JE Electric Inc
Craftsman home in Pasadena, CA

Electrician in Pasadena, CA

Panel upgrades, rewiring, and new construction electrical for Pasadena's historic homes and new builds.

Working in Pasadena

Pasadena has one of the largest concentrations of early-20th-century Craftsman bungalows in Southern California, many built in the 1900s-1920s in and around neighborhoods like Bungalow Heaven. That vintage housing stock is the main reason panel upgrades and rewiring make up so much of our Pasadena work — original wiring from that era wasn't built for central air, modern kitchens, or an EV charger, and often needs a full panel replacement rather than a patch fix. Pasadena also runs its own Building & Safety Division separate from the City of Los Angeles, so permitting follows a different process than jobs inside LA city limits.

Services Requested Most in Pasadena

Panel Upgrade

Common in Craftsman-era homes with original panels.

New Construction Electrical Installation

For remodels and new builds in established neighborhoods.

Electrical Repair

Troubleshooting aging circuits in historic housing.

Local Considerations

Permits in Pasadena go through the city's own Building & Safety Division, not LADBS — we account for that when scheduling inspections. For properties near the San Gabriel foothills, outdoor electrical work also has to account for the area's brush-fire exposure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you handle permits with the City of Pasadena, or only LADBS?

Pasadena has its own Building & Safety Division separate from the City of Los Angeles — we pull permits through the correct department depending on where the job is.

Are Pasadena's historic Craftsman homes a common job for you?

Yes — many of Pasadena's early-1900s to 1920s Craftsman bungalows still have original or early-updated wiring that needs a full panel upgrade or partial rewire to safely support modern loads.

Do you wire new construction or ADUs in Pasadena?

Yes, including rough-in and finish work coordinated with your GC or architect.

Do North Pasadena's foothill-adjacent properties need anything different?

Properties near the San Gabriel foothills sometimes have additional considerations for outdoor electrical work given the fire-prone brush terrain — worth mentioning when you call about outdoor circuits or lighting.

Need an electrician in Pasadena?

Call (323) 697-1454 or request a free estimate.