Kerry Electric serves homeowners and businesses across Rancho Cordova with residential and commercial electrical repair and installation. Whether you need a quick fix or a full panel upgrade, we keep same-day appointments available so you are never left waiting. Local electricians. Safe wiring. Honest quotes.
No matter what's going wrong with your wiring, the first step is finding the real cause. Dead outlets, flickering lights, and breakers that keep tripping are some of the most common calls we get, and every one of them starts with a proper diagnosis. We use hands-on troubleshooting to trace the problem to its source before any work begins.
Skipping the diagnostic step leads to repeat problems and repeat bills. We trace the issue through your circuits, check connections, test load, and confirm the fix holds before we pack up. Work is performed by licensed electricians on every job, whether it's a single dead outlet or a whole-circuit fault.
We get to the bottom of the problem fast.
Your panel is the heart of your electrical system, and an undersized or aging one creates real safety and capacity problems. We handle breaker panel repair, full panel replacements, 200-amp service upgrades, service entrance work, and subpanel installation for detached garages, workshops, and additions.
Older Rancho Cordova homes sometimes carry panels that were never designed to handle today's loads. Adding an EV charger, a home office, or new appliances can push an older 100-amp service past its limits. We run load calculations, confirm code-compliant wiring throughout, and size the panel to what your home or building actually needs. Commercial clients expanding capacity or adding equipment get the same thorough approach.
Reach out and we'll start at the panel.
From a single outlet swap to a full rewiring project, we cover the complete range of installation work. We install GFCI outlets in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas, AFCI protection where code requires it, USB outlets, standard duplex outlets, and dimmer switches throughout the home. If a switch feels warm, sparks, or stops responding, we find out why.
Dedicated circuits are often the right answer when a major appliance is tripping breakers or running unreliably. We wire dedicated circuits for dryers, ovens, refrigerators, hot tubs, 240-volt equipment, and anything else pulling a heavy load. For older homes in the area with aluminum wiring or outdated wiring configurations, we handle remediation and whole-home rewiring to bring everything up to current standards.
We're one phone call from getting your power right.
Good lighting does more than light a room. It changes how a space feels, improves safety, and adds real value to a property. We install recessed lighting, replace outdated fixtures, add under-cabinet lighting in kitchens, and wire ceiling fans throughout the home.
Outside, we handle security lighting, motion sensor lights, landscape lighting wiring, and general exterior fixture installation. Property managers trust us to keep their buildings powered, and that includes keeping common areas, parking lots, and building exteriors properly lit. A well-lit property is a safer property, and we make sure the wiring behind it is solid.
Pick up the phone and we'll get rolling.
Sacramento Valley's mild climate, high solar adoption rate, and leading EV numbers make certain electrical upgrades especially relevant here. The three services below come up constantly in this area, and we handle all of them from start to finish on the electrical side.
California leads the country in EV adoption, and Rancho Cordova commuters are part of that shift. A Level 2 home charging station cuts overnight charge times dramatically compared to a standard wall outlet, and we handle everything it takes to get one installed correctly. That means checking your panel's available capacity, running a dedicated 240-volt circuit, and wiring the charger to code. If your panel needs room to support the new load, we address that first. We keep you informed from diagnosis to final test so you know exactly what was done and why.
Rooftop solar is widespread across Sacramento County, and the electrical work behind a solar installation matters as much as the panels themselves. We handle the panel readiness assessment, dedicated circuit installation, and wiring that connects a solar inverter or battery backup system to your home's electrical system. We do not install panels or inverters, but we make sure the electrical infrastructure is ready to support them safely and correctly. With wildfire-season public-safety power shutoffs a real part of life in this region, battery backup wiring is increasingly common, and we treat it as the practical necessity it is.
A single voltage spike can damage or destroy electronics, appliances, solar equipment, and EV chargers. Homes in the Sacramento area that have invested in solar systems, battery storage, or Level 2 chargers have more to protect than ever. Whole-home surge protection installs at the panel and guards every circuit in the house against surges from the grid, lightning, or equipment switching. It is one of the most cost-effective upgrades we install, and we recommend it to nearly every customer adding high-value electrical equipment.
