Your Trusted Los Angeles Electrician Since 1979

Sometimes things go wrong with the electrical systems for home and business owners. That’s where we come in. The Electric Connection has been providing electrical repairs for Los Angeles residences and businesses for over 40 years. Call us today and describe your issue to one of our dispatchers and they’ll get you on schedule.

Electrical Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting electrical issues in Los Angeles is somewhat of an art. In order to find the root of the problem, an trained professional must know what to look for. With over 40 years of experience in the LA area, we are confident we can find the problem and repair it with ease.

Our technicians will explain the electrical issue in terms that you can understand and will not try to up sell you on different services. You will receive all the information you need and we will answer any questions that you may have.

Energy Efficient Light

Everyone is looking for ways to save the environment and save money and installing energy efficient lighting is a good way to do just that. Our team can help your select the right LEDs or compact fluorescent lighting that will lead to savings on your energy bill.

Landscape Lighting

Landscape lighting may not seem like a big thing but it is so much more than just installing a few lights outside. Outdoor lighting can be used to showcase your garden or to enhance safety. Let us help create the perfect Los Angeles lighting scheme!

Pendant Lighting

Pendant lighting is a big trend in home decor right now. Fairly easy to install, you can mostly find pendant lights hanging over kitchen islands or work areas.

Recessed Lighting

One of the most versatile sources of light in residential homes and commercial properties is recessed lighting. It’s clean, slim, and highly customizable.

Traditional Light Fixture

Traditional light fixtures are used to dazzle and compliment any room. These work best when incorporated into the interior decoration scheme.

Track Lighting

A quick and easy way to get light spreading throughout your home is to install track lighting. The lights can be adjusted to direct light in different areas when needed.

Aluminum Wiring Replacement

Aluminum wiring was popular in the mid 60s to early 70s. Since the mid-70s, copper has been used as aluminum was found to be hazardous. If your house was built during this time and you’re unsure if you have aluminum wiring, give us a call and we’ll be happy to help out.

Cloth Insulated – Wiring Replacement

Cloth wiring tends to become brittle over time which usually leads to wear and tear. When the cloth begins to flake away, it exposes the electrical wires. If you suspect you have cloth-insulated wiring present in your home, give us a call so we can send someone out to inspect and replace it.

Grounding Electrical Wiring

Grounding electrical wiring adds a safety factor for your family and helps prevent electrical shocks to people and damages to electronics in your home.

Whole House Rewires

If your house was built before the 1950s, the wiring may not meet today’s codes and safety standards. If you are unsure whether or not you need a house rewire, your best bet is to contact an our team to inspect it.

Knob and Tube Wiring Replacement

One of the earliest system used for wiring homes and buildings is knob and tube wiring. Installed from 1880 to 1935, this system involved wires being wrapped around ceramic knobs and run through ceramic tubes.

Residential Remodels

A Los Angeles remodel or renovation project can be quite unique. With all the structural requirements as well as keeping your home as environmentally friendly as possible, there’s a lot to consider. Plenty of research and preparation are needed.

If you’re looking for guidance on your electrical system during a remodel in Los Angeles, give us a shout! From new wiring to panel upgrades, we want to be part of your remodeling team.

Primary Renovation Program for Landlords

Landlords are eligible to receive 100% reimbursement for certain upgrades to their rent-controlled buildings. If you are in need of repairing or replacing any major building systems, get in touch with us to learn how we can help!

The outlets and light switches in our homes and businesses are crucial to every day life. We can help with the replacement or new installation of outlets and switches.

GFI Electrical Outlets

GFIs are different from regular outlets. A GFI or GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters) are installed outdoors or near places where water is present. A GFI can detect when a current in an appliances is no longer flowing in its proper circuit and then shuts down the current within milliseconds. These look different than traditional outlets and have two buttons on them, “Test” and “Reset”.

Take a look in your kitchens, bathrooms, and garages to see if you have the correct outlets installed. Be sure to test them often to see if they are still working properly.

Ceiling Fan Installation

Ceiling fans are great for year round use to keep rooms in your house cool or warm depending on the season. In Los Angeles, ceiling fans can be great in the winter when you don’t want to use the heater and in the summer when it’s not warm enough to turn on the AC.

Generator Installation

A generator in Los Angeles can be great in the event of a power outage or an emergency situation. Our technicians can guide you through the entire installation process.

New Electrical Circuits

When you add new appliances to your home, you are adding to the demand of your electrical panel. If your home’s panel has enough space, it might be best add new electrical circuits.

Smoke Detector Installation

Smoke detectors can save lives when properly installed in your Los Angeles home or business. If you need assistance purchasing a new detector, give us a call and we’ll be happy to help out!

Surge Protectors

When an electrical surge occurs and you are not prepared it can cause damage to computers, refrigerators, and more. Installing a whole house surge protector in Los Angeles can help protect from these sudden increases in power.