Residential & Commercial Electrical, San Ramon

Licensed C10 electrical work for East Bay homes and small businesses, from panel upgrades to emergency repairs.

We're a friendly, family-run licensed C10 electrical contractor serving homeowners and small commercial property owners across San Ramon and the East Bay since 2005. This page exists for visitors who know they need electrical work done but aren't sure which service applies, whether that's panel trouble, an EV on the way, a generator for outage season, or a meter issue. The sections below sort those situations into the right next step, and if you'd rather just talk it through, give us a call, we're happy to help.

Every Service StartsWith a Specific Problem

Each service below solves a distinct situation: a failing panel, a new EV, an outage risk, or a utility-required swap. Pick the card that matches what's happening at your property rather than reading the whole page end to end.

Gloved technician wiring an open electrical control panel with colored cables and terminal blocks

Panel Replacement

Your panel is failing, tripping repeatedly, or was flagged by an inspector.

Wall-mounted electrical panel with a digital display and open side compartments

Panel Upgrade

You're adding an EV charger, solar, or new appliances and need more capacity.

Electric car charging at a wall-mounted charger beside a concrete wall and plant.

EV Charger Installation

You've bought or are about to buy an electric vehicle and need a Level 2 home charger.

Portable generator outside beside a metal container, with plywood covers and a wheel leaning against it

Generator Installation

PG&E outages are a real risk and you want backup power ready to go.

Electrician using a thermal camera to inspect an open electrical panel with colored wiring.

Meter Swaps

PG&E or an inspector requires a meter replacement and you need it coordinated correctly.

Technician wiring an electrical control panel with multimeter probes and organized colored cables.

Emergency Power

You have an active electrical fault or outage and need help now.

Licensing Is the Line Between Safe Work and a Liability

A licensed C10 contractor pulls permits, schedules inspections, and carries liability coverage if something goes wrong. An unlicensed handyman skips all three. Unpermitted electrical work can surface years later, holding up a home sale or triggering costly corrections. Cutting corners on licensing is the single biggest hidden cost in electrical work, and it rarely shows up until you need it not to.

California C10 Electrical Contractor License #881560

21 years serving San Ramon and the East Bay, licensed and insured since 2005

Every job we do is owner-supervised and completed to California code, with the same honesty and care we'd want for our own family. If you're comparing electricians, ask to see a license number before booking anyone.

Common Questions About Residential and Commercial Electrical Work

  • How do I know which electrical service I actually need?

    Most calls start with a symptom, not a service name, a tripped breaker, a new EV, an upcoming inspection. Describe what's happening when you give us a call and we'll match it to the right service, whether that's a panel upgrade, a repair, or a new installation. Call (925) 487-3070 to talk it through.

  • Do I need a permit for residential or small commercial electrical work?

    Most panel work, meter swaps, and new circuit installations require a permit from the local building department. We handle the permit application and inspection scheduling as part of the job, so you don't have to navigate Contra Costa County paperwork yourself.

  • What makes electrical work cost more or less?

    Cost depends on the age of your existing panel, whether wiring needs updating, permit requirements, and whether the job is a straightforward swap or requires additional rewiring. We provide a free, itemized estimate after an on-site assessment so you know the number before work begins.

  • Can K R Electric Inc. handle both my home and my small business property?

    Yes. We treat every customer like family, whether it's a home or a small business, and serve residential and small commercial property owners across San Ramon and the East Bay under the same C10 license, covering everything from home panel upgrades to small commercial lighting and power distribution work.

Get a Free Estimate for Your Electrical Work

Tell us what's going on and we'll match you with the right fix, panel, charger, generator, or repair.