Electrical trouble? Fast, honest repairs & upgrades.
Licensed local electricians in 120+ towns, working from six local offices. We find the real problem and fix it properly.
What our customers say
Really happy with the work and would call them again.
Easy to schedule and good communication throughout. The electrician answered my questions and left everything tidy.
Showed up on time, fixed the issue, and was friendly the whole time.
The electrician was easy to talk to and took care of everything we needed.
Very happy with how it turned out. Booking was easy and they kept us updated.
Everything went smoothly, would happily use them again.
Electrical services for your home
If it connects to your panel, we handle it.
Repairs
Dead outlets, tripping breakers, flickering lights, that burning smell. We find the cause and fix it right.
Learn MorePanels & Wiring
200 and 400 amp upgrades, old panel swaps, new circuits and rewiring. We deal with the permit office and the utility.
Learn MoreUpgrades
EV chargers, generators, batteries, lighting and smart home. Installed to code and inspected.
Learn MoreYour home is our only job
Houses only. No warehouse jobs pulling your electrician across town, just licensed pros who spend every day in homes like yours.
- We show you the problem before we fix it.
- Permits and inspections are on us.
- Every circuit we touch gets labeled.
Questions we get every week
Is Chief Electric open 24/7?
Yes. We run 24/7 service every day of the year, nights, weekends and holidays included, from offices in Rocklin, Sacramento, Folsom, Elk Grove, Yuba City and Grass Valley. Routine visits are first come, first served, with same-day openings when we have them.
What areas does Chief Electric serve?
120+ towns across Placer, Sacramento, Yolo, El Dorado, Sutter, Yuba, Nevada and San Joaquin counties, plus nearby towns in Amador, Butte, Colusa and Solano counties. Each one is served from the closest of our six offices. Don't see your town? Ask.
How much does a panel upgrade cost in the Sacramento area?
Most 200 amp panel upgrades run $5,500 to $11,500 before permit and utility fees, and a 400 amp service runs $15,500 to $28,000. Replacing a Zinsco, Federal Pacific or fuse panel at the same amperage runs $3,000 to $5,400. Prices updated October 2026.
Do you charge for estimates?
Not for installs and upgrades: quotes for panels, EV chargers, generators, batteries, lighting and rewiring are free. Repair visits start with a flat diagnostic fee, and we tell you the amount when you book.
Are you a licensed contractor?
Yes. Chief Electric is a licensed California C-10 electrical contractor. Our license number appears on every quote and invoice.
How a visit works
- 1
You book
First come, first served. We confirm the time by phone or text.
- 2
We look, then price it
A licensed electrician explains what they find and what it takes to fix.
- 3
We do it right
Permits pulled, inspection scheduled, panel labeled and the work area left clean.