61/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 302 Carey Ave, Freedom, CA 95019
Best Electricians in Watsonville, CA (2026)
139 electricians ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Watsonville: Lightland Electric, CR Score 61/100; 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 139.
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Most-reviewed: Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical, 1,428 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 139 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
139 Watsonville electricians are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 33 are open 24/7, 68 open Saturdays and 44 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 139 rated businesses.
Top 10 electricians in Watsonville at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lightland Electric | 61 | 4.9★ (30) | Aptos, 2 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical | 61 | 4.8★ (1,428) | Soquel, 13 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | Sunrise Electrical Contracting | 61 | 5.0★ (118) | Capitola, 15 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Alpha Omega Electric | 61 | 4.9★ (120) | Santa Cruz, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Alpha Omega Electric | 61 | 4.9★ (213) | Scotts Valley, 18 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Watson's Charging Stations & Electric | 60 | 5.0★ (331) | Gilroy, 12 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Safety First Electric | 60 | 4.9★ (131) | Morgan Hill, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Fuse Service | 59 | 4.9★ (252) | San Jose, 23 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Fisher Electric | 59 | 4.8★ (134) | Scotts Valley, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Pride Electric | 59 | 5.0★ (21) | Carmichael, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 139 best electricians in Watsonville, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Soquel, 13 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 1,428 Google reviews, the most in Watsonville.
- 4.8★ from 1,428 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2652 Research Park Dr, Soquel, CA 95073
Based in Capitola, 15 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 118 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 118 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Santa Cruz, 13 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 120 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 4.9★ from 120 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2257 Juan Pablo Ln, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Based in Scotts Valley, 18 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 213 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 4.9★ from 213 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 206 Mt Hermon Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Based in Gilroy, 12 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 331 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 331 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 7500 Monterey Rd, Gilroy, CA 95020
Based in Morgan Hill, 17 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 131 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 4.9★ from 131 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 17655 Laurel Rd, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
#8 Fuse Service
Based in San Jose, 23 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 252 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 4.9★ from 252 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1106 Kelez Dr, San Jose, CA 95120
Based in Scotts Valley, 17 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 134 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 4.8★ from 134 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 35 Buttermilk Ln, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
#10 Pride Electric
Based in Carmichael, 9 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Santa Cruz, 13 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6996 Soquel Ave c, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
#12 Arch Electric
Based in Prunedale, 3 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–6 PM
Based in Watsonville
58/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 26 Hangar Way UNIT F, Watsonville, CA 95076
Based in Santa Cruz, 14 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 769 7th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Based in Monterey, 23 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrical installation service”.
- 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 82 Vía Paraiso, Monterey, CA 93940
#16 Fisher Electric
Based in Aptos, 9 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 416 Trout Gulch Rd, Aptos, CA 95003
#17 Cornejo Electric
Based in Gilroy, 12 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
Based in Prunedale, 20 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Marina, 16 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 191 Paddon Pl # 10, Marina, CA 93933
Based in Scotts Valley, 20 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 176 San Lorenzo Ave, Felton, CA 95018
Based in Prunedale, 13 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
#22 Empire Electric
Based in Prunedale, 3 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in San Jose, 24 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5691 Park Crest Dr, San Jose, CA 95118
#24 KM Electric
Based in Scotts Valley, 17 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 5042 Scotts Valley Dr unit f, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Based in Watsonville
55/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 68 Atkinson Ln #2143, Watsonville, CA 95076
Electricians ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 139 ranked electricians here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Watsonville
20 more electricians within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Electric | 5.0★ (1) | In Watsonville |
| Avila Electric | In Watsonville | |
| Bay Light Electric | 5.0★ (25) | 11 mi |
| Burkhardt Construction | 3.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Coastwide Electric | 5.0★ (4) | 16 mi |
| Connected Electric | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Current Electric | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Evan Electric | In Watsonville | |
| Green Lantern Electric | 5.0★ (2) | In Watsonville |
| Green Lantern Electric | In Watsonville | |
| Hyperion Electric | 4.0★ (8) | 17 mi |
| JJC Electric | 4.3★ (6) | 17 mi |
| Kathy's Lift Truck Services | 5.0★ (2) | In Watsonville |
| Link's Electrical Services Inc | 3.5★ (2) | 13 mi |
| M Bruno Electric Inc | 5.0★ (3) | 21 mi |
| Mc Vay Electric | 4.8★ (4) | 20 mi |
| Nine2 Maintenance: Electric and Janitorial | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Nunes Electrical Services | 4.0★ (4) | 18 mi |
| Pryce Electric | 1.0★ (1) | In Watsonville |
| Tower's Electric | 5.0★ (43) | 7 mi |
How much do electricians cost in Watsonville?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Watsonville. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical panel upgrade | $518 | $1,347 | $2,193 | Per panel, installed; typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How to check an electrician's license in California
In California, Contractors State License Board (CSLB) licenses C-10 Electrical contractor license (electricians themselves are certified by the Department of Industrial Relations).
Jobs of $1,000 or more in labor and materials (from January 1, 2025).
- Search the business name or license number on the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) license lookup.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
- Ask for proof of insurance before work starts.
No chip usually means we have not matched a state record yet. Check the lookup yourself before you hire.
Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses
How we ranked Watsonville electricians
We scored 139 Watsonville electricians on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Watsonville data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Electricians in Watsonville: frequently asked questions
Who is the best electrician in Watsonville?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked electrician in Watsonville, CA is Lightland Electric with a CR Score of 61/100. It has 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical (#2) and Sunrise Electrical Contracting (#3) follow. We ranked 139 electricians on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many electricians are there in Watsonville?
ContractorsRanked ranks 139 electricians serving Watsonville, CA. 2 of them are based in Watsonville; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which electricians in Watsonville are open 24/7?
33 ranked electricians in Watsonville post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Lightland Electric (#1), Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical (#2) and Sunrise Electrical Contracting (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which electricians in Watsonville work on weekends?
68 of 139 ranked electricians post Saturday hours and 44 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lightland Electric (#1), Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical (#2) and Sunrise Electrical Contracting (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check an electrician's license in California?
In California, Contractors State License Board (CSLB) handles licensing and covers C-10 Electrical contractor license (electricians themselves are certified by the Department of Industrial Relations). Search the business or license number at https://www.cslb.ca.gov/OnlineServices/CheckLicenseII/CheckLicense.aspx. Jobs of $1,000 or more in labor and materials (from January 1, 2025).
How much does electrical panel upgrade cost in Watsonville?
Electrical panel upgrade typically costs $518 to $2,193, with $1,347 typical (Per panel, installed; typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Watsonville. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Watsonville electricians have?
The median Google rating among 139 rated electricians in Watsonville is 5.0★, with a median of 11 reviews. Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical has the most, 1,428 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank electricians?
Each electrician gets a 0–100 CR Score from ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Update log for Watsonville
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 139 electricians serving Watsonville.
- October 2026: 4 duplicate listings merged.
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