Serving Orinda, CA

Electrician in Orinda, CA – Residential & Commercial Electrical Services, Whole House Rewiring & Fast Repairs

If you're looking for a reliable, licensed electrician in Orinda, CA, you're in the right place. We provide complete residential and commercial electrical services throughout Orinda — from hillside estates in Sleepy Hollow and Orinda Downs to older ranch homes near downtown and modern custom homes in the hills.

Our licensed electricians specialize in whole house rewiring, panel upgrades, electrical repair, EV charger installation, lighting upgrades, surge protection, and fast 24/7 emergency electrical service.

Orinda's unique mix of older homes, custom builds, pools, outdoor entertainment spaces, and EV-equipped garages requires an electrician who understands the area — and we do.

Call Now: (800) 945-0268

Full-Service Electrician in Orinda – What We Provide

We handle every electrical need, whether you live in an older Orinda home, a newer luxury property, or a commercial building.

Whole House Rewiring

Complete home rewiring for Orinda homes built 1930s-1980s with cloth wiring, knob-and-tube, aluminum wiring, ungrounded circuits. Specialists in Sleepy Hollow, Orinda Downs, hillside estates.

Electrical Repair

Fast diagnosis and repair of breakers tripping, flickering lights, power loss, hot outlets, burning smells, buzzing switches, sparking outlets, GFCI issues, faulty wiring, water-exposed wiring.

Electrical Panel Upgrades

Replace Federal Pacific, Zinsco, fuse boxes, undersized panels. Install 150A, 200A & 400A panels, subpanels, GFCI/AFCI breakers, whole-home surge protection, grounding upgrades.

Lighting Installation & Upgrades

Recessed LED lighting, chandeliers, pendant lights, under-cabinet lighting, accent & cove lighting, path & driveway lighting, security floodlights, pool area lighting, tree uplighting.

EV Charger Installation

Tesla Wall Connector, Porsche/Audi Level 2 chargers, Rivian Wall Charger, Lucid chargers, universal Level 2 chargers, smart chargers, NEMA 14-50 & 6-50 outlets for all EV brands.

Commercial Electrician

Lighting installation & retrofits, circuit & outlet installation, panel upgrades, emergency repair, three-phase power, data & low-voltage wiring, tenant improvements, sign & parking lot lighting.

Emergency Electrician 24/7

Immediate response for burning smell, smoking or sparking outlets, crackling sounds, breakers that won't reset, loud buzzing, water-related electrical issues, scorch marks, sudden power loss.

Whole House Rewiring in Orinda (Older Home, Estate & Hillside Specialists)

Many homes in Orinda were built between the 1930s–1980s and contain outdated wiring such as cloth wiring, knob-and-tube wiring, aluminum wiring, two-prong outlets, ungrounded circuits, aging insulation, backstabbed wiring, spliced DIY wiring, and panels without proper grounding.

We Specialize In:

Full home rewires
Replacement of outdated wiring
Grounding system upgrades
New circuits for modern loads
Dedicated appliance circuits
Rewiring during remodels
ADU & addition wiring
Removal of knob-and-tube
Aluminum wiring remediation
Smart home & automation wiring

If you Googled "house rewire Orinda" or "rewire my home Orinda CA", this is our expertise. A full rewire improves home safety, boosts home value, and meets modern electrical standards.

Electrical Panel Upgrades (100A, 150A, 200A & 400A)

Orinda homes often have large electrical loads due to:

EV chargers
Pool/spa equipment
Multiple HVAC units
Outdoor kitchens
High-end appliances
Large lighting systems
Home offices
Smart home networks

Older panels — especially 60A and 100A — usually cannot support modern demand.

We Replace:

  • Federal Pacific (unsafe)
  • Zinsco (defective)
  • Old fuse boxes
  • Undersized panels

We Install:

  • 150A, 200A & 400A panels
  • Subpanels for additions
  • GFCI/AFCI breakers
  • Whole-home surge protection
  • Grounding upgrades

All panel upgrades include permitting & inspection.

Residential Electrical Services in Orinda

We support all home types, including: hillside homes, older ranch homes, luxury estates, custom builds, remodels, ADUs, and pool homes.

Our services include:

Full rewiring
Panel upgrades
Circuit installation
Lighting installation
Hot tub/spa wiring
Smart home wiring
Generator transfer switches
Surge protection
Outlet & switch installation
Troubleshooting & repair
Home office wiring
Outdoor power

No job is too small or too complex.

