East Bay Electrician Services

Commercial Electrical Services Oakland CA

We handle commercial electrical work for warehouses, retail, restaurants, auto dealerships, dental offices, gyms, and office buildings throughout Oakland and the East Bay. Whether you need a 3-phase upgrade, a tenant improvement, warehouse lighting, or dedicated circuits for new equipment, we pull the permits, do the work, and coordinate with your GC or building owner directly.

East Bay Electrician Services is a licensed commercial electrical contractor. All work is performed by Matt (CSLB #1043705), a licensed master electrician, with journeymen Tyler and Carl. We work on both new construction and existing buildings, and take jobs direct from business owners or through general contractors.

If you need residential electrical work, you can view our full residential electrical services in Oakland.

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What Is a Licensed Commercial Electrician?

A commercial electrician handles electrical systems in business properties — including warehouses, retail spaces, restaurants, office buildings, and industrial facilities.

Commercial work typically involves higher voltages and more complex systems than residential, including 3-phase power, larger panel configurations, and coordination with general contractors and building departments.

In California, commercial electrical work requires a licensed C-10 electrical contractor. Matt holds CSLB license #1043705.

Commercial electrician meeting business owner about electrical project
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Emergency Commercial Electrician Services

Business Is Down — You Need Power Back Now

When the lights go out or equipment stops working, Matt answers the phone, shows up within a couple of hours, and gets your power back on.

Commercial kitchen equipment down due to electrical power failure

Getting help fast

As a business owner myself, I know how frustrating it is when your business comes to a stop because the power goes out. That's why I prioritize emergency calls — you'll reach me directly and I'll get there as fast as I can.

Electrician diagnosing partial power loss in commercial building

Can he fix it right now

I'm a licensed master electrician who's handled commercial electrical emergencies across the East Bay for over 10 years. At this point there isn't an emergency I haven't seen and couldn't fix.

Electrician arriving at commercial property for emergency electrical repair

What's this going to cost

Emergency work starts at $286. Before I begin any work I'll walk you through exactly what I found and what it'll take to fix it. If there's a way to get your power back on now and handle the permanent fix later, I'll give you that option — you decide how you want to proceed.

Not tomorrow. Not later today.

Call Matt directly. He picks up, gets the address, and heads out.

For home electrical emergencies, see our residential emergency electrical repair service.

📞 Call Matt — (510) 467-0856

Commercial Electrical Services We Provide

We work on commercial properties of all types throughout Oakland and the East Bay — from small tenant improvements to full warehouse electrical systems.

Electrician troubleshooting electrical panel problems during commercial electrical repair service

Commercial Electrical Repairs

Power out, breaker tripping, equipment not running — we troubleshoot the problem, isolate the fault, and get your system back up and running safely.

Electrician inspecting commercial electrical panel during service and capacity upgrade

Panel & Service Upgrades

Main panel replacements, distribution panels, 3-phase upgrades, and service entrance work. If your business is adding equipment or expanding capacity, we assess the full system — panel, service entrance, and utility feed — before anything gets installed. For residential panel upgrades, see our home electrical panel services.

Electrician running new electrical wiring during tenant improvement commercial build-out

Tenant Improvement (TI) Electrical

Electrical for commercial build-outs — circuits, panels, wiring, and lighting for new and existing spaces. We pull permits, coordinate with your GC, and schedule inspections.

Electrician installing LED high-bay warehouse lighting in commercial building

Commercial Lighting

LED retrofits, warehouse lighting, office lighting, retail lighting, and lighting control systems. We install and upgrade commercial lighting for showrooms, offices, tenant improvements, and industrial buildings.

Electrician installing dedicated commercial electrical circuits for equipment and appliances

Equipment & Dedicated Circuits

Dedicated power for commercial equipment — kitchen appliances, walk-in coolers, compressors, auto lifts, medical devices, and manufacturing machinery. Any voltage, any configuration.

Electrician wiring electrical system during new commercial construction project

New Construction & Rewiring

Full electrical systems for new commercial construction and complete rewiring of existing buildings. We work direct with owners or as an electrical sub under your GC.

Commercial Properties We Work On

From Small Tenant Improvements to Full Commercial Buildouts

Warehouses & IndustrialRestaurants & KitchensMedical & Dental OfficesAuto DealershipsGyms & Fitness CentersRetail & StorefrontsMunicipal BuildingsOffice Buildings

How We Handle Commercial Work

Commercial jobs involve more coordination than residential — permits, inspections, GCs, building departments, and utility companies. We've done it enough times that this process runs smoothly.

