1st Choice Electric Service
Company Overview
Located in Fairfield, CA, 1st Choice Electric Service is dedicated to our local community. Every electrical project is executed by licensed and certified electricians in California. We specialize in diagnosing electrical issues, upgrading services, and providing custom electrical solutions for both indoor and outdoor needs. We offer a wide array of services, including security camera installations, hot tub wiring, custom lighting, remodels, generators, car chargers, and additional solutions. Our rates are straightforward, and we offer free estimates for all projects. Our hours are adaptable, accommodating weekends as well.
From a young age, I worked alongside my father, an electrical contractor, gaining experience in the electrical trade. Prior to starting my own company, I worked as a Journeyman for several contractors, including Richard Craig Electric in Vallejo.
Having a father who was an electrical contractor, I started learning the trade as a child, navigating attics and crawl spaces to install wiring. As I grew older, I gained extensive knowledge, working as an apprentice and Journeyman while familiarizing myself with the electrical code. With California Licenses (#1102526) and Certifications (#169312), I guarantee that your project will be executed properly from the start. My extensive experience covers a wide range of residential projects, and I collaborate effectively with homeowners, landlords, real estate agents, and more. You will always communicate directly with me throughout the process.
Business Services
- Circuit breaker installation
- Circuit breaker repair
- Electric inspection
- Electric installation or replacement
- Electric panel installation
- Electric panel repair
- Electric repair
- Wire installation
- Wire repair
- Electric vehicle charging station installation
- Generator installation
- Light fixture installation
- Light fixture repair
- Outdoor lighting installation
- Outlet installation
- Outlet repair
Business Location & Hours
Mon: | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Tue: | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Wed: | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Thu: | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Fri: | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Sat: | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Sun: | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Recommended Customer Reviews

I had a very old fuse box smoke and almost catch fire. Jim was professional, honest, fair and prompt -- he knows old houses and wiring and quickly replaced the panel (on a Saturday) so we could be safe and have electricity again. I would highly recommend 1st Choice Electric Service hands down!

Came to my help a third time, was prompt, even after hours, gave me great advice, spared me worry about fire hazard! I won't use a yone else.

Jim is AMAZING. I'm so grateful to have selected him. Not only is he close by, he's responsive, punctual and professional. I've added him as a permanent contact for electrical work. I'm extremely pleased with my new ceiling fan installation. *SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES*

Jim was wonderful. We purchased an electric car and he gave us fair price and worked around our schedule to make it work. Other places will charge you over $1000 for a 240, but Jim was reliable, fair, responsive, and accommodating. He also took the time to explain everything as well. I highly recommend him and wold use him again!

1st Choice Electric is PHENOMENAL!! I highly recommend this company. Jim is extremely responsive, & knowledgable. I am selling my house and had an electric issue that had to be fixed quickly. Jim was very understanding and made time in his busy schedule to help me. He located and fixed the issue discussed on the inspection report, plus one more. Very professional and all around a great person. Thank you Jim so much for helping me out! I have already given your card to several of my family and friends. Anyone that has an electric issue call 1st choice electric service Jim is the best!!

Jim sent his partner on a Saturday to troubleshoot my house electrical circuit breaker problems. After a temp repair Jim suggested I needed to replace my outdated Zinsco Main and Sub panel as they are now actually a safety hazard (no kidding google it). I could have changed either the Main or Sub but decided to replace both. His estimate was reasonable compare to other contractors. I scheduled the work for two days as I figure each panel replacement would take one day each. However, in one day he replace both the Main outside panel and home inside CB panel. On top of that he rewired a rig job that someone had done (and did no know about) inside my garage at NO extra charge. He answered all the questions I had and did a detailed professional job. I had power in my home on the same day by 3PM. I would definately recommend his services. Mike

Jim was great! Got ahold of me and stayed in contact even with my busy schedule. Worked around his schedule with me to get the job done quick! Couldnt give enough credit or praise to Jim.

Jim, the owner, was responsive and came quickly to provide us with a quote. Price was very competitive and job was done in a timely manner. We interviewed 4 other companies and decided to go with 1st Choice Electric Service since Jim was able to comprehensively provide the work we need plus more to get our house ready for kitchen and master renovation. We were provided with solutions that benefit us for the future. We appreciate the expertise recommendation, efficient work, and Jim's readiness to help!

Jim was able to quickly diagnose a long-standing issue I had with my garage wiring and fix it in under 30 minutes. Worth every penny, and I'd be happy to use him again should I need an electrician.

I had Jim come out a second time to my house for an electrical issue. He came out on his day off to come look at my problem and I am so glad that he was able to. We spent 2 hrs looking for loose wire that was causing my problems. Not only was he patient in trouble shooting the problem, he showed me how to address some of the issues he found, how many professionals would actually take the time to teach you how to do things. He is one of the nicest, helpful, caring individuals I've had the pleasure of meeting. Jim should be the first person you cal!