Hein Lighting & Electric
Company Overview
Expertise in:
- Alteration and Remodeling Specialists
- Lighting Maintenance Services
- Signage Maintenance and Repair
- Electricians
- Lighting Installations
- Construction Contractors
- Lighting Specialists
- Electric Contractors for Commercial and Industrial
Since 1973, Hein Lighting & Electric has led the industry, providing full-scale electrical solutions and repairs across Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Our services now extend to the Napa and Sonoma regions with the aim of helping to rebuild communities devastated by fire.
We cater to the lighting and electrical requirements of big commercial projects, industrial construction, apartment residences, home improvement. Our team installs security and landscape lighting and guide you in choosing the right design options for your requirements. We have the resources to handle any size of work.
Our expert technicians and management team are well-trained, experienced electricians you can depend on to perform an exceptional and top-notch job.
We take pride in delivering quality workmanship, craftsmanship and executing the job right the initially!
We actively support our neighborhood!
Founded in 1973, Hein Lighting & Electric by Ed Hein. He became known as a committed and industrious electrician. He valued relationships, worked tirelessly, grew his enterprise and supported his family on those values.
Today, the founder's son Jim Hein is the head of the organization. He has been part of the business since graduating from Del Valle High School in 1976. They established a thriving electric and lighting contractor business in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties.
Following Ed's retirement in 1989, Jim has maintained the tradition of Hein Lighting & Electric for unmatched service and technical skill. He shows a commitment to his team and employees that matches his dedication to his clients.
Business Services
- 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
- Outlet installation
- Outlet repair
Business Location & Hours
| Mon: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tue: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wed: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thu: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Fri: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sat: | Closed |
| Sun: | Closed |
Recommended Customer Reviews
Warren M.I can't believe it's taken me this long to write a review of Hein. I've used them 4 times so far and they are absolutely my go to for all things electrical in my house. They have done wiring, new outlets, new boxes, installed ceiling fans and new outdoor security lights so far and everything has been flawless. Really clean work. Reasonably priced, easy to schedule and the guys that have arrived at my house to do the work have all been awesome. Jenny who does scheduling in the office is incredible as well! Thanks Jenny!!! It's so hard to find good companies to work with these days. Most won't even return your call! Hein is different. Give them a call. You'll be glad you did.
Maggie T.Have used Hein on several occasions at two properties. They have always been helpful, reliable and professional.
Today they fitted me in for a defective ceiling light in the kitchen at short notice.
Steve turned up as scheduled and communicated well. Not only did he repair the light fixture he secured it to the ceiling safely ( previously at risk of falling!!!)
Highly recommend and much appreciated.
Brian was also very helpful with scheduling.
Cecile I.I called this company as they were referred to us. We asked to make an assessment of our parking lot lights. A man named Nate came and did not even walk around our property because he said he didn't have to wait for our Maintenance Supervisor so he just asked our Operations Director how many lights are out. Then he left. Apparently, there are other issues that needs assessment. I called the business and spoke with Jenny. I advised how the assessment went through and I told her the other issues that needs assessment. I asked if this is a typical process of their walk through she said they are swamped and usually free estimate is not too detailed but should have gone and did a walk through. She also said if you would like to have someone go back it will be $135. I didn't care about the estimate fee but the first job to estimate was already a fail. (It wasn't about the fee but the quality of service.) I needed an estimate that comes from the assessment he has done.
She laughed sarcastically and said that let's just get over it. I don't have time to argue with you. No one was arguing with her. She said she can have someone go back. I lost my interest doing business with them. I said, no need as I think I should just go somewhere else who doesn't insult their customers. I was even being understanding to their situation. She was inconsiderate, unprofessional and rude. I was about to refer them to the other businesses who are needing repairs for their parking lots. It was very disappointing. I was being kind and understanding to all people who are in service business especially nowadays but how can you be kind if people like her (Jenny) would act like that?
