Great place to study!…read more There are 3 floors but I get my steps in by walking up to the 3rd floor to sit down at one of the tables to get work done. I like this area because it is actually quiet and there are outlets right on the table. The wi fi is easy to access and is not slow. There are available study rooms to reserve. I would not suggest reserving one if you are looking for a quiet space (in case it does get loud in the main area) because the walls are thin and you can hear others speaking in the rooms next to you. I'd say that it is good to reserve for a group study session or if you need a whiteboard with the necessary dry erase markers. The location is really good because it's within walking distance to coffee shops and restaurants in case you need to grab a coffee before starting to study or need to take a break and get something to eat. There is plenty of parking in the parking garage!

Such a beautiful library! I can't believe that this is my own hometown and I had only gotten to…read morecheck out the library recently. After spending some time in downtown, my friend and I wanted to stop by the library to check out the new Zocalo pocket cafe (we're big fans of the San Leandro location). Unfortunately we got there when it was closed, but that gave us a reason to explore the library itself! It's so spacious with 3 levels of books, work rooms, and more. Libraries truly are such a wonderful resources. Along with the books to borrow, Hayward library also has a bookshop, a makers studio, a teen center, a community resource center, a seed library, a library of things, and much much more. There's so many places to sit - whether you're wanting to work with a large group or just need a computer space for yourself. The staff here was super helpful when we asked for directions on where to find things and when we asked about how the makers studio worked. Did you know you can reserve time in their makers studio to use machines like a sewing machine, a cricut, a large document printer, and even a laser cutter? Now you know. Anyways, now I know all the great resources here and I'm excited to come by whenever I want to work from somewhere else for a bit. Big plus that the parking garage is so spacious so you'll never have to struggle with parking while visiting.

It's great that there is a Kohl's location in this part of the East Bay - convenient for any Amazon…read morereturns (in the back right corner on the 1st floor), regular shopping needs, or gag gifts. The store is generally clean and organized with the customer service being decent. It's one of the few locations still servicing the Bay. Pricing is reasonable plus they have on-going sales and coupons that can help you save on your purchases. There is a huge parking lot with curbside pickup, EV charging, and disabled spaces.

Kohls reminds me of a Mervyns that hadn't quite found it's purpose. I loved going to that store…read morebecause it was cheaper, but they had clear sections and I could find what I wanted. This one was at the edge of a mall and I came in here and found some sweaters for back to school. I eventually returned them because I found something better elsewhere. But, they are not too far from my job so this is an alternative to going all of the way to Alameda. It's fine, cute, kind of newish looking, and they had what I needed. It took way to long to find a dressing room and they only had one. Not the best, but it worked. I'd never try pants on there because I wouldn't want my sock to touch the floor. The biggest surprise was seeing all of the pallets that were stacked up against what used to be the entrance to the mall. I imagine that is to detour those who are so committed to breaking into something that they would need such a barrier. I'm tall so I got a kick at looking over the top and getting a glimpse into what used to be a great mall back in the day. One I didn't go to because... The people working there are quite helpful when you can find them. But all in all, it was fine!

Slow Tesla Supercharger only 71kW. It takes 37 minutes to charging from 35% to 80%. But the Tesla…read moreSupercharger is located in Target parking lot next to Five Guy burgers and kids playground across the street. These Tesla Supercharger stalls seem old.

Finally, Hayward Tesla Urban Superchargers! Conveniently located on Hesperian Blvd, Golf Course…read moreRoad. Across from Kennedy Park (under Renovations) There's 14 stalls that are located in the Skywest shopping center next to Five Guys and Target. Other amenities: Starbucks, Jamba Juice, Island Pacific Grocery, Pizza Hut, Ono BBQ, Shell Shock boiling crab style, T-Mobile, Cheese Steak Stop, Game stop, Airport Appliance and other stores to get a quick bite or shop while you charge.

Needed to install a charger for a new EV, and was told by two electricians that I required more…read morerobust service, that is, a new panel, that would cost anywhere from $6 to $8 thousand, which took some of the joy of not paying $5.50 a gallon. EV Charger Expert proposed installing a smart plug that would monitor demand, and should demand overtax the existing service, throttle back demand from the car charger. That cost $1550 plus a $600 smart plug. The work was done quickly and it worked for Night One. I'm happy.

