Reliable Electrical Company in San Diego, CA 92110 - Eddie’s Electric

San Diego, CA 92110

(805) 863-7257

Common Questions

Why does my arc fault breaker keep tripping in my San Diego home, and how can Eddie's Electric help?

Arc fault breakers in older San Diego homes often trip due to aging wiring, overloaded circuits, or appliances with motors (like vacuums or power tools). This is a critical safety feature, but frequent trips indicate a problem. Eddie's Electric performs a detailed electrical inspection to pinpoint the cause—be it faulty wiring, a specific appliance, or an overloaded circuit. We then provide a reliable repair or recommend a strategic circuit breaker installation to resolve the nuisance trips while maintaining your home's safety.

My San Diego home's electrical panel is old. When should I consider an upgrade, and what does it involve?

If your home has a 60-100 amp panel, you're adding major appliances, experiencing frequent breaker trips, or your panel lacks space for new circuits, an upgrade is likely needed. Modern San Diego homes require 200-amp service to safely power HVAC systems, electric vehicles, and home offices. Eddie's Electric handles the entire electric panel installation process, including securing permits, safely swapping the old panel for a new higher-capacity unit, and ensuring all connections meet current National Electrical Code standards for your neighborhood.

Can installing new outdoor lighting or outlets help with my home's electrical load and safety in San Diego?

Absolutely. Strategically adding dedicated outdoor lighting circuits and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlets can actually improve your overall electrical system's safety and efficiency. It reduces the load on older indoor circuits prone to overloading. Eddie's Electric specializes in safe outdoor lighting installation and GFCI outlet installation, ensuring these new circuits are properly protected and balanced within your home's electrical panel. This not only enhances your outdoor living space but also modernizes your home's electrical infrastructure.

Company Overview

Eddie's Electric is a trusted, family-owned electrical service provider serving San Diego County. We specialize in addressing common local electrical challenges, such as frequent arc fault breaker trips and outdated electrical panels that can't handle modern appliance loads. Our certified electricians provide comprehensive solutions, including expert circuit breaker installation, thorough electrical inspections, and panel upgrades to ensure your home's system is safe, efficient, and up to current code. From urgent repairs to new installations for lighting and outlets, Eddie's Electric helps San Diego homeowners gain peace of mind with reliable, professional service tailored to the specific needs of Southern California homes.

Key Services

  • Circuit breaker installation
  • Light fixture repair
  • Outlet installation
  • Outdoor lighting installation
  • Light fixture installation
  • Electric installation or replacement
  • Electric repair
  • Electric inspection

Business Location & Hours



Mon:7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tue:7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wed:7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thu:7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Fri:7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sat:7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sun:Closed


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