A homeowner in Land Park called us last spring because the lights in her hallway dimmed every time the microwave ran. She figured it was a quirk of an old house, the kind of thing you learn to live with.

Not always. About 80% of Sacramento homes with 200-amp service can add a Level 2 EV charger without a panel upgrade, though roughly 20% need one. A licensed electrician confirms it with a load calculation. If your panel is full

Quick Answer: For most Sacramento homes, the Tesla Powerwall 3 is the better fit if you want whole-home backup from a single unit and the lowest cost per kWh installed. The Enphase IQ Battery 5P is the better fit if you

Quick Answer: Most Sacramento homes built before 1990 need a 200-amp panel upgrade before solar can be installed. SMUD requires a compatible 200-amp service for most grid-tied systems. The upgrade typically costs $2,500 to $4,500 in Sacramento, takes one day,

Quick Answer: An electrical panel upgrade in Sacramento typically costs $1,800-$3,500 to go from 100 to 200 amps, or $3,500-$6,500+ for 400-amp service. Permits through the City of Sacramento run $150-$625 depending on scope. SMUD’s Go Electric Bonus Package offers up

If you’re planning to add recessed lighting to your home, the first question is simple: how much will it cost? In Sacramento, recessed lighting installation typically costs $150 to $400 per light, depending on the fixture type, ceiling access, and