San Jose, California
Electrician in San Jose, CA
Licensed C-10 electrical contractor serving San Jose homes and businesses — panel upgrades, EV chargers, rewiring, lighting, and same-day repairs.
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As the largest city in the Bay Area with over one million residents, San Jose has an incredibly diverse housing stock — from Victorian homes in the Naglee Park and Rose Garden neighborhoods to modern developments in North San Jose and Evergreen. Many mid-century homes in Willow Glen and Cambrian still have original 100-amp panels that can't support today's EV chargers, home offices, and AC systems. Fox Electric provides full-service electrical work for San Jose homeowners and businesses, from panel upgrades to complete rewiring.
Electrical Services in San Jose
From panel upgrades to same-day repairs — here's what San Jose homeowners call us for most.
Panel Upgrades
Upgrade from 100A to 200A+ to support EV chargers, heat pumps, and modern loads. Federal Pacific & Zinsco swaps included.
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EV Charger Installation
Tesla, ChargePoint, and Level 2 chargers on dedicated circuits — load calc, permit, and PG&E coordination handled.
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Lighting Design
Recessed, pendant, landscape, and LED lighting — designed, installed, and dimmer-controlled for any room.
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Smart Home Wiring
Lutron, smart switches, video doorbells, automated lighting, and whole-home controls wired in clean.
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Whole-House Rewiring
Replace aluminum, knob-and-tube, or cloth-insulated wiring with modern copper — GFCI/AFCI throughout.
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Troubleshooting & Repair
Tripping breakers, dead outlets, flickering lights, buzzing panels — diagnosed and fixed, often same day.
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Straightforward, permitted, and clean — from your first call to final sign-off in San Jose.
Book a Visit
Call or request a quote online. We confirm a service window that fits your San Jose schedule.
On-Site Assessment
A licensed Fox electrician diagnoses the work, walks you through options, and gives a fixed-price quote.
The Work
Permits pulled, work done clean and to code, every circuit labeled. Most residential jobs finish same day.
Inspection & Sign-Off
City inspection passed, the area cleaned up, and you keep all warranty and permit paperwork.
Designer Lighting Install — San Jose
A San Jose dining and entry remodel called for a statement upgrade. We installed a glass-bubble chandelier with coordinated pendants, added zoned dimmer controls, and reinforced the ceiling boxes for the heavier fixtures — wired clean and balanced for even light.
- Scope: Chandelier + coordinated pendants, fully dimmable
- Detail: Fan-rated boxes reinforced for the heavier fixtures
- Controls: Lutron dimmers zoned by room
- Outcome: Magazine-ready lighting, installed in a day
Why San Jose Chooses Fox Electric
Local to San Jose
Based in San Carlos — 25 min away from your door. Fast arrivals and real local knowledge of San Jose homes and permitting.
Licensed & Insured
CSLB #1145945 — fully licensed C-10 contractor and bonded. Every job permitted and inspected to current code.
Same-Day Availability
Tripped breaker, dead outlet, or a panel acting up? We hold same-day slots open for San Jose homeowners.
5.0★ on Google
132 five-star reviews from Peninsula homeowners. We earn the rating on every visit, not just the first.
Permits & PG&E Handled
We pull your city permits and coordinate PG&E meter work and inspections — you schedule one day, we do the rest.
Upfront, Fixed Pricing
Free estimates with written fixed-price quotes before any work starts. No obligation, no surprises.
Areas We Serve in San Jose
Serving ZIP codes: 95110, 95112, 95113, 95116, 95118, 95120, 95121, 95122, 95123, 95124, 95125, 95126, 95127, 95128, 95129, 95130, 95131, 95132, 95133, 95134, 95135, 95136, 95138, 95139, 95148
San Jose Electrical Questions
How much does an electrician cost in San Jose?
Most residential electrical projects in San Jose range from $200-$2,500. A standard panel upgrade runs $2,500-$4,500. Estimates are free — we come out and give you a fixed-price quote.
Do I need a permit for electrical work in San Jose?
Yes — the City of San Jose Building Division requires permits for panel upgrades, new circuits, rewiring, and EV charger installations. Fox Electric handles all permit applications and inspections for you.
Does Fox Electric serve all of San Jose?
Yes, we serve every neighborhood in San Jose — from Almaden Valley and Silver Creek to Berryessa and North San Jose. Our team is typically on-site within 30 minutes for emergency calls.
Can you upgrade my panel for EV charging in San Jose?
Absolutely. Many San Jose homes need a panel upgrade from 100A to 200A to support Level 2 EV charging. We handle the panel upgrade, dedicated 240V circuit, and charger installation as one project.
Do you work on older homes in Willow Glen and Rose Garden?
Yes — these neighborhoods have many homes from the 1940s-60s with original wiring. We specialize in whole-house rewiring, knob-and-tube removal, and aluminum wiring replacement while preserving the character of your home.
Get in Touch
Need an Electrician in San Jose?
Call Fox Electric for fast, reliable service in San Jose. Free estimates — call (650) 550-0719.
Free estimates · Troubleshooting $90/hr · Safety inspection pricing — ask our team
(650) 550-0719