Remus Electric has been handling electrical repairs and installations in Lakewood and the surrounding Los Angeles County area since 2008. Homeowners, renters, landlords, property managers, and local businesses all count on us for dependable electrical work, whether it's a quick fix or a full-service upgrade. We offer same-day availability and emergency response, so you're not left waiting when something goes wrong with your power. No guesswork. No shortcuts. No surprise charges. Call us today at (562) 664-7998 to get a quote or schedule a visit.
Seeing flickering lights or a warm outlet? These are the kinds of problems we handle every day. Flickering lights, dead outlets, tripping breakers, burning smells, sparking outlets, and partial power loss all point to something that needs a real look from someone who knows what they're doing. We start with a proper diagnosis before touching anything, because guessing at an electrical problem usually makes it worse.
Work performed by licensed electricians means every repair follows current code, and that includes GFCI and AFCI protection where it's required. Ground fault and arc fault devices save lives, and we make sure they're installed correctly when repairs call for them. We're ready to get your circuits working again.
Choosing the right electrical fix is easier than it sounds, and we walk you through every option before we start. We install and repair standard outlets, GFCI outlets, USB outlets, weatherproof outlets, and outdoor receptacles. Switch work covers everything from basic replacements to dimmer switches and smart switch installations that work with your home automation setup.
Dedicated circuits are a big part of what we do. Dryers, ranges, refrigerators, hot tubs, and EV chargers all need their own circuit sized for the load they draw. If your panel has room, we add the circuit cleanly. If it doesn't, we talk about what a panel upgrade looks like before we proceed. We also repair overloaded circuits and sort out the wiring problems that come with them. We take pride in the electrical work we leave behind, and that shows in every outlet box and breaker slot we touch. Call us and we'll walk you through the fix.
An outdated or undersized panel is one of the most common reasons electrical work stalls. We handle breaker panel repair and full panel replacement, 200-amp and 400-amp service upgrades, fuse box replacement, subpanel installation, and meter base replacement. If your electrical service needs to be brought up to current capacity, we size the upgrade with a proper load calculation so nothing gets over- or under-built.
Panel upgrades come up a lot before major appliance installs, EV charger wiring, or solar-ready electrical work. Getting the panel right first means everything downstream works the way it should. A workmanship guarantee on every wiring job gives you confidence the upgrade will hold up for years. Call us and the rest is on our crew.
The hardest part of an electrical problem is knowing when to call, and old wiring is one of those situations where waiting costs more than acting. We handle whole-home rewiring, old wiring replacement, aluminum wiring remediation, and knob-and-tube replacement. Older homes in the Lakewood area and across Los Angeles County carry wiring that was never designed for the electrical loads modern households put on it.
We also coordinate permits and inspections, so the work is documented and signed off correctly. Electrical safety inspections, pre-purchase inspections, and rental property inspections are all part of what we offer. Grounding and bonding get addressed as part of every wiring job, not treated as an afterthought. If you're buying a home, managing a rental, or just not sure what's inside your walls, call us and we'll walk you through the fix.
We know schedules shift, so we keep booking flexible, and lighting work is one of the most common reasons customers call us on short notice. We install recessed lighting, LED fixtures, light fixture replacements, chandeliers, pendant lights, and under-cabinet lighting. The difference a proper lighting layout makes in a room is real, and we take the time to place and wire things the right way.
Ceiling fan installation and replacement is another everyday job. That includes runs where there's no existing wiring in the ceiling, which takes a bit more work but gets done cleanly. Bathroom exhaust fan wiring rounds out the interior work we handle regularly. Better lighting and airflow add comfort and finish to a room without a major renovation. We're ready to get your circuits working again.
Exterior lighting does more than make a property look good after dark. Security lighting, motion sensor lights, flood lights, and landscape lighting all add a real layer of safety and curb appeal that pays off whether you're a homeowner or managing a rental. We install and wire outdoor fixtures of all types, including weatherproof outlets and outdoor receptacles for patios, garages, and side yards.
Good outdoor lighting is also a practical concern for property value. A well-lit exterior tells visitors and tenants that the property is maintained and secure. We handle the wiring, the fixture placement, and the circuit work to make it all function reliably. Call us and the rest is on our crew.
Southern California's electrical demands have shifted in the last several years. EV ownership across the Los Angeles County area is among the highest in the country. Rooftop solar has become common in neighborhoods throughout Lakewood and beyond. And wildfire-season public safety power shutoffs have made battery backup a real planning concern for homeowners and businesses alike. The three services below come up constantly in this area, and we handle each one on the electrical side from start to finish.
