Outlet, Switch, Dimmer & GFCI Repairs in San Diego County
Professional outlet, switch, dimmer, and GFCI installation and repair for North County San Diego homes and businesses. Fast, code-compliant work by licensed electricians.
Outlet, Switch, Dimmer & GFCI Repairs — Service Overview
Professional outlet, switch, dimmer, and GFCI installation and repair for North County San Diego homes and businesses. Fast, code-compliant work by licensed electricians.
What's Included
- Outlet, switch, or dimmer replacement or new installation
- GFCI and AFCI outlet installation where required by code
- USB outlet upgrades
- Smart switch and dimmer setup and programming
- Cover plate replacement and alignment
- Circuit testing to confirm proper wiring and grounding
- One-year labor warranty on all workmanship
- Site preparation and protection of nearby finishes.
Our Process
Identify the Need
You let us know what outlets, switches, or dimmers need attention. We can also do a walkthrough to identify code deficiencies or recommended upgrades.
Provide a Quote
We give you clear pricing for the work before starting — no surprises. For larger projects, we provide a written quote in advance.
Install or Repair
Our electricians complete the work efficiently, using commercial-grade devices and ensuring all connections are tight, grounded, and code-compliant.
Test & Confirm
We test every device after installation, verify GFCI trip function, confirm dimmer compatibility with your lighting, and leave the work area clean.
Pricing Factors
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Service Areas Served
We provide outlet, switch, dimmer & gfci repairs across San Diego County.
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Current NEC code requires GFCI protection in bathrooms, kitchens (countertop outlets), garages, outdoors, laundry areas, basements, crawl spaces, and within 6 feet of any sink. Older homes may not have GFCI outlets in all required locations.
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protects against electrical shock from ground faults, typically near water. AFCI (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter) protects against electrical fires caused by arcing in damaged or deteriorated wiring. Both are required in specific locations by current code.
Yes. We install and program all major smart switch brands including Lutron Caseta, Leviton Decora Smart, and TP-Link Kasa. We verify that your switch box has a neutral wire (required by most smart switches) and configure the devices with your preferred app or home automation platform.
Warm outlets or discolored cover plates indicate a potentially dangerous issue — loose connections, an overloaded circuit, or failing device. Stop using the outlet immediately and call us for a service call. This should not be ignored.
Yes. We run new wiring from an existing circuit or the panel to install outlets in new locations. This is common in kitchens, home offices, garages, and outdoor areas where additional outlets are needed.
Quality outlets and switches last 15 to 25 years under normal use. If a device feels loose, does not hold a plug securely, sparks, makes noise, or shows scorch marks, it should be replaced promptly. GFCI outlets should be tested monthly.
Yes. We handle permitting and inspection coordination whenever the scope requires it.
We share a short prep checklist in advance so access, shutoffs, and scheduling are straightforward.
Yes. We review practical options, tradeoffs, and scope so you can approve the right plan.
Yes. All work is completed by licensed electricians using current California and NEC standards.
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