels and additions
- GFCI & AFCI - Safety code compliance
- Lighting & Ceiling Fans - Fixture installation
- Heat Pump & Induction Circuits - All-electric readiness
- Hot Tub & Outdoor Wiring - Exterior electrical
Commercial & Tech Campus Electrical
- Office Tenant Improvements - North Bayshore, Whisman and downtown Castro Street
- Workplace EV Charging - Load-managed Level 2 arrays for employee parking
- Lab & R&D Power - Dedicated circuits, 3-phase distribution, clean power
- Restaurant Wiring - Castro Street commercial kitchens
- LED Lighting Retrofits - Title 24 lighting and controls
- Panel & Service Upgrades - More capacity for new equipment
- Retail Electrical - San Antonio Center and El Camino storefronts
- Commercial Solar - Rooftop and carport arrays
- Multifamily EV Readiness - HOA and apartment charging programs
- Code Compliance - Corrections, inspections and sign-off
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Fast Local Response
Mountain View is 25 to 35 minutes from our Los Gatos shop via Highway 85 and Central Expressway. Same-day service for most urgent electrical calls; planned projects scheduled within the week.
Silicon Valley Clean Energy Know-How
Most Mountain View homes buy generation through SVCE and delivery through PG&E. We handle the PG&E interconnection and explain how SVCE net-billing credits appear on the bill, so there are no surprises after your solar is switched on.
Licensed & Insured
California C-10 Contractor License #1143455, bonded and insured. Every project is permitted through the City of Mountain View Building Division and inspected.
EV Charging Specialists
Tesla Certified Installer; Wall Connector, ChargePoint and universal Level 2 installs, plus EVEMS load management for homes where a full service upgrade is not practical.
Premium Equipment
Square D and Eaton panels, Tesla Powerwall 3, FranklinWH, Enphase IQ8 and IQ Battery, SPAN smart panels.
Transparent Pricing
Fixed, itemized quotes before work starts — the published ranges below are real Mountain View numbers.
Common Electrical Projects in Mountain View
Electrical Panel Upgrades
Monta Loma, Cuesta Park and Rex Manor homes were largely built on 100A service in the 1950s and 1960s, and a lot of Old Mountain View cottages still carry even smaller original services. We upgrade to 200A or larger, relocate meter mains that no longer meet PG&E clearance requirements, and pull the permit through the City of Mountain View Building Division. If you are planning a heat pump or all-electric remodel under the city’s reach codes, the panel is usually step one.
EV Charger Installation
Mountain View garages fill up with EVs faster than almost anywhere. A typical install includes:
- NEC load calculation for the new 40–60A circuit
- Dedicated 240V circuit and charger mounting
- City of Mountain View electrical permit and inspection
- Tesla Wall Connector, ChargePoint or universal Level 2 with app setup
- Load management (EVEMS) when the panel is at capacity
Solar and Battery for Mountain View Homes
Under NEM 3.0, a Mountain View solar system pays back fastest when it is sized to what the home uses and paired with a battery that carries the evening peak. We design and install the array and storage with our own crew, file the PG&E interconnection, and explain how the SVCE generation side of your bill will change.
- Right-sized array for self-consumption
- Tesla Powerwall 3, FranklinWH or Enphase IQ Battery backup
- City of Mountain View solar permit and PG&E net-billing application
- Optional SPAN panel for circuit-level backup control
Serving All Mountain View Neighborhoods
- Old Mountain View - Historic cottages, rewiring and panel upgrades
- Monta Loma - Mid-century ranch and Eichler-style homes
- Cuesta Park - Residential electrical and solar
- Waverly Park - Two-story family homes, EV and battery
- Shoreline West - Townhomes and single-family
- Rex Manor & St. Francis Acres - 1950s ranch homes
- Whisman & Blossom Valley - Condos, townhomes and new construction
- North Bayshore & Castro Street - Office and restaurant electrical
Mountain View Code Compliance
All electrical work complies with:
- City of Mountain View Building Division requirements
- PG&E service and interconnection standards (Greenbook); Silicon Valley Clean Energy net-billing enrollment
- Mountain View reach codes for new all-electric construction and major remodels
- National Electrical Code (NEC 2023, as adopted by the 2025 California Electrical Code, Title 24 Part 3)
- California Title 24 energy standards
| Service | Typical range | What moves the price | Typical timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 EV charger | $900 – $2,500 | Panel capacity, distance from panel, trenching | 1 day on site; permit 1–2 wks |
| Panel upgrade (100A → 200A+) | $4,500 – $14,000 | Amperage, meter/service relocation, access | 1–2 days; PG&E coordination 2–6 wks |
| Home battery (installed) | $9,000 – $20,000 | Battery brand, unit count, backup scope | 1–2 days; permit + utility 2–6 wks |
| Residential solar | $20,000 – $50,000 before incentives | ~$2.50–$3.80/W; roof complexity, battery add-on | 1–3 days; 6–12 wks end to end |
Ranges are before incentives, in standard conditions. Full detail, benchmarks, and our Fixed-Price Guarantee on the pricing page.