We work across the full range of property types. Homeowners call us for repairs, upgrades, and remodels. Landlords and property managers call us to keep rental units safe, up to code, and ready for occupancy. Businesses call us for commercial wiring, commercial panel work, commercial lighting, and the electrical rough-in that new construction and tenant improvements require.
Whether it is a home addition that needs new circuits, a remodel that requires moving wiring, or a warehouse that needs a capacity upgrade, we bring the same thorough approach to every job. We're your neighbors, and we treat every job that way. You reach a real local person who knows this area, knows the housing stock, and shows up ready to work.
Electrical problems are not always obvious until something fails. A home inspection before a purchase, a safety check on an older property, or a code compliance review can catch issues before they become expensive or dangerous. We offer home electrical inspections, pre-purchase inspections, and code violation repairs for properties that need to meet current standards.
We also install hardwired smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, upgrade GFCI and AFCI protection throughout the home, and check grounding and bonding on older systems. Permit work is part of the job when the scope requires it, and we handle it without cutting corners. Straight answers about your panel and wiring, no surprises.
We know schedules shift, so we keep booking flexible, including same-day availability for urgent calls. Electrical problems rarely pick a convenient time, and we do not think you should have to wait days to get one resolved.
Before any work begins, we give you a clear estimate so you know what to expect. No hidden charges, no scope creep without a conversation, no invoice that looks nothing like the quote. We find it. We fix it. We test it. Same-day appointments are available for most calls across Rancho Cordova and the surrounding area, so do not put off a problem that is only going to get worse.
We are based in Rancho Cordova and serve customers across the wider Sacramento County area. Our regular service area includes:
If you are nearby and not sure whether we cover your area, give us a call. The sooner you call, the sooner the power is back on, and we are usually closer than you think.
Flickering lights, breakers that trip repeatedly, outlets that feel warm or show discoloration, and sparking receptacles are all signs that something in your system needs attention now. These are not problems to watch and wait on. Call us and we will walk you through what you are seeing and get someone out as quickly as possible.
Yes. We work with homeowners, landlords, property managers, and commercial clients throughout Rancho Cordova and Sacramento County. The scope of the work varies, but the standard is the same across every job type.
Our regular service area covers Rancho Cordova and the surrounding Sacramento County communities, including Citrus Heights, Folsom, Gold River, Fair Oaks, Carmichael, Elk Grove, and Sacramento. If you are just outside that list, call us at (279) 252-6295 and we will let you know if we can reach you.
A brief description of what you are seeing helps us ask the right follow-up questions and give you a realistic sense of what the job involves. If you know where the problem is in the home and whether it is affecting one outlet or multiple circuits, that information speeds things up. You do not need to diagnose it yourself before you call.
We give you a clear estimate before any work begins, and we do not proceed past that point without your approval. If something unexpected comes up once we open a wall or pull the panel cover, we stop and talk to you before continuing. You will not see charges on the final invoice that were not discussed first.
We start with a thorough diagnosis of the problem or the full scope of the project before touching anything. We explain what we found and what the fix involves, then get your approval before starting work. When the job is done, we test everything to confirm it is working correctly.
Scope changes discovered once work is underway are the most common reason costs shift, such as finding damaged wiring behind a wall or discovering that the panel needs attention before a new circuit can be added. We always tell you what we found and what it will cost before we keep going. There are no surprise charges at the end of a job.
Yes. Older homes in the Sacramento area sometimes have aluminum wiring, knob-and-tube systems, or undersized panels that were not built for today's electrical loads. We handle whole-home rewiring, panel upgrades, and wiring remediation to bring those properties up to current standards.
A breaker that trips repeatedly is telling you something is wrong, whether it is an overloaded circuit, a failing breaker, or a fault somewhere in the wiring. Resetting it over and over does not fix the underlying problem and can create a safety risk. Call us so we can trace the cause and address it properly.
Clearing a path to your electrical panel and to the area where the problem is located helps us get started without delay. If there is furniture or stored items near the panel, moving those ahead of time is useful. Beyond that, you do not need to do anything special before we arrive.
Call us at (279) 252-6295 and we can answer that based on your specific location. We serve a wide area across Sacramento County and will be straightforward about any travel considerations before you commit to scheduling.