Worked with "EVCharger Expert" to install a 240V outlet for an EV charger in my garage and a…read morededicated 20A outlet for an over-the-range microwave. Overall, the job was completed successfully, passed inspection, and avoided a costly panel upgrade. But there were also a few areas where the process could have been handled more proactively. What I appreciated: * Technical expertise & cost savings: My service panel is limited (90A), and other contractors immediately suggested an expensive underground service upgrade. Kirill performed load calculation and recommended using an Emporia Pro charger with dynamic load management. That solution allowed me to safely add both the EV charging outlet and the microwave circuit without upgrading the service panel. * Permits & documentation: They provided the required licensing, insurance documentation and handled the city permitting and inspection process. The final inspection passed without issue. * Responsiveness: Communication was generally clear via email regarding quotes, scheduling, and permit updates. Where I believe the process could improve: We encountered a major obstacle when it was discovered that the crawl space was blocked by a concrete foundation wall, preventing wire routing as originally planned. Initially, there wasn't a clear alternative proposed. I ended up suggesting routing the wiring through the ceiling instead. While the team evaluated and successfully implemented that solution, I would have preferred if alternative routing strategies had been proactively identified earlier in the process. I also want to acknowledge Erin's craftsmanship. When we ultimately routed the wiring through the ceiling, he carefully navigated around existing plumbing lines and made precise cuts to minimize disruption. The finish work was clean and well executed. In the end, the installation works well, passed inspection, and achieved the primary goal of adding EV charging without a major panel upgrade. I would recommend them for homeowners with limited electrical capacity, especially if dynamic load management is needed.

Eduardo was amazing! Requested a quote through Yelp and he responded with two options that fits for…read moremy house after sending some pictures. Very knowledgeable and answered all the question I had for him during the installation. He does not upsell and lets you know what is recommended for your house. Highly recommended for anyone that is looking to have someone install an EV charger in their home. Thank you Eduardo!

Seriously one of the smoothest and easiest home upgrades I've done--EV Charging Solutions was…read moreamazing. From messaging on Yelp to the actual installation, the whole process was stress-free. Scheduling was flexible, pricing was transparent and reasonable, and I even got a text from Eduardo when he was on his way, which I really appreciated. Eduardo was professional, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. I had a full list of questions ready because there's so much conflicting information online about installing EV chargers, but he answered everything before I even had to ask. He explained different options, broke down the pros and cons, and made sure I understood everything before moving forward. The installation was clean, well done, and was completed faster than the estimated time. Everything works perfectly. If you're considering an EV charger install, I highly recommend EV Charging Solutions--I'd 100% go with them again without hesitation.

Electric vehicle EV charging in downtown Hayward in parking garage at City Hall…read more Been using this charging station for years - since maybe 2017!? Went today to charge up - I can walk home from here a few blocks so its convenient. Noticed some police patrol driving and there hasn't been vandalism in the recent past that I could see. I remember 5 years ago some of the charging screens cracked - but no more. Blink has many private charging stations - this is a public one. Downloading the app is a must. Not sure why but desktop doesn't work well with updating credit card info.

EV fast charging. Lots faster than Blink in downtown Hayward. Near Luckys, canyons bbq and many…read moreother points of interest to help you kill time. Home charging is the best. It's the cheapest and most convenient. You need a 220 for it to really work unless your Granny and only drive 20 miles or so a day. At home with a 120 you only get 3 miles per hour Blink downtown Hayward 28 miles per hour and here many many more times that. It's hard to say exactly as each charger is different and different EVs charge at different rates. Check the app for all the details. Best part of these chargers is that they accept credit card payment so you don't have to go through the app and join if you don't want to.

Randy and team did it again. Came out to install a Tesla Wall Charger, pulled the permit, left our…read moregarage swept CLEANER than it was when his crew got here. The installation was super clean and the crew didn't even need to cut power to the house to install, and done in a few hours. Will definitely be coming to Randy for all things electrical.

Randy and his team were great. They assisted us with the installation of a Tesla home charger a few…read moremonths ago. Randy was very knowledgeable and kind. The crew did a great job, were respectful of our home, and left the area clean upon completion. Their pricing was in the middle range but glad a spent a bit more for the quality! I'm sure we'll be reusing them as we take our home all electric.

EVCHARGE4U installed our original Juicebox charger in 2021. Excellent job. The Juicebox charger…read morefailed earlier this month and Paul was at my house the day after I contacted him to troubleshoot the charger. The Juicebox is no longer supported so I had to buy a new charger (Wallbox). Once I received it, the electrician was at my house the next day to install it. Another excellent job.

We had a 40amp breaker added to our circuit box for our EV charger, including the wiring to the a…read morewall on the opposite side of the house (via crawl space) and the outlet needed on the outside to plug it in. Installation was quick and easy, and the price reasonable. Several years later we had an issue with the breaker itself failing. One of their crew came to our house the morning I reported it and he immediately fixed it. No charge. The absence of issues is not the measure of great service. Stuff happens. It's the response that makes the difference. This one was right on target. Really appreciated!