By Anonymous August 14, 2014
ISkillie ed Skilliez Electric for many projects throughout the San Jose area great electricians always courteous friendly and reasonably priced. can't go wrong with this company ...read more
By Anonymous November 30, 2010
I spent 6 days without heat and no power in my kitchen waiting on electricians to return phone calls! Holcomb electric responded to my message within 30 minutes of leaving it. They were then able to have Brandon come to my home within an hour and a half of leaving the initial message. He was able to identify the problem. He did not have the parts necessary to completely fix the problem but was able to restore heat to the house until he could return the next day Thank you for the rapid response! ...read more
By LDD October 04, 2009
We hired Dorsett Electrical Service to do the electrical on the remodel on our home. Not only was their bid lower than we expected but the service we received was exceptional! The workers were always here on time and I was impressed by how clean they kept the job while they worked. I was very impressed by how polite and professional the crew was and Mr. Dorsett came out every day personally to check the job. I will definately recommend DES to others and will use them again. ...read more
With spring almost here, it’s about time for some spring cleaning. Which means it’s also a great time to run down the list of electrical items in your home that require upkeep and servicing. Keeping your electrical system in top running shape will not only keep things running longer, it’s also the perfect way to keep you and your family safe. Here are 3 items your San Jose electrician recommends checking this spring: Kitchen Matters The kitchen is an electrical hub. So with a larger number of appliances big and small to keep in working order, a great place to start is in the kitchen. Clean your stove and oven, inspect and clean your exhaust hood, check behind the refrigerator and make sure there is space for circulation. Vacuum refrigerator coils to free dust. If extension cords are in use, be sure that they aren’t overloaded or covered. The Basement There are many things in your basement that can be dangerous and a fire hazard, so keeping everything in tip top shape is incredibly important. Start with your electrical service panel, check inside for a date for the last time it was serviced. If it has expired, contact a professional to schedule an inspection. This is also the perfect time to check all of your circuit breakers. Have your furnace inspected and cleaned. If your washer and dryer are in the basement, check their electrical connected to make sure it is tight and secure. Outside Your Home Your HVAC is the powerhouse unit that keeps your home habitable year ’round, so neglecting it is certainly not an option. Check filters, hoses, condenser coils, vents, and so on. The last thing you need is a service call when the temperatures start to soar. If you plant flowers and shrubs, call before you dig, and be sure to allow at least 10 feet of distance around transformers, and at least three feet around any meters connected to your home. This is also a good time to check all outdoor lighting to make sure everything is illuminated. For more information on how can help you, contact us anytime ...read more
By Skilliez Electric March 20, 2014
Thanks to the Today Show, many people now know that electricians in San Jose are some of the smartest people in the country. Of course we are not the only smart people living here. Our area also has its fair share of educated, fiscally savvy, multifamily property owners. So in today’s blog post, we wanted to talk about a few money saving electrical projects that they may want to take advantage of in the weeks ahead: PG&E;’slighting companion measureis one money saver that our smart electricians in San Jose wanted to mention. It offers multifamily property owners a chance to receive a rebate when they upgrade their buildings’ interior or exterior hard-wire fixtures along with another affiliated items. The focus is on fluorescent fixtures, recessed downlights, LED accent lights, LED MR and PAR replacement lamps. The affiliated items are also something that our smart, San Jose electricians can install as well (i.e. induction lighting). Items like exterior photocells and occupancy sensors are also on the list. The rebate is set to expire in December 2014 and amounts vary based on the fixture purchase. On top of that, multifamily property owners may want to take advantage of the company’s commercial pool heater and pool filtration pump rebates. Together, they’ll add more than $100 to a property owner’s pocket. Our electricians in San Jose can help in the installation process by making sure that poolside items are grounded and the electrical panel is up to snuff. Speaking of electrical panel upgrades, the previously mentioned programs are not the only opportunities that multifamily property owners have to save. Rebates are also in place for replacement laundry room, kitchen, water closet and HVAC equipment too. So our San Jose electricians can check electrical panel capacity during those property improvement projects as well. To speak with our electricians in San Jose about this topic and others, pleasecontact usat (408) 722-6990. We’d loved to provide multifamily property owners with a free estimate on their next money-saving project. ...read more
By Skilliez Electric March 20, 2014
Over the years, we’ve all heard our share of road rage stories. Heck, maybe you’ve been involved in a few. Well, nowadays it seems that road rage is passé in San Jose and charge rage is in. So what’s the reason behind the swap out? Let’s take a closer look and see: The problem can be traced back to the good old laws of supply and demand. There’s just a lot more alternative fuel powered vehicles hitting the roadways these days and not enough EV charging stations to go with them. Thus, people inSan Joseare fighting over the few EV hook-ups that do exist. Enter the Age of Charge Rage. Of course incidents of charge rage can be avoided. For starters, we can all channel our inner Emily Post and practice charge etiquette. Yes, that’s right. There are etiquette rules that apply to EV charging station usage too. The good news they are a lot less complicated than having to figure out who is supposed to sit where and why at your cousin’s next wedding. EV charging station etiquette simply dictates that drivers all use a little bit of common courtesy. For example, it’s not nice to park in an EV charging space unless you plan on actually plugging in your vehicle. The same can be said for unplugging other people’s vehicles before they are done charging and overstaying your welcome. There’s also something that can be said for scheduling EV charging station installations in San Jose. EV charging station installations in San Josein San Jose can reduce incidents of charge rage even more than following in Emily Post’s tire tracks can. That’s because they get to the root of the problem, a scarcity of alternative fueling stations. At Skilliez Electric, we recognize that important fact. So we are doing all that we can to combat our nation’s growing charge rage problem by helping San Jose residents install EV charging stations. To learn more about our EV charging station installation services in San Jose and the surrounding areas, pleasecontact usfor a free estimate. Our phone number is (408) 722-6990. ...read more
By Skilliez Electric March 20, 2014
Commercial wiring safety codes are set to protect people and property from electrical shock and fire hazards. Standard features are present in electrical wiring used to provide power in buildings and structures. Legislation from cities, local jurisdictions or states establishes regulations by adopting... ...read more
Taking any exam is intimidating, but when it is a certification exam it can be even more stressful. Succeeding on the master electrician exam is similar to doing well on other types of difficult tests. Most likely you already know all of the information that you need to in order to do well on the test... ...read more
