Cost-Effective Solutions

Company Overview

This venture is now a one-man, part-time enterprise. Being an unlicensed electrician, I prioritize compliance with Code and delivering quality results on the first attempt. Financial constraints have kept me from obtaining my license, but I collaborate effectively with local electrical inspectors. I can help you obtain any required permits.

I am willing to tackle small jobs that larger companies tend to ignore. A lot of these minor jobs don’t require permits at all. I can manage significant projects, including converting outdated knob-and-tube wiring to contemporary wiring, upgrading typical service from 100 amps to 200 amps, or adding subpanels and new circuits. I have undertaken the complete rewiring of three homes. Feel free to get in touch to discuss your electrical concerns, as I deliver Cost-Effective Solutions.

Cost-Effective Solutions was established in 1983 as an IT consulting firm, focusing on IBM mainframe operating systems. It was quite successful until the recession began in late 2001. Following 19 years of more work than I could handle, contracts became scarce. After six months without employment, I decided to leverage my other skills developed over 30+ years as a homeowner.

I initially worked as a handyman but soon gravitated toward electrical tasks, which I find fulfilling and am skilled at. I delved into electrical codes, mostly through books I acquired and guidance from more experienced individuals in construction, such as my best friend, a general contractor, and a local building inspector.

Cost-Effective Solutions boasts an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We recently relocated from Belmont to Petaluma. Feel free to call me.

I hail from San Francisco but received my education in San Mateo. I went to CSM, CCSF, and Oregon State University, majoring in Physics and Math, then moved to South San Francisco, the City, Belmont in 1986, and finally Petaluma in 2018.

Before joining IBM in 1969, I owned a stereo component store and a small recording studio in San Francisco. During my younger days, I managed rock bands, created nightclub sound systems, and engaged in live sound engineering while also working full-time and pursuing other nighttime endeavors.

I departed from the music industry in 1985 to dedicate my efforts to Cost-Effective Solutions and IT consulting. I transitioned my home and business to Belmont in late 1986. I am happily married with three adult children, five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.