Republic Lighting Services

★★★★★ 4.8 / 5 (22)
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: 133 E De La Guerra St Ste 2, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
: (805) 568-1700
: http://republiclighting.com

Company Overview

My expertise lies in repairing and servicing lighting and electrical equipment for homes and commercial properties in Santa Barbara. In my role as an electrician, I identify electrical problems and install new lighting solutions. Visit my website for a detailed overview of the services I provide on a time and materials basis.

I founded Republic Lighting in 1980 to deliver top-notch electrical services in Santa Barbara, and I have personally handled all the work to meet my high standards. I manage numerous homes and buildings across the county.

I am Charlie Mitchell, the electrician at Republic Lighting, serving Santa Barbara since 1980. I launched this business out of my lifelong interest in understanding how things operate and finding solutions. I encourage customers to compile a list of repairs they need, and I take pleasure in working through that list until everything meets their expectations. A significant number of my clients have been with me for a long time.

Business Services

  • Electric inspection
  • Electric installation or replacement
  • Electric panel installation
  • Electric repair
  • Wire installation
  • Wire repair
  • Light fixture installation
  • Light fixture repair

Business Location & Hours



Mon:6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue:6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed:6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu:6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri:6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat:6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun:Closed

Recommended Customer Reviews

Vicky L.
★★★★★

Charlie is the best Electrician we've ever had and we've been in town over 40 years.
Most importantly he is dependable, honest, and thorough. If you want to get the job done and get it done the right way then Charlie is your guy.

Julie H.
★★★★★

Charlie upgraded our electrical panel recently. He makes sure everything is done correctly, up to code, and will pass all inspections. He thoroughly understands the process with utilities providers. He also has a great relationship with utility providers, which helps the process run smoothly and efficiently. He made sure to leave a result that would last for the next 50 years. Thanks, Charlie!

Terry Y.
★★★★★

If you are looking for a professional, knowledgeable, reasonable electrician who cares about their work, Charlie is the way to go. Charlie helped us in the past four years on multiple projects big to small in our condo, including repairing breakers, installing new panels, new light fixtures, etc. The experience has always been positive.

Charlie would always understand our needs, and patiently explain details about what work is involved, what the budget would look like for different options, and what's the regulation and permit requirement before the work starts. This ensures that we don't encounter any surprises during the project. Then he executed the job beyond expectation and within budget. Our family and city inspectors have always been impressed by his meticulous job.

Overall, highly recommended!!!

Michel M.
★★★★★

More than just a lighting service, Charlie is our go-to electrician for all sorts of household things. He has re- wired our garage to accommodate an electric door-opener, and most recently he replaced a failing bathroom heater/exhaust fan. He is a real problem solver, and also a really nice guy! And my wife appreciates that he cleans up after the job.

Kevin M.
★★★★★

It was a pleasure working with Charlie. He returned my call in a timely manner, showed up on time, gave us some great ideas, worked quickly and efficiently, did great quality work, was fastidious about not making a mess, was reasonably priced, and was all in all great to work with. Ours was just a small 2 day job but he treated it like it was the most important thing on his schedule. Would definitely recommend!

Cassie F.
★★★★★

Charlie is well educated in managing all electrical needs. From trouble-shooting wiring issues to installing a very complicated electrical upgrade for a stove, Charlie was dependable, efficient and friendly. I have hired him for years for every electrical issue and wouldn't use any other company.

Victor B.
★★★★★

Charlie is the BEST! He has many done jobs both big and small on our residence and our rental units for over 15 years. His work as well as his sage advice is impeccable.
Victor B

Lesly R.
★★★★★

We have used Charlie with Republic Lighting Services several times for home projects, from adding under cabinet lighting, additional outlets, to troubleshooting problems. He is courteous and knowledgeable and we highly recommend his services.

CC R.
★★★★★

Charlie is professional, knowledgeable, efficient and honest. He was able to finish several projects I had in a reasonable time and is returning to finish up a bigger project. Thank you, Charlie!

Tommie R.
★★★★☆

called Charlie on a Saturday afternoon after my bathroom light went out. it wasn't the bulb. I could smell something burning and the fixture felt hot to the touch. Charlie answered right away. he was working and within the hour he was changing the ballast where all the wires connect into, something I wouldn't even begin to know about. 15 minutes later, he was done and on his way and he's reasonably priced.

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