Electrician in Pasadena, CA
Licensed electricians for Pasadena homes, from Craftsman rewiring and panel upgrades to EV chargers on Pasadena Water and Power service. City of Pasadena permits handled for you.
Electrical Work in Pasadena Is Different
Pasadena sits right next to Altadena, but three things set electrical work here apart from the rest of the San Gabriel Valley:
Your utility is PWP
Inside city limits, power comes from Pasadena Water and Power, not Southern California Edison. Service upgrades, meter relocations and new services are coordinated with PWP, and PWP runs its own EV charger rebate.
The city issues permits
Electrical permits come from the City of Pasadena Building & Safety Division, not LA County or LADBS. We prepare the application, pull the permit and meet the city inspector.
The housing stock is old
Pasadena has some of the largest concentrations of early-1900s Craftsman bungalows in California, along with 1920s Spanish Revival and mid-century homes. Original wiring, small panels and ungrounded outlets are common.
Common Electrical Jobs in Pasadena Homes
Rewiring older homes
In Bungalow Heaven, Madison Heights and the older neighborhoods around Old Pasadena, we regularly find knob-and-tube and cloth-insulated wiring. We plan rewiring to keep plaster and woodwork damage to a minimum, and in historic districts we keep exterior changes as discreet as possible.
Panel and service upgrades
Original 60- and 100-amp services struggle with central air, induction cooking, heat pumps and EV charging. An electrical panel upgrade in Pasadena is coordinated with PWP for the service disconnect and reconnect.
EV chargers
We install Level 2 chargers with a load calculation and a City of Pasadena permit, which PWP’s rebate requires. See EV charger installation and our Pasadena EV charger cost guide.
Lighting and outlets
Recessed lighting in plaster ceilings, grounded and GFCI outlets, and kitchen and bathroom circuits. See lighting installation, recessed lighting costs in Pasadena and outlet installation.
Repairs and emergencies
Dead circuits, tripping breakers, flickering lights and storm damage. Our emergency electricians are available 24/7 for urgent problems.
Pasadena Businesses
For storefronts, offices, restaurants and apartment buildings in Pasadena, see our commercial electrician page for Pasadena and South Pasadena.
Services Available in Pasadena
- Panel upgrades
- Whole-home rewiring
- EV chargers
- Sub-panels & breakers
- Lighting
- Outlets & switches
- Surge protection
- Troubleshooting & inspections
- Emergency electrician
- Standby generators
What Customers Say on Google
“Our local electrician was amazing! He fixed our flickering lights and installed a new outlet with zero hassle. On time, reasonably priced, and very respectful of our home. You can tell he cares about doing quality work. Highly recommend him for any home electrical needs!”
— Google review
“Wanted recessed lighting in my living room and had no idea where to start. Electrician handled everything cleanly and the result looked amazing. Neighbors kept asking who did it.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you serve all of Pasadena?
Yes. We work across Pasadena, from Linda Vista and the Arroyo to Bungalow Heaven, Madison Heights, East Pasadena and Hastings Ranch. We are based on Lincoln Avenue in Altadena, directly north of the city.
Who issues electrical permits in Pasadena?
The City of Pasadena’s Building & Safety Division, part of Planning & Community Development. Pasadena is its own jurisdiction, so permits do not go through LA County or LADBS. We pull the permit and meet the inspector.
Is my electric utility SCE or Pasadena Water and Power?
Inside Pasadena city limits, electricity is supplied by Pasadena Water and Power (PWP), not SCE. That matters for service upgrades, meter changes and EV charger rebates, which are coordinated with PWP.
Does PWP offer a rebate for home EV chargers?
At the time of writing, PWP offers residential customers a rebate on new Level 2 chargers: higher for Wi-Fi-connected units, lower for standard ones. It requires a licensed installer and a City of Pasadena electrical permit. Check PWP’s current terms before you buy.
Is the wiring in my Craftsman safe?
Many early-1900s Pasadena homes still have knob-and-tube or cloth-insulated wiring, two-prong outlets and small panels. That wiring isn’t automatically dangerous, but it wasn’t designed for modern loads or for being buried in insulation. A safety inspection tells you what you have and what needs to change.
Book a Pasadena Electrician
Tell us what you need and where you are in Pasadena, and we will schedule a licensed electrician.