Electrician performing commercial electrical site assessment and load calculation for building power requirements
Step 1

Site Assessment & Load Calculation

Before any work starts, I walk the property and inventory what's running — machinery, HVAC, lighting, compressors, forklift chargers, whatever you've got. From there I calculate your current load, your peak demand, and what the system needs to handle future equipment. I also check the main panel, service entrance, and whether your utility transformer can support more power or if a service upgrade is needed. That tells me if you need a new subpanel, a full service upgrade, or something in between.

Electrician reviewing commercial electrical project scope and written quote with business owner
Step 2

Scope & Written Quote

Once I know what the system needs, I walk you through exactly what the work involves — what's getting replaced, what's getting added, and why. If you're working through a GC, I coordinate directly with them. If you're the building owner or tenant, you deal with me. Either way you get a written quote before anything starts. The price I give you is the price you pay unless we open something up and find a condition that wasn't visible during the assessment.

Electrician coordinating commercial electrical permits and inspection scheduling for project
Step 3

Permits & Coordination

Commercial electrical work requires permits, and depending on the scope, coordination with the building department, PG&E, and your GC. We pull the permits, schedule the inspections, and handle the back-and-forth with the utility. If your project has multiple phases or trades involved, we coordinate our schedule around the rest of the job so we're not the bottleneck.

Electrician testing completed commercial electrical panel during final inspection process
Step 4

Installation & Final Inspection

The work gets done clean — organized conduit runs, properly labeled circuits, no loose ends. For larger projects we phase the work to keep your operation running. When the job is complete, we schedule the final inspection and pass it. If there's a correction, we handle it. You don't manage that process — we do.

What to Expect When We Handle Your Project

Permits & Inspections

We pull the commercial permits, schedule inspections, and coordinate with PG&E. You don't track any of that down yourself.

Coordination

Whether you're a business owner, building owner, or GC, we work your schedule — not ours. Phased work, direct communication, no chasing.

Licensed Work

Matt is CSLB licensed (#1043705). Every job is built to NEC and California code, with clean installations that pass inspection the first time.

What This Means for Your Business

You're working directly with a licensed master electrician — not a crew you've never met. Permits, inspections, and coordination are handled for you. You stay focused on running your business.

  • No permit delays or inspection surprises.
  • No unknown crews showing up to your jobsite.
  • Clear written quote before any work begins.
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Commercial Electrical Pricing

Commercial electrical costs vary widely based on scope, property type, and existing infrastructure. We provide written quotes after assessing your site — no guessing at prices before we've seen the job.

Typical Cost Ranges
Commercial Repairs & Circuits
Starting at $285 first hour
$165 each additional hour
3-Phase Upgrades & TI Work
Quoted by scope
Written quote after site assessment
Warehouse Lighting Retrofits
Quoted by fixture count
Includes labor and materials
Commercial work is quoted after a site visit. Hourly rates apply to service calls and smaller jobs. Larger projects — TI work, 3-phase upgrades, full lighting retrofits — are quoted flat or by phase.

What affects commercial cost

  • Existing electrical infrastructure
  • Scope and square footage
  • 3-phase vs single-phase requirements
  • Permit and inspection requirements
  • Coordination with GC or building owner

Not included

  • Local permit fees
  • PG&E utility costs
  • City or county administrative fees
We provide written quotes after assessing your site. Call Matt directly — he picks up and can give you a realistic estimate on the call before we even come out.
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Questions About Commercial Electrical Work

Do you work directly with business owners or through a GC?

Both. We work direct with business owners and building owners, and we also subcontract under general contractors for larger tenant improvement and construction projects. Either way, Matt is on the job — not a crew you've never met.

Do you pull commercial permits yourself?

Yes. We pull commercial permits directly and can also work under a GC's permit when required by the project. Either way, permitting and inspections are handled — you don't coordinate that yourself.

What's involved in a 3-phase electrical upgrade?

A 3-phase upgrade involves replacing or adding a commercial panel configured for 3-phase power, coordinating with PG&E to bring 3-phase service to the property if it isn't already there, and wiring equipment to the appropriate phases. It requires permits, inspection, and utility coordination. We handle all of it. For residential panel work, see our electrical panel services page.

How long does commercial electrical work take?

