Green Electric | Emergency Electrical Contractor in San Mateo, CA

942 S Fremont St, San Mateo, CA 94402

(650) 533-3496

Main Services

  • Light fixture repair
  • Electric panel installation
  • Generator installation
  • Electric installation or replacement
  • Electric repair

Business Overview

Green Electric is a San Mateo-based electrical company founded in 1986, bringing decades of reliable service to Bay Area homes. After a successful early run, owner Peter Green, a lifelong Bay Area resident, returned to school to earn a philosophy degree from UC Santa Cruz, enriching his problem-solving approach. He reopened the company in 2005, combining that thoughtful perspective with deep technical expertise. Peter, who now lives in San Mateo and enjoys exploring local beaches and mountains with his family, is deeply committed to the community. Green Electric handles everything from essential electrical repairs and panel upgrades to comprehensive services like lighting design, generator installations, and residential solar PV systems. They specialize in both new construction wiring and updating older homes, ensuring all work meets current safety codes. For San Mateo residents, this means having a knowledgeable, local electrician who understands the specific wiring challenges of area homes and is dedicated to providing safe, lasting solutions.

Question Answers

My smart home devices in San Mateo keep having wiring issues. Can you help?

Absolutely. We frequently help San Mateo homeowners resolve smart home wiring problems, which often stem from incompatible upgrades or previous DIY work on older electrical systems. Our approach involves a thorough inspection of your existing wiring to identify the root cause—whether it's insufficient circuits, outdated panels, or incorrect installations. We then provide a clear solution, such as adding dedicated circuits or upgrading wiring to properly support your modern devices, ensuring everything functions reliably and safely.

What's involved in an electrical panel upgrade, and why might my San Mateo home need one?

An electrical panel upgrade replaces your home's main circuit breaker box to increase its capacity and safety. Many older homes in San Mateo have panels that can't handle the demands of modern appliances, air conditioning, EV chargers, or home additions. The process involves our licensed electricians safely installing a new, higher-amperage panel that meets current codes. This upgrade not only prevents frequent breaker trips but also provides a safer electrical foundation for your family and is often a necessary step before adding major new systems like a generator or solar panels.

Do you offer generator installation for Bay Area power outages?

Yes, we provide professional generator installation and repair. Given the Bay Area's occasional public safety power shutoffs and storms, a backup generator can be crucial. We help you select the right automatic standby or portable generator for your San Mateo home's needs. Our installation includes all necessary electrical connections, proper placement, and integration with your home's electrical panel to ensure safe, automatic operation during an outage. We also handle ongoing maintenance and repairs to keep your system ready when you need it most.

Business Location & Hours



Mon:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tue:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wed:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thu:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Fri:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed


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