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San Diego's Top-Rated Electrician

Powering San Diego With
Safe, Reliable
Electrical Solutions.

Residential and commercial electrical services completed with honesty, precision, and expert craftsmanship — from first spark to final inspection.

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Honest Pricing
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1,200+

Projects Completed

15 Yrs

Industry Experience

5.0

Google Rating

24/7

Emergency Service

What We Do

Expert Electrical Services
Built for San Diego

From simple fixture swaps to full-scale commercial builds, we handle every job with the same meticulous attention to detail and code-compliant craftsmanship.

Luxury home interior with modern lighting

Residential Electrical

Full home wiring, rewiring, outlet installs, and upgrades for San Diego homeowners who demand quality.

Modern commercial office building

Commercial Electrical

Retail spaces, office builds, warehouses, and tenant improvements. We keep your business powered and code-compliant.

EV charger installation at home garage

EV Charger Installation

Level 2 home charger installs for Tesla, Rivian, Ford, and all EV brands. Fast, permit-ready, and utility-approved.

Electrical panel upgrade work

Panel Upgrades

200-amp service upgrades, subpanel installs, and load capacity improvements for modern power demands.

Beautiful modern interior lighting design

Lighting Installation

Recessed lighting, pendants, track lighting, landscape LED, and smart dimmer systems for every room.

Modern ceiling fan installation in living room

Ceiling Fans

Expert ceiling fan installation with wiring, box support, and smart switch integration — all up to code.

Electrician troubleshooting electrical issues

Troubleshooting

Tripping breakers, flickering lights, dead outlets, or strange smells — we diagnose fast and fix it right.

Emergency electrical repair at night
24/7

Emergency Repairs

Power outages, electrical fires, sparking panels — we're on call 24/7. Call now for immediate dispatch.

Modern San Diego luxury home exterior
15+
Years in
San Diego
CA Licensed
#C-10 Certified

Why Ground Up Electric

We Don't Cut Corners.
Ever.

Ground Up Electric was founded on a simple belief: San Diego homeowners and businesses deserve an electrician they can actually trust. No hidden fees, no shoddy work, no excuses.

Flat-Rate, Upfront Pricing

You get a complete quote before any work begins. The price you see is the price you pay — zero surprise charges on your invoice.

Fully Licensed & Insured

Every job is covered under California C-10 licensing and full liability insurance, protecting your property and your peace of mind.

Permit-Ready & Code-Compliant

We pull permits, handle inspections, and follow the latest NEC codes — so your work passes and your home stays insurable.

Workmanship Warranty

Every installation and repair is backed by our quality workmanship guarantee. If something's not right, we come back and fix it — free.

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The Craftsman Behind the Work

Meet Mario,
Your Lead Electrician.

Mario is the backbone of Ground Up Electric. With over a decade of hands-on experience across San Diego, he brings a level of precision, professionalism, and genuine care to every job that our customers notice immediately.

From panel upgrades in La Jolla to EV charger installs in Chula Vista, Mario treats every home like it's his own — cleaning up after himself, explaining every step clearly, and never leaving until the job is done exactly right. His reputation for zero shortcuts and maximum quality is why so many Ground Up Electric customers refer their neighbors.

10+
Years Licensed
800+
Jobs Completed
5.0★
Customer Rating
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Mario R.
Lead Electrician, Ground Up Electric
Professional electrician working on electrical panel
★★★★★

"Mario was incredible. On time, tidy, and explained everything. Best electrician in San Diego."

— Jennifer L., La Jolla

CA Licensed & Insured
5-Star Google Rating
24/7 Emergency Response
NEC Code Compliant
Honest Flat-Rate Pricing
Quality Workmanship Guarantee
Serving All of San Diego County
Tesla EV Charger Certified
CA Licensed & Insured
5-Star Google Rating
24/7 Emergency Response
NEC Code Compliant
Honest Flat-Rate Pricing
Quality Workmanship Guarantee
Serving All of San Diego County
Tesla EV Charger Certified

What San Diego Says

Trusted by Hundreds
of San Diego Families

★★★★★ 5.0 on Google · 200+ Reviews