What questions should I ask before hiring an electrician?

Ask for their license number, proof of liability insurance and workers' comp, whether they pull permits for the job, and if they guarantee their work. A licensed electrician should never hesitate to pull a permit — unpermitted work creates problems when selling your home.

Are electricians on this directory screened?

All listings are sourced from Google Business Profiles and ranked by real Google ratings and total review counts. We never accept payment to alter rankings. Check each profile's rating and review volume, then independently verify their license with your state licensing board.

What if I have a bad experience with an electrician?

Contact the company in writing, document the issue with photos, and request a remedy. If unlicensed work or code violations are involved, file a complaint with your state electrical licensing board. For billing disputes, dispute via your credit card issuer with written documentation.

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Best Electricians in Oakland, CA

Q: How long does electrical work typically take?

Small repairs and outlet additions take 1–3 hours. EV charger and new circuit installs are typically a half-day. Panel upgrades and full rewires can run 1–3 days.

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Average Google rating: ★ 4.7
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Common questions about Electricians in Oakland

Practical answers for homeowners and consumers in Oakland, CA

Every electricians on this page was pulled from public Google Business data — we surface businesses with the most Google ratings and highest average star scores in Oakland. No one pays to appear here. The list is re-ranked automatically as ratings change, so the order you see reflects real customer feedback, not ad spend.

Listings on this site are Google-rated, meaning their rating and review count come directly from Google Business Profile data and are recalculated regularly. We do not independently audit licenses or insurance — that step is yours to complete before hiring. Every listing page shows the business's current Google score so you can compare at a glance.

We use "top-rated" to describe businesses that rank in the top tier of Google ratings in Oakland — typically 4.5 stars or higher with a meaningful number of reviews. It is a reflection of aggregated customer experience reported to Google, not an editorial endorsement. Businesses with fewer than a minimum threshold of reviews are filtered out to avoid small-sample distortion.

If your business appears on Google Business Profile and operates in Oakland, it may already be in our database — search for your business name above. If it is not listed yet, use the "Add my business" link at the bottom of the page to submit it. Listings are added manually by our team and typically go live within 2–5 business days.

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Looking for top-rated electricians in Oakland, CA? Our directory features 24 electricians professionals serving the Oakland metro area,with an average rating of 4.7 stars from 765 Google reviews.

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S&B Electric holds a 5.0-star rating across 35 Google reviews — one of Oakland's higher-rated electricians.

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