AC Electric: Trusted Truckee Electrical Services Since 1977

For over forty years, AC Electric has been the go-to electrical company for homes and businesses in Truckee, CA and the surrounding areas. They are a local, family-owned business built on reliability and quality workmanship. When you need an electrician in the high Sierra region, AC Electric brings deep community roots and trusted service to every job.

Business Overview

AC Electric is locally owned and operated. They focus on providing complete electrical solutions for both residential and commercial customers. Their team of skilled electricians understands the specific electrical demands of living and building in the mountains. They handle everything from simple repairs to complex new construction projects, ensuring all work meets strict safety codes for California and Nevada.

Key Services Offered

AC Electric handles a wide range of electrical needs. Their services include:

• New Construction & Remodels: Full wiring for new homes, cabins, and commercial spaces, plus updates for older properties.
• Lighting Design & Installation: Planning and installing interior and exterior lighting to improve ambiance, security, and energy efficiency.
• Integrated Systems: Setting up smart home systems for lighting, window shades, audio, and video.
• Electrical Inspections: Thorough inspections to ensure systems are safe, up to code, and functioning correctly for buyers, sellers, or homeowners.
• General Repairs & Maintenance: Fixing faulty wiring, upgrading panels, and troubleshooting electrical issues.

Areas Served

AC Electric proudly serves the greater Truckee, California region and Northern Nevada communities, including Cold Springs, NV. Their licensed team is equipped to work on both sides of the state line, holding CA License #872324 and NV Licenses #68657 and #68658.

Company History

Founded in 1977, AC Electric started as a small local operation committed to serving its mountain community. Over four decades, the company has grown alongside Truckee, adapting to new technologies while maintaining its core values of honest service and quality craftsmanship. They have built a reputation for tackling the unique challenges of mountain construction, from dealing with heavy snow loads on exterior wiring to integrating modern energy-efficient systems into rustic homes.

Leadership & Local Presence

As a locally owned business, the leadership at AC Electric is deeply connected to the community. The owners and managers live and work in the area, understanding the local climate's impact on electrical systems—like the importance of proper grounding and protection from winter weather. Their long-standing presence means they have established relationships with suppliers, builders, and inspectors throughout Truckee, CA and Northern Nevada, streamlining the process for their customers.

Specialties & Highlights

• Four Decades of Experience: Knowledge accumulated since 1977 on how to build and maintain electrical systems that last in mountain conditions.
• Dual State Licensing: Fully licensed in both California and Nevada, providing peace of mind for projects anywhere in their service area.
• Whole-Home Expertise: From the main panel to the light switches, they manage the entire electrical ecosystem of a property.
• Technology Integration: Skilled in blending traditional electrical work with modern smart home and energy management systems popular in newer Truckee homes.

Why Locals Choose AC Electric

Residents and business owners in Truckee, CA choose AC Electric for their deep local knowledge and proven track record. In a region with distinct seasonal challenges and a mix of old and new architecture, having an electrician who knows the local building codes and environmental factors is crucial. Their long history means they've likely worked on homes similar to yours. They combine old-fashioned reliability with the ability to implement the latest electrical solutions, making them a trusted partner for any electrical need in the Truckee and Cold Springs area.

When you need electrical work done right, AC Electric provides the experience and local understanding you can count on.