Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Does an Electrician Cost?
It depends on the job. As a starting point: light fixture installation starts from $80, outlet installation starts from $100, circuit breaker replacement starts from $100, and generator installation starts from $1,500. We confirm the exact price for your job before any work begins.
Are You Licensed and Insured?
Yes. Marvel Electricians is fully licensed and insured for both residential and commercial electrical work.
Why Does My Circuit Breaker Keep Tripping?
Usually it means a circuit is carrying more than it’s rated for, there’s a short somewhere in the system, or the breaker itself is worn out and needs replacing. Resetting it over and over isn’t a fix, it’s a sign the circuit needs to be checked. Our circuit breaker replacement service covers exactly this.
Why Do My Lights Flicker?
Sometimes it’s just a loose bulb, but flickering that keeps happening can point to a loose wire connection or a circuit that’s overloaded. If it’s a repeated pattern and not a one-time thing, it’s worth having an electrician look at it. See our lighting repair service.
What Should I Do If an Outlet Stops Working?
Check whether a breaker tripped first. If the breaker’s fine and the outlet still doesn’t work, there may be a wiring issue behind the wall, and it’s not something to keep testing yourself. Our outlet repair service handles this.
Do I Need a Permit for Electrical Work?
Usually only for larger jobs. A panel upgrade or replacement typically requires a permit, while smaller repairs like replacing an outlet or light fixture usually don’t. If your job needs one, we’ll tell you upfront and handle the process with you.
Do You Offer Free Estimates?
Yes, for select services: whole-house rewiring, circuit breaker replacement, panel upgrades, and panel relocation. For other services, we’ll give you a clear price before work starts.
What Should I Do Before You Arrive?
Clear access to the electrical panel or work area, and if something’s been acting up, jot down when it happens and what’s going on at the time. That kind of detail helps our electrician find the actual cause faster.
Do You Offer Emergency Service?
Yes. For electrical problems that can’t wait, our Emergency Electrician service is built to get someone out to you fast.
What Areas Do You Serve?
We serve homes and businesses throughout Southern California. See our full list of service areas.
Advice From Our Electricians
“Customers often ask us whether a task is safe to do themselves or needs a licensed professional. Showing the actual condition usually makes the reason for our recommendation easier to understand.”
— Our electrician
“If you’re unsure about the cost of a repair, don’t touch the problem yourself before we look at it. A technician can learn more from the original issue than from a temporary fix.”