Why Orinda Homes Often Need Electrical Upgrades

Orinda has homes built across multiple decades — many still have outdated or unsafe electrical components.

Common Issues Include:

Aluminum wiring (1960s–1970s)
Cloth wiring (1940s–1960s)
Knob-and-tube (1930s–1940s)
Two-prong outlets
No GFCI protection
Outdated, undersized panels
DIY wiring from previous remodels
Old ungrounded wiring
Aging switches & outlets

Modern electrical loads (EV chargers, AC, pools, etc.) require modern wiring. We upgrade Orinda homes safely and beautifully.

Commercial Electrician in Orinda

We support Orinda's local businesses, retail spaces, offices, restaurants, and public facilities.

Commercial Services Include:

Lighting installation & retrofits
Circuit & outlet installation
Panel upgrades
Emergency electrical repair
Three-phase power
Data & low-voltage wiring
Tenant improvements (TI)
Breaker replacement
Sign & exterior lighting
Parking lot lighting
Restaurant kitchen electrical
Power distribution

We work efficiently with minimal downtime.

Electrical Inspections & Safety Reports in Orinda

We Provide Detailed Inspections For:

  • Homebuyers
  • Sellers
  • Remodel planning
  • Older homes
  • Insurance requirements
  • Safety concerns
  • Electrical troubleshooting

We Inspect:

  • Panels & breakers
  • Wiring condition
  • Grounding & bonding
  • Outlets & switches
  • Lighting circuits
  • GFCI/AFCI protection
  • Fire hazards
  • Code compliance

Our reports include photos, explanations, and repair options.

Why Orinda Residents Choose Us

Licensed, bonded & insured
Experts in older homes & rewiring
Specialized experience with hillside & estate properties
Fast troubleshooting & repairs
Clean, detailed workmanship
EV charger installation specialists
Luxury lighting installation
Transparent, fair pricing
24/7 emergency support
Excellent communication

We combine technical expertise with five-star service.

Our Electrical Service Process

1

Assessment & Diagnosis

We identify your electrical needs clearly.

2

Transparent Estimate

Clear pricing with no surprises.

3

Perform the Work

Expert installations & repairs done safely and cleanly.

4

Final Testing & Inspection

We ensure everything functions perfectly.

5

Walkthrough

We show you exactly what was done and answer questions.

Orinda Neighborhoods We Serve

We serve every part of Orinda, including:

Sleepy Hollow
Orinda Downs
Glorietta
Del Rey
Lost Valley
Ivy Drive Area
Wilder
Downtown Orinda
Orinda Woods
Crestview
El Toyonal
Rheem Blvd Corridor
El Nido Ranch

We understand the electrical needs of Orinda's hills, estates, and older homes.

What Orinda Customers Say

Real reviews from local Orinda homeowners and businesses

"Our Sleepy Hollow hillside estate needed a complete electrical overhaul for a major remodel. Frontline installed a 400A panel, rewired the entire home, and added smart home wiring throughout. Their expertise with luxury Orinda properties is unmatched."

— Catherine B., Sleepy Hollow

"We bought a 1940s home in Orinda Downs with cloth wiring and ungrounded outlets. Frontline rewired the house, upgraded the panel to 200A, and modernized everything. They were respectful of our historic home and did beautiful work."

— William P., Orinda Downs

"Needed EV chargers installed for our Tesla and Porsche in our Glorietta home. Frontline ran two dedicated 240V circuits and installed hardwired chargers in our garage. Professional service for our luxury Orinda property."

— Alexandra T., Glorietta

"Our Lost Valley home had constant breaker trips from our home theater and office equipment. Frontline upgraded our panel to 300A and added dedicated circuits for all our electronics. Problem solved! Great electricians who understand Orinda homes."

— Jonathan M., Lost Valley

Our Orinda Service Area

We serve all of Orinda and surrounding hillside communities in Contra Costa County

Serving Orinda, Sleepy Hollow, Orinda Downs, Glorietta, Lost Valley, and all surrounding neighborhoods

Get a Quote from a Licensed Electrician in Orinda, CA

Whether you need lighting installation, a full home rewire, panel upgrade, EV charger installation, electrical repair, or emergency service — we deliver safe, high-quality, code-compliant electrical work.

We Offer:

Fast scheduling
Honest pricing
Expert electricians
Long-lasting solutions

Your Orinda home or business deserves the best — and we deliver it.

Call Now: (800) 945-0268