John Hope Electric

★★★★★ 4.6 / 5 (48)
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: 1438 Chanticleer Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
: (831) 458-0805
: http://johnhopeelectric.com

Company Overview

We offer a range of services from inspections to comprehensive installations, ensuring your electrical needs are met. Since our inception in 1992, we have committed to using premium materials, and we stand by our workmanship for as long as we are in business. With years of industry experience, John Hope Electric delivers unparalleled expertise, design/build capabilities, and effective management. Our strong reputation has allowed us to gather a team of highly capable, reliable, and seasoned electricians in the Central Coast area. We cherish our relationships with every customer and take pride in enhancing the safety and well-being of our community.

For over 30 years, we have served the electrical needs of our community, both in commercial and residential sectors. What began as a small operation in John’s home with just him and his bookkeeper has transformed into a thriving enterprise with a dedicated group of skilled electricians and an efficient office team.

John launched his electrical career in 1978, wiring new homes in the Santa Cruz Mountains alongside his brother-in-law. As the business expanded, he ventured into a diverse array of electrical work across Silicon Valley, gaining experience in residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

John joined Triad Electric in 1983, where he developed his skills in handling commercial projects. His notable projects included Holy Cross Church, Long Marine Lab, UCSC, and Lipton Foods, where he gained essential experience in motor control. After nearly ten years at Triad, he earned his electrical contractor’s license in 1992 and founded John Hope Electric, steadily expanding the business.

In 2020, he took over Triad Electric, bringing his career journey full circle. Currently, with a team of about 40 employees, he manages both companies, delivering expert electrical services to the Central Coast. His dedication to quality workmanship and strong customer relationships remains central to the business.

Business Services

  • Circuit breaker installation
  • Circuit breaker repair
  • Doorbell installation
  • 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
  • Generator repair
  • Light fixture installation
  • Light fixture repair
  • Outlet installation
  • Outlet repair

Business Location & Hours



Mon:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tue:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wed:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thu:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Fri:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Recommended Customer Reviews

David S.
★★★★★

I'm not a regular review poster, but giving credit where it is due. As a former property manager, I have worked with many electrical (and other) contractors. Recently, our house began having multiple electrical issues, so I started calling local electricians. I hit a few voicemails, with only one call back, and only after a few days had passed. I was able to speak to a human at one outfit, but they could not get me scheduled for weeks.

When I called John Hope Electric, they answered immediately, and had me on their schedule for the next day. I had four separate issues and was expecting this to be ~$1500. On the scheduled day, Robert (Hope electrician) called me hours before my appointment and said he had finished a job earlier than expected, and could either come right now, or at my scheduled time. He came and diligently fixed all four issues in about two hours. All of our troubles are gone and we paid less than $300.

Thank you JH Electric! I'm a customer for life.

Nori S.
★★★★★

Very professional and reasonably priced. We had to go with another vendor because John was so busy, but would definitely recommend.

Terri F.
★★★★★

Great company to work with. When Connor came out to look at the project he was on time, professional, clearly knowledgeable, and took the time to explain what needed to happen in order to put in my new generator.
In their office, Ocea was easy to work with and helped coordinate not only their work but that of the plumbing company who ran the gas line.
I'm very happy to have replace my oil-leaking generator that had been put in by one of their competitors and just sorry that I hadn't called John Hope Electric in there first place!

Mark F.
★★★★★

Great company to work with. Very responsive and willing to help. I highly recommend. Technician was great.

Martin G.
★★★★★

Came out to put a generator plug on my house so I don't have to deal with extension cords when PGE cuts us off. Connor came to look at the application before quoting, and the quote had options that were explained clearly.

The guy that came was professional, clean and friendly. Took the time to understand what I needed and explained what he did and how to use it.

Definitely a good experience, we'll use them again.

chris b.
★★★★★

Absolute dream to work with. Highly skilled staff, responsive and responsible. Integrity is John's over riding principle.

M G.
★★★★★

John Hope was there when I needed him. He responded on Sunday and helped during our storm. His staff called me on Monday and they were efficient and communicated with kind understanding. During the increased demands helping others they made room for a visit to my home for professional help . I am thankful we have such a company in our community

Anna G.
★★★★★

We call This Company yesterday asking to put up my Chandelier! The service is fast enough and not making me wait any longer! I'm so happy with the result !! DEFINITELY We will use again this Company to switch & put more lights in the future .!! Thanks guys .!!

Walt B.
★★★★★

The entire team at Hope electric is fantastic and highly professional. We purchased and had installed a Generac 22KW generator from them. The installation was complex since we had another smaller gasoline generator that we wanted to keep in the circuit and be able to run. Additionally there was some outside wiring that needed to be upgraded, AND we wanted to get this all permitted. Building permits in Santa Cruz are not easy. They did a fantastic job of the installation, the set up and dealing with the county. They overcame numerous problems for us, got the work done in a timely manner with no price surprises....I can not recommend them highly enough. Not much room here, but I would be happy to fill your ears with more good things about them....Walt Brown, [email protected]

David B.
★★☆☆☆

John Hope Electric did a good job with a good price on my home outdoor lighting. So I called them again to do install a new fixture and re-do some plugs and also look at some track lighting for my rental. They quoted the work on a T&M basis and I noted how long they worked. While they did good work, the billing department sent me a bill which reflected a much longer, obviously approximate time (""2 guys for a half day"") which after asking questions, they started handwaving ""this included travel time, and set-up time"". After I called them out that no one charges for any of that, and I told them I was there and the times did not line up. They did settle with me on the right charges but I did not appreciate having to police their hours, have to call them on this, and argue with the company about the bill. I am not going back to John Hope, I am sorry they did really nice work, spoiled by the accounting dept bad experience

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