Kerry Electric is ready to take your call. Whether you need a same-day repair, a panel upgrade, an EV charger installed, or a full safety inspection, we will give you a straight answer and a clear estimate before any work begins. Local electricians. Safe wiring. Honest quotes.
Call (279) 252-6295 to schedule your appointment or request a quote today. We're one phone call from getting your power right.
We handle the full range of electrical work for Rancho Cordova homeowners, landlords, and businesses. From a single dead outlet to a complete panel upgrade or EV charger installation, every job gets a proper diagnosis, a clear estimate, and work performed by licensed electricians. The table below covers what we do, who each service fits best, and a few practical things worth knowing before you call.
| Service | What's Included | Common Situations | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breaker & Fuse Repair | breaker replacementfuse panel servicerepeated trip diagnosis | homes or buildings where a breaker keeps tripping or a fuse blows repeatedly | A breaker that trips often is signaling a real problem. Resetting it without diagnosing the cause can create a safety risk. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation | GFCI outletsAFCI protectionUSB outletsdimmer switches | kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas where code requires updated protection | A warm or sparking outlet needs attention right away. We find the cause before replacing the device. |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection | panel-mounted surge devicefull-circuit protectionprotection for solar and EV equipment | homes with solar systems, EV chargers, or sensitive electronics worth protecting from grid surges | One voltage spike can damage or destroy appliances and high-value equipment. This is one of the most cost-effective upgrades we install. |
| EV Charger Installation | Level 2 charger wiringdedicated 240-volt circuitpanel capacity check | Rancho Cordova commuters moving to electric vehicles who want reliable overnight charging at home | California leads the country in EV adoption. If your panel needs room to support the new load, we address that before the charger goes in. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | fan and light kit wiringswitch and control installationbox replacement for fan support | any room where a ceiling fan is being added or an old one replaced | Ceiling fans require a rated box, not a standard light fixture box. We check the box and wiring before mounting. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections | pre-purchase inspectionscode compliance reviewsGFCI and AFCI checksgrounding and bonding review | buyers, sellers, and landlords who need to know the condition of a property's electrical system | Older homes in the area sometimes carry wiring configurations that were never designed for today's loads. An inspection catches those issues early. |
| Solar & Battery Backup | panel readiness assessmentinverter and battery wiringdedicated circuit installation | Sacramento-area homeowners adding rooftop solar or preparing for public-safety power shutoffs | We handle the electrical infrastructure that connects solar and battery systems to your home. We do not install panels or inverters. |
| Lighting Installation | recessed lightingexterior and security lightinglandscape wiringfixture replacement | homeowners updating a room or property managers keeping common areas and exteriors well lit | Outdoor lighting wiring should be weatherproofed and code-compliant. We handle the wiring side from the circuit out. |
| Older-Home Rewiring | knob-and-tube removalaluminum wiring remediationfull rewiring projects | Sacramento-area homes with aging wiring that cannot safely support modern electrical demands | Whole-home rewiring is a significant project, but it is often the right answer when remediation of individual circuits is not enough. |
| Electrical Panel & Service UpgradesMost Popular | 200-amp service upgradesfull panel replacementsubpanel installationload calculations | older homes adding EV chargers, solar, or major appliances that exceed current panel capacity | Many Sacramento-area homes still carry 100-amp panels. Adding modern loads without upgrading first is a common source of problems. |
| Wiring & Circuit Installation | new circuit runswhole-home rewiringaluminum wiring remediationaddition and remodel wiring | remodels, additions, and older homes whose wiring no longer meets current demands | Permit work is part of the job when the scope requires it. We handle it without cutting corners. |
| Standby Battery for Outages | battery backup wiringtransfer switch installationpanel integration | homeowners who want power continuity during public-safety shutoffs or grid outages | With wildfire-season power shutoffs a real part of life in this region, battery backup wiring is increasingly practical, not just a luxury. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits | dryer and oven circuitsrefrigerator circuitshot-tub circuits240-volt equipment | any major appliance or piece of equipment that keeps tripping a shared breaker | A dedicated circuit isolates the load so the appliance runs reliably and the rest of your system stays unaffected. |
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting | dead outletsflickering lightstripping breakerscircuit faults | any homeowner or business with an electrical problem that needs a real diagnosis | We trace the problem to its source before any work begins so the fix holds the first time. |
How do I know if my panel needs an upgrade?