Smaller jobs like dedicated circuits or service panel work can be completed in a day. Tenant improvements and larger projects are phased based on your buildout schedule. We coordinate with your GC or operations team to minimize downtime and disruption to your business.

What size commercial jobs do you take?

We take commercial jobs up to about 100,000 square feet. From a single circuit for a new piece of equipment to a full warehouse lighting retrofit or multi-phase tenant improvement project. If your job is larger than that, we can refer you to a contractor better scaled for it.

Is my multi-unit building considered residential or commercial?

In California, 4-unit buildings and under are classified as residential. 5 units and above are classified as commercial. That classification affects the permit type, panel requirements, and which electrical code applies. If you have a 5-unit or larger building and are planning electrical upgrades, you need a licensed commercial electrical contractor.

Does it matter if my electrical service is overhead or underground?

Yes — significantly. Overhead service is easier and less expensive to work with for panel upgrades and service changes. Underground service requires coordination with the utility and often involves trenching, conduit work, and longer lead times. When we assess your property, we note the service type and factor it into the quote and timeline.

Why does PG&E take so long for a commercial panel upgrade?

PG&E's approval process for service upgrades involves paperwork, engineering review, and scheduling on their end — none of which moves quickly. We've had jobs where the electrical work was done in a week and the utility side took months. We handle all PG&E coordination and submit everything correctly the first time to avoid delays. If your property is served by Alameda Municipal Power instead of PG&E, the process is significantly faster.

Commercial Electrical Projects

Commercial electrical work completed for automotive facilities, medical offices, municipal infrastructure, and businesses throughout Oakland and the East Bay.

Electrician installing lighting during commercial electrical project at Porsche dealership in Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek · Auto Dealership

Porsche Walnut Creek

New lighting, circuit repairs, EV charger installation, and lighting repair for a Porsche dealership in Walnut Creek. Coordinated around dealership operating hours with zero disruption to sales or service.

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Electrician installing dedicated electrical outlet during dental office electrical buildout project
East Bay · Medical Office

Dr. Kara's Dental Surgery Center

Full electrical buildout for a dental surgery center — dedicated circuits for each operatory, surgical equipment, sterilization units, and HVAC. Coordinated with GC, passed inspection on first visit.

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Electrician replacing electrical panels and upgrading wiring at Crockett sewer pump station
Crockett & Port Costa · Municipal

Crockett Wastewater Treatment Plant

Electrical upgrades for two active municipal sewer pump stations in Contra Costa County. Panels replaced, wiring upgraded to support new pump motors, phased to keep both stations operational throughout.

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What Customers Say About Our Commercial Work

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We needed to add an EV charging station to our lot and weren't sure what our electrical system could handle. Thankfully, we had Matt come out and assess our panel. He then gave us a written quote that included everything, such as permits, PG&E coordination, and installation. Everything was done on time, and the chargers work perfectly. Would absolutely use them again for future commercial work.

Business Owner, Walnut Creek
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Matt and his crew did the electrical for our gym buildout. They worked around our construction schedule, showed up when they said they would, and the rough-in passed inspection on the first try. Good communication throughout — we always knew where the project stood. Will use them for any future locations.

Gym Owner - Mark Wine, Functional Muscle Fitness
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We hired Matt to do the electrical work on our commercial building for one of our projects. He took care of all the permits, coordinated with the building department, and stayed on schedule. His work was impressive and exactly what we wanted from a commercial electrical sub — no surprises, just the work done right.

Project Manager, Evolution Construction

Trusted by East Bay businesses, dealerships, medical offices, and municipalities for commercial electrical work.

Most commercial electrical calls start with a specific need — a 3-phase upgrade, new equipment circuits, a lighting retrofit, or a full TI buildout. Before any work starts, we assess your existing system and give you a clear written quote. Whether you're a business owner, building owner, or GC, we handle the permits, inspections, and coordination so you don't have to.

Need Commercial Electrical Work in the East Bay?

These are the things we hear most from commercial customers — and how we handle them.

I need to know the cost before committing

We assess your site and give you a written quote before any work starts. For most jobs, Matt can give you a realistic range on the phone before we even come out.

I can't afford downtime during the project

We schedule and phase commercial work around your operating hours. Municipal and medical clients have had zero service interruptions during projects.

I need someone who handles permits and inspections

We pull commercial permits, coordinate with the building department and utility, and schedule inspections. You don't manage that — we do.

Licensed master electrician on every job. Clear pricing. Code-compliant work.
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