Level 2 home EV charger installation starts with a panel capacity check. If your current panel can carry the added load, we run a dedicated circuit and install the charger. If it can't, we talk through a panel upgrade before we wire anything. Overnight home charging is far more convenient and cost-effective than relying on public stations, and the installation process is straightforward when the electrical groundwork is done right. With EV adoption as high as it is in the LA area, this is one of the most common calls we get.
We handle the electrical side of solar-ready and battery backup installations: panel upgrades, dedicated circuits, wiring, and transfer switches that allow a battery system to carry your home's load during an outage. Public safety power shutoffs during fire season are a genuine disruption, and a properly wired backup system takes most of the uncertainty out of them. We work from the panel out, making sure the electrical infrastructure is sized and wired to support whatever storage system you're adding.
A single whole-home surge protector installed at the panel shields every outlet, appliance, and piece of electronics in the building from grid fluctuations. In a dense urban area like Los Angeles County, voltage spikes from the grid are a real and recurring risk. Replacing a refrigerator, a television, or a home office setup costs far more than a surge protector. The installation is simple, and the protection is immediate. It's one of the more straightforward upgrades we recommend to homeowners and landlords alike.
Ready to get the power sorted? We work across every customer type in Lakewood and the surrounding area. Homeowners call us for repairs, panel upgrades, remodel wiring, and room additions. Landlords and property managers count on us for rental property inspections, code compliance work, and electrical service across multi-unit buildings, apartments, and condos. Commercial clients bring us in for office wiring, retail and restaurant electrical, commercial panel upgrades, and commercial lighting.
We've wired and repaired homes all over this area, and that experience carries into every job we take. Whether it's a single outlet in a bedroom or a full electrical buildout for a new commercial space, the approach is the same: assess it properly, price it honestly, and do the work right. Call us and the rest is on our crew.
We know cost is a real concern, and we don't make customers guess. Before any work begins, we walk through what the job involves and what it will cost. No work starts until you understand the scope and agree to the price. Real electricians. Real pricing. Real fast response. We're available same-day, after hours, on weekends, and for emergency calls when the situation can't wait.
Scheduling is straightforward. Call (562) 664-7998, tell us what's going on, and we'll get someone out to take a look. Most jobs can be quoted on the first visit, and many are completed the same day.
We serve Lakewood and the surrounding communities throughout Los Angeles County, including Long Beach, Bellflower, Paramount, Compton, Downey, Signal Hill, Carson, and Cerritos. If you're nearby and need an electrician, give us a call and we'll confirm we can get to you.
We test every circuit, outlet, switch, or fixture we worked on before we consider the job complete. For panel work, we verify breaker function and check that the load is distributed correctly. We do not pack up until we are confident the work is right and you have seen it functioning yourself.
A transfer switch isolates your home's electrical system from the utility grid when the generator is running. Without one, power from the generator can back-feed into the grid and create a serious hazard for utility workers. We install manual and automatic transfer switches that make generator use safe, legal, and straightforward.
A whole-home surge protector installs at the panel and intercepts voltage spikes before they reach your outlets and appliances. In a dense urban area like Los Angeles County, grid fluctuations are a real and recurring risk. One surge can damage a refrigerator, a home office setup, or EV charging equipment, and the cost of replacing those items far exceeds the cost of a surge protector.
Both carry real safety and insurance implications beyond just being outdated. Knob-and-tube systems were not designed for modern electrical loads, and aluminum wiring connections can loosen over time and generate heat at the junction. We assess both and replace affected circuits with copper wiring and proper grounding to bring them up to current standards.
Breakers that trip frequently, lights that dim when appliances run, no room in the panel for new circuits, or a panel that is warm to the touch are all signs the service may be undersized. Homes adding EV chargers, solar systems, or major appliances often discover their existing panel cannot carry the added load. We run a load calculation to confirm what the upgrade needs to look like before we recommend anything.
Replacing a light bulb or resetting a tripped breaker is generally fine on your own. Anything that involves opening an outlet box, wiring a fixture, touching the panel, or running a new circuit should be handled by someone qualified. Work performed by licensed electricians is not just about code compliance. It is about making sure the job is done safely and will hold up over time.
For most jobs, yes, we prefer that someone is present so we can walk you through what we find and get your approval before we start. If you cannot be home, call us and we will talk through what arrangements make sense for your situation. Some straightforward exterior or panel work can be handled with alternative access, but we confirm that case by case.
An inspection makes sense before buying or selling a home, when a landlord needs to document the condition of a rental property, when an insurer requests it, or when you simply want to know what is inside your walls. We inspect the panel, wiring, grounding, and protection devices and give you a clear report of what we find and what, if anything, needs attention.
A burning smell near electrical equipment usually means wiring insulation is overheating or a connection is arcing. Stop using the affected outlet or circuit immediately. If the smell is coming from the panel, do not attempt to open it yourself. Call us right away so we can identify the source before it becomes a fire hazard.
