“Jacob was great. On time, communicated with me about the problems and how he would go about repairing them. Very efficient and professional. Great to work with from the first phone call to make an appointment all the way through to getting the work done.”Read full review

Coachella Valley Electrical Experts
Electrical work.
Without the runaround.
Licensed Palm Desert electrician serving homes across the Coachella Valley for repairs, upgrades, EV charging, lighting, and planned projects—with clear scope, straightforward communication, and a thorough final safety check.
“Jacob was great. On time, communicated with me about the problems and how he would go about repairing them. Very efficient and professional. Great to work with from the first phone call to make an appointment all the way through to getting the work done.”Ada Blumstein · · Read full review
Customer feedback
What local customers say.
“JACK is so knowledgeable and friendly, I would use this company whenever I need this help.”Read full review
“This company is always polite,professional and efficient with reasonable rates no matter which electrician arrives at the door. I give them my highest recommendation.Craig B”Read full review
Smoke, sparks, active arcing, or a burning odor?
If any of these conditions is active or there is immediate danger: move to safety and call 911.For a non-emergency electrical concern, call SoCal’s office.
Quick local-service answers
Electrical service answers, upfront.
See where we work, what you can request, and how pricing is handled before you begin.
- Do you serve Palm Desert and the Coachella Valley?
- Yes. SoCal Electrical & Lighting serves Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, La Quinta, Indian Wells, Cathedral City, Indio, Coachella, Bermuda Dunes, and Desert Hot Springs.
- What residential electrical work can I request?
- Troubleshooting and repairs, panels and dedicated circuits, EV charging, indoor and outdoor lighting, surge protection, remodel wiring, and other planned residential work.
- How will I know the pricing path?
- The relevant service page shows whether the next step is a diagnostic charge, a published price range, or a free on-site estimate before you submit a request.
- What if I am not sure which service to choose?
- Use the guided service request and choose the unsure option. Describe what you are seeing, and the request will direct you to the appropriate next step.
Residential electrical expertise
Service for repairs, upgrades, and planned projects.
Explore common residential services or begin with the condition you need resolved. We’ll identify the appropriate next step.

Electrical troubleshooting and repairs
When something flickers, trips, buzzes, or simply doesn’t work, start with a clear diagnostic path.
First-hour diagnostic$155Find the cause →02
Residential lighting
Lighting troubleshooting, defined installation paths, and free on-site estimates when the planned scope needs review.
3 service optionsFrom $200Explore lighting service →03
Panels & power
Panel replacements, capacity upgrades, dedicated circuits, surge protection, and safer distribution.
4 service optionsFrom $1,300Explore power upgrades →04
EV charging
Right-sized home charging with a compatibility check for your vehicle, panel, and daily routine.
3 service optionsFrom $1,400Plan home charging →05
Landscape & outdoor lighting
Plan safer paths, visible entries, architectural accents, transformers, controls, and fixture aiming as one coordinated exterior system.
Plan outdoor lighting →Simple online scheduling
Choose the work. Review the price. Pick a time.
Each service page keeps the important information visible and places supporting details in dropdowns. Start with the service you need—or use the guided option if you are unsure.
Start a service request- 1Choose the closest service
Focused questions identify the work without asking for unnecessary details.
- 2Review the pricing path
See the diagnostic charge, published range, or free-estimate option that applies.
- 3Schedule the visit
Confirm the property ZIP code, choose a time, and provide your contact information once.

Local knowledge is part of the work
Experience with Coachella Valley homes.
Desert heat, dust, older service equipment, seasonal occupancy, pools, landscape lighting, remodels, and EV charging all influence electrical planning. We account for those conditions when evaluating scope and equipment.

For businesses and communities
Commercial expertise for businesses and managed properties.
HOA electrical service, lighting maintenance, energy management, audits, and renovations with defined scope and accountable closeout.
Explore commercial services →