Sacramento-area electrician · Licensed since 2003
Honest answers. Expert electrical work.
When you call WiseCo, you talk to Byron, the licensed electrician who will actually do the job. He’ll tell you what your home needs, what it doesn’t, and the full price before any work starts.
- You speak directly with the owner
- Firm quotes by the job, not the hour
- Code-compliant work, with permits
- 1-year parts and labor guarantee
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What’s going on at your house?
Pick the closest match. We’ll point you to the right answer, or you can text Byron a photo and ask.
What we do most
Specialists in the work that keeps your home safe and ready for what’s next
WiseCo handles most residential electrical work, with deep experience in panels, EV charging and the problems other people haven’t been able to solve.
Panel upgrades & replacements
100 to 200 amp service panels installed with permits and no shortcuts. Hundreds completed across the Sacramento area.
From $4,400EV charger installation
Level 2 chargers on a dedicated circuit, with a panel check first. Tesla Certified Installer for Wall Connectors.
From $1,400Troubleshooting & repairs
Dead outlets, flickering lights, partial power and breakers that keep tripping. Other electricians call Byron for advice.
From $250New circuits
Before you pay for a panel upgrade, find out whether a new circuit will do. Byron will check your panel and tell you straight.
From $475Load calculations
Know whether your service can carry a heat pump, water heater or EV before you buy. Also offered to HVAC and plumbing contractors.
From $295Subpanels
Extra breaker space for a garage, shop, ADU or addition, sized correctly and fed from your main panel.
Quoted by the jobCode violation repairs
Corrections flagged by an inspector, a home sale or a previous installer, fixed and documented to current code.
Quoted by the jobSomething else?
Fixtures, remodel wiring, gas-to-electric conversions and more. See the full list, or call to ask.
All services
Starting prices apply to straightforward installations and come from our pricing page. Your quote is confirmed before work starts.
Insurance-flagged panels
Did your insurer flag your electrical panel?
California insurers are requiring homeowners to replace panels with a history of safety problems before they will write or renew a policy. It usually comes up at application or renewal, often with a deadline attached.
WiseCo replaces these panels with new equipment, pulls the permits and gets the work inspected and approved, which is exactly what insurers ask for. Not sure if your panel is on the list? Byron can inspect it ahead of time.
Panel brands insurers flag
- Zinsco
- Federal Pacific (FPE)
- Challenger
- Pushmatic
- Bulldog
Also commonly flagged
- Fuse boxes installed before 1990
- Panels more than 40 years old
Not sure what you have? Text a photo of the panel label.
A WiseCo panel replacement, before and after.
Byron Wise
Owner · Licensed electrician · CSLB #820270
Who you’ll work with
Your first call goes to Byron. So does your job.
Byron Wise started doing electrical work at 16, beside his father, an electrical contractor in Arizona, during summers and part-time through college. He went on to teach high school math and later worked as a web developer, always doing electrical work on the side.
After moving to Sacramento in 2000, he got his California contractor’s license in 2003 and started WiseCo. That’s about 40 years of hands-on experience, and more than 20 years running his own shop.
There’s no sales team and no hand-off. Byron answers the phone, looks at your photos, gives you the price and does the work himself. Customers often say that’s what earned their trust.
- Licensed in California
- 2003
- Licensed in California
- Years hands-on experience
- ~40
- Years hands-on experience
- Parts and labor guarantee
- 1 yr
- Parts and labor guarantee
How it works
No surprises, from the first call to the final inspection
- 01
Call or text photos
Describe the problem or send photos of your panel and the work area. Often that’s enough for a price.
- 02
Get a firm quote
You’ll hear your options, including cheaper ones, and the full price by the job before anything starts.
- 03
Done right, with permits
Byron pulls the permits, does the work to current code and coordinates with SMUD or PG&E when needed.
- 04
Tested and guaranteed
Everything is tested and explained. Parts and labor are guaranteed for a full year.
Upfront pricing
Starting prices, published
Service pricing varies a lot between electricians, so we publish where common jobs start. Estimates are free and quotes are firm.
| Service | Starting at |
|---|---|
| Electrical panel upgrade (200A)Straightforward replacement, standard equipment and permits included | $4,400 |
| EV charger installationLevel 2 charger with a new dedicated circuit | $1,400 |
| New electrical circuitAssumes panel capacity and an accessible wiring route | $475 |
| Load calculationFor homeowners and contractors planning new equipment | $295 |
| Electrical troubleshootingDiagnostic work typically done in under 1 hour | $250 |
Pay over time with Wisetack
Financing for qualifying customers, so a panel or EV project can be split into monthly payments. Ask when you call.
See how financing works
SMUD rebates, handled
WiseCo is in the SMUD Contractor Network and can help you identify and apply for rebates that fit your project.
1-year parts & labor guarantee
If something we installed isn’t right, Byron comes back and makes it right.
Reviews
What homeowners say
Real reviews from WiseCo customers, loaded live from WiseCo’s Google profile.
Equipment and brands Byron installs
Brand names are trademarks of their owners and are listed to show the equipment we install, not an endorsement.
Service area
Serving four counties across the greater Sacramento area
WiseCo works across the greater Sacramento County area and all points in between, plus nearby communities in Placer, El Dorado and Amador counties. See the service area map.
Sacramento County
Rancho Cordova, Orangevale, Rancho Murieta, Sloughhouse, Wilton
Placer County
El Dorado County
Questions
Straight answers before you call
Still wondering about something? Text Byron. You’ll get a real answer from the person doing the work.
Text a questionWill I talk to the electrician who does the work?
Yes. Byron Wise owns WiseCo and does every job himself, occasionally with one long-time helper. He answers most calls directly; if he’s on a job, leave a voicemail or send a text and he’ll get back to you.
Can you give me a price from photos?
Often, yes. Photos of your electrical panel, the work area and the path between them may be enough for a quote or a reliable price range. Text them to (916) 752-4303 with a short description.
Do you charge by the hour?
No. WiseCo quotes by the job, so you know the complete price before work begins. If something unexpected turns up, Byron stops, explains it and gets your approval before doing any additional work.
My insurance company says I need a new panel. Which panels are affected?
Insurers commonly flag Zinsco, Federal Pacific, Challenger, Pushmatic and Bulldog panels, fuse boxes installed before 1990, and panels more than 40 years old. WiseCo replaces them with permits secured and the work inspected and approved. Requirements vary by insurer, so check your notice, and Byron can inspect your panel ahead of time if you’re unsure.
Do you offer financing or help with SMUD rebates?
Yes. Financing is available through Wisetack for qualifying customers. WiseCo is a member of the SMUD Contractor Network and can help you find and apply for rebates that fit your project.
What are your hours? Do you take urgent calls?
Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, with Saturdays by appointment. WiseCo doesn’t run an after-hours emergency service, but will generally take same-day urgent work when the schedule allows.
Is your work guaranteed?
Yes. WiseCo guarantees parts and labor for one year.
Free, no-obligation quotes
Tell Byron what’s going on. Get a straight answer.
Call, text a photo or send a short note. You’ll hear back from the electrician, not a call center.
Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm · Saturdays by appointment