Yes. Keeping children and pets in a separate room during electrical work is the safest approach for everyone. We are working with live circuits and tools, and an unexpected distraction can create a hazard. Once the job is complete and we have tested everything, the area is safe to use normally.
Flickering or dimming lights can have several causes: a loose connection at the fixture or outlet, an overloaded circuit, a failing breaker, or a problem at the panel. In some cases it points to a larger wiring issue. It is worth having us take a look rather than assuming it will resolve on its own, because the underlying cause usually gets worse over time.
Remus Electric is ready to take your call. Whether you need a repair scheduled for today or want to talk through an upgrade you've been putting off, the process starts with a phone call. No guesswork. No shortcuts. No surprise charges. Call (562) 664-7998 and let's get your electrical work handled the right way.
We handle the full range of electrical work for Lakewood homes and businesses, from a single tripped breaker to a complete service upgrade. Every job is handled by licensed electricians who show up ready to assess, explain, and get to work. The table below covers what each service includes, who it is best suited for, and a practical note to help you plan. Call us for a quote on any of it.
| Electrical Service | What's Included | When You Need It | Good to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solar & Battery Backup | solar system electrical tie-in, battery backup wiring, panel and service-entrance connections, permit-ready installation | homeowners adding solar or battery storage and needing the electrical infrastructure handled correctly | California utility costs and public-safety power shutoffs during fire season have made battery backup a practical consideration for many households here. We handle the wiring side. |
| Wiring & Circuit Installation | new circuit runs, remodel and addition wiring, permit-ready installations, code-compliant wiring | renovation projects, home additions, and basement or garage conversions | We coordinate with other trades on active remodel jobs and make sure the electrical work passes inspection the first time. |
| Hot-Tub Circuits | dedicated 240V circuit, GFCI disconnect installation, load and panel capacity check, permit-ready wiring | homeowners installing a new hot tub or spa and needing the electrical supply run correctly | Hot-tub wiring requires a dedicated circuit, a GFCI-protected disconnect, and a permit in most jurisdictions. We handle all of it. |
| Standby Battery for Outages | battery backup system wiring, transfer switch installation, critical circuit selection, panel integration | households that want to keep essential loads running during a grid outage or public-safety shutoff | Wildfire-season power shutoffs are a real concern in Southern California. We handle the electrical side of battery standby systems so the right circuits stay live when the grid goes down. |
| Outlet & Switch Installation | GFCI outlets, USB outlets, dimmer switches, weatherproof exterior receptacles | homeowners updating kitchens, bathrooms, patios, or home offices | GFCI protection is required by code in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoor areas. We bring everything up to current standards. |
| Dedicated Appliance Circuits | refrigerator and dishwasher circuits, home office and workshop circuits, dryer and range circuits, EV charger circuit prep | homeowners adding a major appliance or workshop equipment that needs its own line | Running a dedicated circuit protects the appliance and prevents nuisance tripping on shared circuits. |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | new fan installation, fan replacement, junction box addition, separate light kit switch wiring | Southern California homes looking to improve air circulation and reduce cooling costs | If there is no existing junction box rated for a fan, we add one. The job is straightforward and makes a real difference in comfort. |
| Whole-Home Surge Protection | panel-level surge device installation, protection for all circuits, coverage for EV chargers and smart-home equipment, single-visit installation | any home with sensitive electronics, EV charging equipment, or smart-home devices | One device installed at the panel protects every circuit in the house, not just the outlets where a power strip is plugged in. |
| Older-Home Rewiring | knob-and-tube replacement, aluminum wiring remediation, whole-home rewiring, grounding and bonding updates | Lakewood homes built in the 1950s and 1960s that have never had a wiring update | Outdated wiring carries real safety and insurance implications. We handle everything from targeted repairs to complete rewires. |
| Electrical Panel & Service Upgrades | 200-amp service upgrades, full panel replacements, subpanel installation, load calculations | homes adding EV chargers, solar, or major appliances that exceed the current panel capacity | Many Lakewood homes were built with 100-amp panels. A service upgrade is often the first step before adding any significant new load. |
| Electrical Safety Inspections | buyer and seller inspections, landlord compliance checks, failed-inspection repairs, smoke and CO detector installation | buyers, sellers, landlords, and anyone who wants to know the current condition of their system | A clean inspection report protects your investment and gives you a clear picture of what, if anything, needs attention. |
| Lighting Installation | recessed and ceiling fixtures, under-cabinet lighting, security and motion lights, landscape lighting | homeowners improving interior comfort or exterior security | Exterior lighting is a practical upgrade across Los Angeles County for both security and curb appeal on residential and commercial properties. |
| EV Charger Installation | Level 2 home charger installation, dedicated circuit and panel check, permit and inspection handling, all major charger brands including Tesla | Lakewood homeowners with an electric vehicle who want faster, safer home charging | Los Angeles County has one of the highest EV concentrations in the country. If the panel needs an upgrade to support the charger load, we handle that in the same project. |
| Breaker & Fuse Repair | breaker replacement, fuse box repairs, breaker that will not reset, circuit fault diagnosis | homes where a breaker trips repeatedly or a fuse keeps blowing | A breaker that trips repeatedly usually points to an overloaded or faulted circuit, not just a bad breaker. We find the cause before replacing parts. |
| Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting | dead outlets, tripping breakers, flickering lights, burning smells or sparking | any homeowner or tenant dealing with an active electrical problem | We run a proper diagnostic to find the source, not just the symptom, before any repair work starts. |
How do I know if my panel needs an upgrade?