FAQs — Mountain View Electrician
How much does an electrical panel upgrade cost in Mountain View?
Most Mountain View panel upgrades fall between $4,500 and $14,000. Price moves with the target amperage (200A versus 225A or 320A), whether the meter main has to be relocated to meet PG&E clearances, service-run length, and any grounding or feeder corrections required by the inspector. You get a fixed, itemized quote after a free site visit.
How long does a panel upgrade take with the City of Mountain View and PG&E?
The hands-on swap is one day. Timing is governed by the electrical permit from the City of Mountain View Building Division and PG&E's disconnect/reconnect appointment; two to four weeks from signed quote to final inspection is normal, and we manage all of it.
Who is my electricity provider in Mountain View, and does it change my solar bill?
PG&E delivers your power; most Mountain View households buy generation through Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE). Your solar interconnection is still filed with PG&E, but net-billing export credits show on the SVCE generation portion of the bill. We explain exactly how your bill will read before you sign.
Do I need a permit for an EV charger in Mountain View?
Yes. A hardwired Level 2 charger requires an electrical permit from the City of Mountain View, which we pull and inspect as part of the job. As a Tesla Certified Installer and C-10 contractor (CA #1143455) we also prepare the load calculation the city may request.
What does a Level 2 or Tesla Wall Connector install cost in Mountain View?
With spare panel capacity, $900 to $2,500 is typical. Long conduit runs, exterior weatherproof routing, or a sub-panel raise the price. When a panel is full we price an EV energy management system next to a full upgrade so you can choose.
Can my existing panel handle an EV charger plus solar?
We answer that with a real NEC Article 220 load calculation. Many Monta Loma, Rex Manor and Cuesta Park homes are on 100A or 125A service, which is often tight once a 40-60A charger and a solar backfeed are added. Try our free load calculator first, then we confirm on site.
Are you a licensed and insured electrician serving Mountain View?
Yes. Pacific Edge Electric and Solar holds California C-10 Contractor License #1143455 and is bonded and insured. We are a Tesla Certified Installer and Enphase, SPAN and FranklinWH certified, with more than 1,000 Bay Area projects since 2014.
Do you give a fixed price or bill hourly?
Fixed. Mountain View projects are quoted as a total you approve before work starts, and any scope change is agreed in writing first.
How much does it cost to rewire an older Mountain View home?
Whole-house rewiring in Mountain View typically runs $8,000 to $20,000 or more depending on size, circuit count and whether we are removing knob-and-tube or cloth-insulated wiring from an Old Mountain View cottage or aluminum branch circuits from a 1960s ranch. Slab-floor homes are routed through the attic or surface raceway, planned room by room in the estimate.
Do you offer same-day or emergency electrical service in Mountain View?
Yes. Most Mountain View electrical needs are handled same-day, with emergency response available. From Los Gatos we typically reach Mountain View in 25 to 35 minutes.
Do you install solar and battery storage as well as electrical work?
Yes. We are one C-10 crew for the panel, the EV charger, the rooftop array and the battery, so a Mountain View electrification project goes in under one permit set. We install Tesla Powerwall, FranklinWH and Enphase storage and handle the PG&E interconnection.
Request Your Free Quote
Licensed, bonded & insured Bay Area electricians. Upfront pricing and same-day estimates available.
CA Lic #1143455 · Tesla Certified Installer · Enphase · Bonded & Insured
✓ 10-year workmanship warranty · ✓ Our own licensed C-10 crew — no subcontractors · ✓ Upfront, no-pressure pricing
Get a Free Quote ☎ (650) 451-8464