A few signs point clearly toward a panel upgrade: breakers that trip often, a panel that runs warm to the touch, a fuse box that has never been replaced, or a home where adding an EV charger or solar system would push the existing service past its limits. Many older homes in this area still carry 100-amp panels, which were not sized for today's electrical loads. We run a load calculation to confirm what your home actually needs before recommending a replacement.
What causes a breaker to keep tripping?
Repeated tripping usually means one of three things: the circuit is overloaded and drawing more current than it was designed to carry, there is a fault somewhere in the wiring, or the breaker itself is failing. Resetting the breaker without finding the cause does not fix the problem and can create a safety risk over time. We trace the issue through the circuit to identify the real source before any repair work begins.
Is the electrical work permitted and inspected?
When the scope of a job requires a permit, we pull it and handle the inspection process. We do not skip permit requirements to save time or money. Code-compliant work protects you when you sell the property and ensures the installation holds up to inspection.
Same-Day and Emergency Availability
We keep same-day appointments open for urgent calls across Rancho Cordova and the surrounding area. Electrical problems do not wait, and neither do we.
What are the signs that a home might need rewiring?
Flickering lights that are not tied to a specific fixture, outlets or switches that feel warm, a burning smell with no clear source, frequent breaker trips across multiple circuits, and visible signs of older wiring like knob-and-tube or aluminum branch circuits are all reasons to have the system evaluated. We inspect the wiring and give you a straight answer about what we find.
What does EV charger installation involve?
A Level 2 home charger requires a dedicated 240-volt circuit run from your panel to the charger location. We start by checking your panel's available capacity, then run the circuit, install the outlet or hardwired connection, and test the setup before we leave. If your panel does not have room to support the new load, we address that first. We keep you informed from diagnosis to final test so you know exactly what was done and why.
How do estimates and pricing work?
We give you a clear estimate before any work begins. We do not start work past that point without your approval, and we do not add charges to the final invoice that were not discussed first. If something unexpected comes up once we open a wall or pull the panel cover, we stop and talk to you before continuing.
Work Performed by Licensed Electricians
Every job, from a single outlet to a full panel upgrade, is handled by licensed electricians. We do not cut corners on the work or the paperwork.
Can you come out the same day?
Same-day availability is something we keep open for urgent calls. Electrical problems rarely pick a convenient time, and we do not think you should have to wait days to get one resolved. Call us and we will let you know how quickly we can reach you.
Why would an outlet or switch stop working?
A dead outlet is often caused by a tripped GFCI device elsewhere on the same circuit, a loose connection behind the device, or a wiring fault in the circuit. A switch that stops responding may have a failed switch, a loose wire, or a problem at the fixture it controls. We diagnose the cause rather than swapping the device and hoping for the best.
Upfront Quotes With No Surprise Fees
You get a clear estimate before we start, and we do not proceed past that point without your approval. The final invoice reflects what we discussed, nothing more.
What does whole-home surge protection actually do?
A whole-home surge protector installs at the panel and intercepts voltage spikes before they reach your circuits. That covers every outlet and connected device in the house, including appliances, electronics, solar equipment, and EV chargers. Grid surges, lightning, and equipment switching can all cause damaging spikes. For homes that have invested in solar or a Level 2 charger, surge protection is one of the most practical upgrades available.
Is aluminum wiring in an older home a safety concern?
Aluminum branch-circuit wiring, common in homes built in the late 1960s and 1970s, can create connection problems over time as the metal expands and contracts. It is not automatically unsafe, but it does require compatible devices and proper connections throughout. We inspect aluminum wiring systems and handle remediation or rewiring where the situation calls for it.
How long does a panel upgrade take?
Most panel replacements and service upgrades are completed in a single day. The actual timeline depends on the size of the job, whether a subpanel is involved, and how long the utility takes to reconnect service after the work is done. We give you a realistic timeframe when we quote the job so you can plan accordingly.
Call (279) 252-6295 and we will walk you through what your home or business needs and give you a straight estimate before any work begins.
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