O'Connor & SonsElectric · Palo Alto
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Licensed & Bonded · Class C10 · Since 1994

Wired right,
the first time.

Family-run electrical contractors serving Palo Alto for over thirty years — troubleshooting, panel work, remodels, and everything in between. No shortcuts, no guesswork.

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4.8★181 Google reviews
30+ yrsServing Palo Alto
C10Licensed & bonded
4.8 average across 181 reviews
Rated on Yelp · Nextdoor · BBB · Google
Bonded, insured & LGBTQ+ friendly
What We Handle

Every job gets the same close look at the wiring — big panel or small fix.

From a flickering switch to a full remodel rewire, Tom and the crew troubleshoot it properly the first time, so you're not calling again next month.

Troubleshooting & Repairs

Tripping breakers, dead outlets, dimming lights — we find the actual cause, not just the symptom.

Panel & Breaker Work

Upgrades, replacements, and safe fixes for aging or undersized electrical panels.

Remodel Wiring

Kitchen, bath, and whole-home remodel wiring planned and installed to code from the start.

Fast Response Calls

Same-week scheduling for most jobs, with clear communication on timing and cost.

Residential Service

Careful, respectful work inside your home — we treat every house like it's our own.

Commercial Electrical

Reliable service for small businesses and commercial properties around Palo Alto.

ONE FAMILY. ONE STANDARD.
Why Homeowners Call Us Back

Everything runs off the same circuit: do it right.

  • Real troubleshooting, not a parts swap

    We trace the problem to its source before touching anything — European trade-school trained, four-plus years deep.

  • Fast, responsive scheduling

    Calls returned quickly and jobs booked without the week-long wait typical of bigger outfits.

  • Detail on every job, big or small

    A single outlet gets the same care as a full panel upgrade. We treat your home like our own.

  • Thirty-plus years in Palo Alto

    A family-owned business that's been fixing this neighborhood's wiring since long before "smart home" was a word.

  • Not the cheapest — worth the call

    We price honestly for the quality of work. Ask anyone who's had us back for a second job.

From the Owner

A small family enterprise, thirty years in.

Tom O'Connor has run this business out of Palo Alto since 1994, training under the European electrical apprenticeship system before bringing that standard home.

1994Business founded in Palo Alto
4+ yrsFormal electrical trade school
C10Licensed, bonded & insured — Lic #513626
"Thanks again for trusting us with your electrical issues. As always, we appreciate the business — especially since we're a small family enterprise. We appreciate any and all referrals and future work."
T
Tom O'Connor Owner, O'Connor & Sons Electric
181 Reviews, 4.8 Average

What Palo Alto is saying

★★★★★

Highly recommend O'Connor & Sons Electric — Tom is deeply knowledgeable, efficient, and extremely good at troubleshooting.

Marta R.Local Guide
★★★★★

Tom always brings the right materials and just enough to get the job done correctly. Very knowledgeable and doesn't waste any time.

Greg R.Verified
★★★★★

Over 40 years in construction, and O'Connor & Sons is the most knowledgeable and competent electrician team I've worked with. Fast and honest.

Ron L.Verified

Got a problem that shouldn't wait? Call before it becomes an emergency.

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