We had a few punch list items that we needed an electrician for and we called Hein after many members in our neighborhood recommended them. We were able to make an appointment within the week with Casey. Casey showed up and blew us away with how knowledgeable he was on all of projects and what needs to be done without being condescending or dismissive. He was very personable, efficient and hard working. Days later, my husband and I are still enamored with his work and what a great experience it was.
We called Hein Electric when we had a serious problem with the electrical system in an old home. Jim Hein, the owner of Hein Electric in Martinez, responded immediately and made restoring the power to our home in a timely fashion his number one priority. The job was a complicated one which included replacing the 61 year old electrical box. He personally oversaw the process making sure that the proper permits were obtained, the right technicians were dispatched and continually coordinating with PGE and staying in close contact with us. We truly appreciate the miracle Jim and his administrative staff and crew of technicians performed at our house. Business owners who are capable and care like Jim are a rare find these days and we highly recommend his company to anyone needing electrical work done at their home or business. Thank you Jim!!!
I called this company to get an estimate on installing a manual transfer switch to use with a portable generator (last year PGE shut the power off twice for up to 4 days). The electrician I originally was going to use to do the job never showed up to do the job!!! The first thing that impressed me about this company was a real human being answered on my first attempt to call the company. She made an appointment for an inspection of my house. The two estimators from the company arrived ON TIME exactly as promised!!! These two estimators then followed through and actually provided me with estimate as promised for the project. The estimate was not a two or three page contract with fine print but straight forward and understandable. Upon accepting the estimate, the company arranged for a crew to come out to do the work. ""JP,"" Frederic and Marciano came out to look at my house and then arranged to show-up the next week to do the work. The work was technically and mechanically done extremely well! Considering the wiring that was done, the transfer switch and metal conduit were esthetically located so as not to be too ugly. These guys also assembled my new generator, poured fuel into the generator tank and got it working (I purchased a new Westinghouse House generator; works great!!!). They plugged in the house battery backup system, tested the transfer switch, and totally cleaned up (absolutely no debris on our new wooden floors). The crew was careful to cover the floors with drip cloths to prevent damage to the floor!!! All in all, I was extremely impressed and very pleased with the work done by JP, Frederic and Marciano! From my experience, they did NOT do good job, they did an outstanding job!! I highly recommend anyone who needs to have some wiring and electrical work done, contact Hein Electrical. Their work (at least with JP and his crew) is an example of technical people taking PRIDE in doing an outstanding job!!!
Jennifer B.I called in the morning, a live person answered the phone (!), and I had an appointment booked for only a few hours later.
Nate, the electrician, was wonderful! He stopped by early (after calling first) to make sure he brought the correct part. He arrived on time. He installed a 4 prong outlet to replace a 3 prong, and even moved our dryer to get access. He was friendly and worked quickly, and doubled-checked to make sure everything worked before leaving. The price was very fair. These will be the only electricians we call in the future!!!
I called in with my partial outage problem at 9:30 AM and Nate of Hein Lighting and Electric had it FIXED by 12:45 within an hour's visit. And this is in the middle of a pandemic! This company makes you feel like they know their stuff and they care about their clientele. Thanks for the help!
Tom T.My wife and I purchased a hot tub and needed the electrical hook up. Jim Hein came out to our house the same day to see where we wanted the tub and assess the best panel from which to draw the power. The next day, two of his very kind team members, Mandy and Juan, started the work. Over the next few days, Jim and his team worked to make the connections and asked for my input along the way. The entire team was extremely professional and polite, and I am very pleased with the finished product. As an added bonus, when Juan was under my house pulling wire, he found a leak from my washer drain, and was later able to fix the problem for me! I highly recommend Hein Electric.
Would definitely not recommend wasting your time with this company.
They obviously don't care about getting business or keeping existing customers. Called multiple times over a span of 3 days to speak to a technician however Rick/everyone else was always ""out of the office"" and apparently are too busy or could careless about calling us back.

























