Electrician in Van Nuys

If you’re looking for a licensed electrician in Van Nuys who shows up, explains the work clearly, and completes the job to code, RG Electric is here to help. We provide electrical repairs, panel upgrades, safety replacements, and new installations for homeowners, property managers, and select commercial properties throughout Van Nuys and the central San Fernando Valley.

Van Nuys has a wide mix of property types, from older single family homes and mid century neighborhoods to multi-unit buildings, small commercial spaces, and light industrial sites. That variety means electrical systems range from modern and updated to aging and overloaded. If you’re dealing with flickering lights, breakers that trip, outlets that run warm, partial power loss, or an insurance driven panel replacement, you want an electrical contractor who follows code to the teeth and does not cut corners.

RG Electric is licensed, bonded, and insured. We’re familiar with permits and inspections across Los Angeles, and we focus on solutions that improve safety, reliability, and long term performance.

Common Electrical Issues in Van Nuys

Many calls we receive in Van Nuys start with a “small” issue that’s frustrating day to day, then we discover the real cause is capacity, aging components, or a safety issue that needs to be addressed correctly. Common problems in the area include frequent breaker trips, lights that flicker when appliances run, dead outlets, GFCIs that won’t reset, and circuits that lose power in one room while the rest of the home is fine.

In older properties, we also see outdated electrical panels, missing or improper grounding, worn receptacles, and wiring that has been modified over time. In multi-unit buildings, issues can include overloaded subpanels, mislabeled circuits, and tenant complaints that require fast troubleshooting without disrupting other units.

When something feels “off” electrically, it’s best to address it early. Electrical problems rarely fix themselves, and ignoring warning signs can increase the risk of equipment damage, outages, or fire hazards. Always consult a licensed electrician like RG Electric before working on electrical systems.

Electrical Panel Upgrades in Van Nuys

Panel upgrades are one of the most important electrical improvements for Van Nuys homes and multi-unit buildings, especially when you’re adding new loads like HVAC, kitchen remodel circuits, or EV charging. Even if an older panel “still works,” it may not meet current safety expectations, and in many cases insurance companies are now forcing replacements of certain older equipment.

RG Electric provides professional electrical panel services, including main panel replacements, subpanel upgrades, breaker replacements when appropriate, and capacity planning for future needs. We’re experienced with older, higher risk panel types commonly found across Los Angeles, and we can help you understand what’s in your home or building, what the risks are, and what a code compliant replacement looks like.

If your panel shows signs like burning smells, scorching, corrosion, buzzing or crackling sounds, breakers that will not reset, or heat at the cover, treat it as urgent. The right move is a professional evaluation, not a temporary workaround.

Electrical Repairs for Homes and Businesses

When outlets stop working, lights flicker, or a circuit keeps tripping, you need a repair that addresses the cause, not just the symptom. RG Electric provides reliable electrical repair services in Van Nuys for both residential and commercial customers.

Repairs may involve troubleshooting a short, correcting loose connections, replacing damaged wiring, updating breakers, repairing or replacing a failed GFCI, or correcting an unsafe installation done by an unlicensed worker. We explain what we find in plain language, then provide a clear path to fix it properly.

Important note on fixtures and devices: in many cases, components like light fixtures and ceiling fans are replaced rather than “repaired” internally. If you’re unsure what’s possible for your situation, we’ll help you choose the safest, code compliant option.

Electrical Replacements and Safety Upgrades

Safety upgrades are some of the highest value improvements you can make, because they reduce risk and bring the property closer to modern code expectations. In Van Nuys, this often means updating outlets and switches that are worn out, loose, or improperly installed, and ensuring required protection is in place where it matters most.

GFCI protection, which stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, is required in locations such as kitchens, bathrooms, garages, laundry areas, and outdoor outlets, anywhere electricity and moisture can mix. If a home has older, non protected outlets near water, upgrading them is a straightforward way to improve safety and reduce shock risk. We also install tamper resistant receptacles when appropriate, a modern safety feature that helps protect children in the home.

For more on common outlet and switch issues, see our electrical switches and outlets service page.

Electrical Installations in Van Nuys

Whether you’re improving your home, upgrading a rental unit between tenants, or adding equipment to a business, RG Electric handles electrical installations with a focus on code compliance and long term reliability. Installations can include new dedicated circuits, lighting upgrades, surge protection, and EV charger readiness planning.

We install EV charging circuits and equipment for homeowners and property managers. EV chargers often require a dedicated circuit, and the right approach depends on panel capacity, load planning, and the location of the charging equipment. Learn more about our EV charger installation services.

We also install surge protection to help reduce the risk of damage to sensitive electronics. For whole home solutions, visit our whole house surge protector page.

Commercial and Multi-Unit Electrical Services

RG Electric has strong experience with multi-unit buildings and commercial electrical work across Los Angeles. In Van Nuys, we support property managers, building owners, and businesses that need responsive service, clean documentation, and inspection ready work.

Our commercial electrical services include panel and subpanel upgrades, lighting improvements, code corrections, dedicated circuits for equipment, and troubleshooting that minimizes disruption. If your project requires permits, inspections, or a certificate of insurance, we understand the process and communicate clearly so you can keep the building running.

Electrical Services for Property Managers and HOAs

If you manage apartments or multi-unit properties in Van Nuys, electrical work is rarely just “a repair.” It’s tenant safety, liability reduction, inspection readiness, and often insurance compliance. Many managers reach out when an insurer flags an outdated panel, when tenants report repeated outages, or when a unit turns over and safety upgrades are needed before move in.

RG Electric is built for that reality. We communicate quickly, provide clear estimates, and complete work to current standards. If an inspector identifies an additional issue during a project, we help you understand what it means, what the options are, and how to keep the job moving without surprises.

Emergency Electrical Services

Electrical emergencies can be stressful and potentially dangerous. If you have a sudden outage, burning smell, sparking outlet, or repeated breaker trips that won’t stop, it’s time to get professional help. RG Electric provides emergency electrical repairs for urgent electrical issues in Van Nuys and nearby areas, based on availability.

If you suspect an immediate hazard, turn off power to the affected area if it is safe to do so and contact a licensed electrician right away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you provide free estimates in Van Nuys?
We provide free estimates for new installation and upgrade projects. If you need troubleshooting for an active problem, that is typically handled as a service call with a diagnostic fee.

Can you help with permits and inspections?
Yes. For work that requires permitting, such as many panel upgrades and service changes, we can handle the permit process and coordinate inspection steps as needed.

Why is my breaker tripping so often?
Frequent trips can be caused by overloads, shorts, failing breakers, or wiring issues. The right fix depends on proper diagnosis, not guesswork, and we can identify the cause and recommend a code compliant solution.

Why Choose RG Electric in Van Nuys

Van Nuys customers choose RG Electric because we keep the process straightforward. You get clear communication, professional workmanship, and electrical work completed to code. We are licensed, bonded, and insured, we stand behind our work, and we do not cut corners.

Whether you need a panel upgrade, an electrical repair, a safety replacement, or installation work for your home or building, we’ll explain what’s needed and help you make a safe, cost effective decision.

Schedule Electrical Service in Van Nuys

To request service or an estimate, contact RG Electric today. If you’d like to confirm coverage for nearby neighborhoods, you can also view our service areas.