Common problems
- Flickering lights
- Buzzing from a panel or switch
- Breakers that keep tripping
Services
- Outlet and switch repair
- Panel upgrades
- EV charger installation
If it's urgent: Sparks, a burning smell or a scorched outlet? If it's safe, switch off the breaker, and call 911 if you see smoke.
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What usually goes wrong
A few signs it's time for a electrician:
- Flickering lights
- Buzzing from a panel or switch
- Need more outlets or a bigger panel
Homes in Davis: what pros run into
Most homes sit on slab foundations. The Davis Farmers Market runs year-round in Central Park.
The city switched from groundwater to mostly river water in 2016. Some homes from the late 1960s and early 1970s were built with aluminum branch wiring, which needs the right connectors to stay safe. UC Davis is the city's largest employer.
Rooftop solar and home batteries are common here, and adding them often means a panel upgrade and a utility interconnection. Tule fog can settle in on winter mornings.
Local rules
PG&E, with power supply from Valley Clean Energy by default delivers electricity in Davis. If the whole block is dark, report it to them first. If it's just your home or one circuit, that's electrician territory. In California, licenses for electrical contractors come from the Contractors State License Board, and electricians working for them need state certification.
Old North has homes from the early 1900s. Your water bill comes from the City of Davis, sewage is handled by the city's wastewater treatment plant, and the City of Davis Building Division issues building permits. Village Homes was built in the 1970s as an early solar-designed neighborhood.
What happens after you call
- Tell us your ZIP code and what's happening.
- We send it to an independent electrician who works around Davis.
- The pro contacts you, and nothing happens until you agree.
Before you call
Clear a path to the electrical panel and move anything stored in front of it.
Have a rough idea of the age of the equipment or fixture involved.
Questions from Davis residents
Can I add outlets to an older room?
Usually. An electrician will check whether the circuit can handle more load or whether a new circuit is needed.
What should I tell the electrician?
Describe what stopped working, what was running at the time and whether you noticed heat, sparks or a smell. A photo of the panel label helps too.
What should a electrician know about homes in Davis?
Davis has more than 100 miles of bike lanes and paths. Many homes have rooftop solar. Summer highs often top 95 degrees. Mention your street and the age of the house when you call.
Do you cover West Davis and Stonegate?
Most likely. We cover West Davis, Old North, Central Davis and Village Homes and other parts of Davis, across . If nobody's available, we'll tell you, and you can call back later or pick another day that works better.
Does electrical work in Davis need a permit?
Some jobs do and many small repairs don't. In Davis, permits are handled by the City of Davis Building Division, and the electrician can tell you if your job needs one.
If the problem changes before the visit, mention it when the pro reaches out.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Davis, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs:
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