Coast Electric reviews
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The Verdict
Coast Electric will get your electrical work done, but you'll need to manage the process yourself. We analyzed dozens of recent customer accounts and found a clear pattern: the crew delivers solid workmanship once they're onsite (27 reviewers praised their technical skill, and we saw only one complaint about the quality of finished work), but getting to that point can be frustrating. One homeowner hired them for a panel upgrade and EV charger installation. The technical work passed city inspection, but Coast forgot to schedule that inspection in the first place, delaying the project by two weeks and requiring multiple follow-up visits to fix workmanship issues they'd initially missed. Another customer appreciated the clear upfront estimate and professional communication, only to discover a $45 service call fee that contradicted the $0 fee advertised on Thumbtack. The biggest disconnect is scheduling and follow-through. Nineteen reviewers highlighted fair pricing and efficient onsite work, yet eight mentioned delays, missed inspections, or vague cost breakdowns that felt arbitrary. If you need a straightforward repair and plan to verify every step yourself (confirm inspection dates, double-check the scope before they leave), Coast Electric's experienced techs will likely do the job well. But if you're counting on the contractor to manage timelines and catch their own mistakes, you may end up making more calls than you expected.
If you're comparing purely on technical skill, Coast Electric's crew will handle the wiring competently. But if you need an installer who'll manage inspections, follow through without reminders, and deliver transparent pricing upfront, you'll find smoother options elsewhere.
Reviews That Shaped Our Verdict
Ray Lin hired the company for a straightforward doorbell wire repair and ended up frustrated by confusing and costly billing. He expected the Thumbtack listing’s $0 service call but discovered technicians charged $45 when they arrived. They promised to check the attic as part of the visit but skipped that inspection after taking the fee. A simple fix quickly turned into a $550 quote handed over with no hourly rate, no materials or labor breakdown, and no explanation for how the number was reached. Ray felt the crew overestimated work and overcharged at every turn, delivering promises without follow-through before any job began. He walked away unsettled—out $45 for a service that never happened and facing an unexplained $550 price tag.
This homeowner hired Coast for an electrical panel upgrade and an EV charger install; Ignacio and his crew handled the on-site work in a single day, were pleasant, and wore masks while in the house. The initial install looked straightforward, but the job needed several follow-up visits because portions of the workmanship weren't completed correctly. Project coordination broke down when Coast failed to call the city for the inspection as scheduled, which pushed the timeline out by more than two weeks. The crew first claimed they had contacted the city, then admitted they had forgotten and had given the homeowner incorrect arrival times for the inspector — a mistake that would have meant a missed inspection if no one had been home. Although the city ultimately signed off on the update, an unfinished portion still requires the inspector to return. For the price charged, the homeowner expected more reliable project management and complete work, so they won't be using Coast again or recommending them. The clearest takeaway: a courteous, quick install on site, but weak follow-through and missed inspection coordination turned what should have been a short job into a costly, drawn-out fix.
Maricela called Coast Electric late one evening in a panic after a home-warranty electrician warned her she might be at risk of an electrical fire. She reached Egnacio, who immediately calmed her, walked her through safety steps over the phone, and showed up early the next morning to fix the problem. An electrical overload from her exercise machines had caused the issue and the home warranty wouldn’t cover it; Coast Electric traced and resolved the fault quickly with neat, professional work and — crucially — without tearing open drywall like the other electrician had insisted would be necessary. That move alone saved her a lot of money. After the repair, Coast Electric returned to install new kitchen lighting: bright fluorescent fixtures with a remote that changes color, which transformed the condo they’d just bought from a fixer-upper into a warm, glowing space. They followed up by text and phone, accepted multiple payment methods, and handled everything with kindness and straightforward pricing. What sticks most is the combination of an immediate, practical response in a potentially dangerous situation and the small, visible upgrade—the remote-controlled lights—that made the
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Jagger G. had wiring problems at one of his rental properties and, after comparing several contractors, picked Coast Electric to handle the job. He discovered the crew took time to walk him through exactly what was wrong with the wiring and clearly separated the repairs that were required from work that wasn’t necessary, which kept the scope focused and avoided extra expense. The crew maintained a professional approach from start to finish, and Juan — with more than 30 years of experience — stepped in to troubleshoot and guide the project. Because of the straightforward explanations and the seasoned oversight, he plans to call them for future projects; the standout detail was Juan’s expertise and the company’s willingness to tell him what he didn’t need to do.
Ping chose Coast Electric Co. for a residential electrical-panel upgrade and discovered a team that ran the job smoothly—from owner Ignacio Muñoz through sales consultant Mike V. to Jonathan and his crew. They appreciated how each person carried out their responsibilities with clear professionalism and how the crew’s courtesy kept them at ease until the project finished. The contractors worked efficiently and reliably, completing the upgrade without needless delays. What stuck with Ping was the combination of hands-on, dependable service across the whole team and the company’s strength as a competitive option when bidding—details that made the choice feel both practical and reassuring.
Ray Lin hired the company for a straightforward doorbell wire repair and ended up frustrated by confusing and costly billing. He expected the Thumbtack listing’s $0 service call but discovered technicians charged $45 when they arrived. They promised to check the attic as part of the visit but skipped that inspection after taking the fee. A simple fix quickly turned into a $550 quote handed over with no hourly rate, no materials or labor breakdown, and no explanation for how the number was reached. Ray felt the crew overestimated work and overcharged at every turn, delivering promises without follow-through before any job began. He walked away unsettled—out $45 for a service that never happened and facing an unexplained $550 price tag.