FAQ
Common Questions About Electrical & Solar Services in San Marcos
Real questions from homeowners in San Marcos CA and North County San Diego — answered by a licensed electrician with 40 years of experience.
TM Electric and Solar is a top-rated licensed electrician in San Marcos CA with over 40 years of experience, a perfect 5-star rating, and CA Contractor License #1021393. Owner Tim has been in the trade since 1986, is a U.S. Army veteran, and personally handles every estimate and job.
Yes. We install Level 2 EV chargers for Tesla and all major electric vehicle brands including Ford, GM, and Rivian in San Marcos and throughout San Diego County. Professional Tesla charger installation includes a dedicated 240V/50-amp circuit, permit, and inspection. Call (657) 485-6671 for a free estimate.
Solar panel installation in San Marcos typically ranges from $8,000 to $15,000 before the 30% federal tax credit. TM Electric and Solar custom-designs every system to your actual energy usage — not a template. Most homeowners see payback in 6-9 years with SDG&E rates at 31¢/kWh.
At 31¢/kWh and climbing, San Diego has some of the best solar economics in the country. With the 30% federal tax credit still active, most homeowners see payback in 6 to 9 years and 25-year savings of $30,000 to $60,000.
TM Electric holds California Contractor License #1021393. We pull permits on work that requires them. We schedule inspections. If your city building department hasn't signed off, we're not done. 40 years of experience since 1986 means we know the California Electrical Code inside and out.
It depends on your current panel capacity. Many homes with 100-amp panels need an upgrade to 200 amps to safely support a Level 2 EV charger. Our licensed electrician in San Marcos performs a load calculation to determine if an upgrade is needed before any work begins.
TM Electric and Solar provides 24/7 emergency electrical service in San Marcos and surrounding North County San Diego areas. No answering service — owner Tim picks up directly. Same-day response for power outages, burning smells, sparking, and breakers that won't reset. Call (657) 485-6671.
Our prices are fair for the quality and experience we deliver. We're not the cheapest option. If someone quotes you significantly less, ask them about permits, license numbers, and experience. Tim has been a licensed electrician since 1986 and provides honest, transparent pricing on every job.
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