Common signs include breakers that trip often, a fuse box that has never been replaced, lights that dim when an appliance kicks on, or a panel that feels warm to the touch. If you are planning to add an EV charger, solar system, or major appliance, a load calculation is the right first step. We assess the current panel, run the numbers, and tell you honestly whether an upgrade is needed and what it involves.
What causes a breaker to trip repeatedly?
A breaker that keeps tripping is usually responding to an overloaded circuit, a short somewhere in the wiring, or a ground fault. Resetting it without finding the cause can overheat wiring over time. We run a diagnostic to identify what is overloading or faulting the circuit before recommending any repair.
Is the electrical work permitted and inspected?
Yes. Any job that requires a permit, including panel upgrades, new circuit installations, EV charger hookups, and rewiring projects, is pulled and inspected to code. Work performed by licensed electricians is what you get on every call, and we make sure the job passes inspection the first time.
Same-Day and Emergency Availability
Electrical problems do not always happen at a convenient time. We keep same-day appointments available for repairs that cannot wait and offer after-hours availability when the situation calls for it.
How do I know if my older Lakewood home needs rewiring?
Homes built in the 1950s and 1960s may still have knob-and-tube wiring or aluminum branch circuits that were never updated. Warning signs include frequently tripping breakers, outlets that do not work, lights that flicker without an obvious cause, or a home that has never had a wiring inspection. An electrical safety inspection gives you a clear picture of what is in the walls and whether it needs attention.
What are the electrical requirements for a home EV charger?
A Level 2 home charger typically requires a dedicated 240-volt, 50-amp circuit run from the panel to the charging location. We check your panel capacity first, run the circuit, mount the charger, and handle the permit and inspection. If the panel needs an upgrade to support the added load, we take care of that as part of the same project.
What do flickering or dimming lights usually mean?
Occasional flickering when a large appliance starts up can be normal, but persistent flickering, lights that dim across multiple rooms, or flickering that comes with a buzzing sound usually points to a loose connection, an overloaded circuit, or a wiring issue that needs a closer look. It is worth a call rather than something to watch and wait on.
Upfront Quotes With No Surprise Fees
We tell you what the job involves and what it costs before any work begins. The price you agree to is the price on the invoice.
Is a warm or buzzing outlet something I should be concerned about?
Yes. A warm outlet, a buzzing sound from a receptacle or switch, or visible discoloration around a cover plate are all signs of a wiring problem that can become a fire hazard. Stop using the outlet, avoid resetting the circuit, and call us. These are not problems to troubleshoot on your own.
Can you add circuits for a workshop or home office?
Absolutely. We run dedicated circuits for workshops, home offices, garages, and anywhere else that needs reliable power for equipment that draws significant load. A dedicated circuit keeps that equipment on its own line so it does not interfere with the rest of the house.
Workmanship We Stand Behind
We offer a workmanship guarantee on every wiring job. We take pride in the electrical work we leave behind, and that standard applies to every project, from a single outlet to a full panel replacement.
Do I need to be home while the work is being done?
For most jobs, yes, we prefer that someone is present, especially at the start so we can walk through what we found and confirm the scope before work begins. If the situation is different, let us know when you call and we will work out the right arrangement.
How does pricing work, and will I know the cost before work starts?
When you call, we gather the details about the job and give you a clear estimate. No work starts until you have agreed to the scope and the price. We do not add charges after the fact for work we did not discuss. The goal is that you know exactly where things stand before we pick up a tool.
Is surge protection worth it if I already use power strips?
Power strips offer limited protection and cover only the outlets they are plugged into. A whole-home surge protection device installed at the panel protects every circuit in the house, including hardwired appliances, EV charging equipment, and smart-home systems that a power strip cannot reach. It is one of the more straightforward upgrades we offer and pays for itself the first time it catches a serious voltage spike.
Every job is different, and a quick call is the fastest way to get a straight answer on what your situation involves and what it will cost. Call us for a quote and we will walk you through it.
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