I reached out to Sattler and described the problem. They provided a very prompt response and estimate. But, rather than charging me to make the emergency house call I was asking for, their expertise and integrity was proven by the fact that they immediately were able to correctly diagnose the issue just based on their experience and my description of the problem, and then they referred me to Alameda Municipal Power, because the problem was with the power meter. The AMP repair was free. Sattler could have charged me to come out, but they were so good at listening and experienced that they diagnosed it just based on their own knowledge and then helped me save money, rather than making an easy cash for what could have been an expensive house call. Really appreciate the honesty and expertise and would hire these folks in the future for sure. read more

BUYER BEWARE: Illegal business practices, bait and switch, and no ethics I hired Sid to install two 240 V electric lines in my garage, one for a water heater and one for an EV hookup. The original estimate was $3,000, final damages were $6,000, with a painful back and forth on time and materials. Original time estimate was 2 days, job took 2 days, but somehow he magically came up with enough costs to double the cost of the job. I didn't want to bother contacting CSLB or going through small claims court over this job, but one key lesson I learned through my research is that: TIME AND MATERIALS JOBS ARE NOT LEGAL in California, see: https://www.cslb.ca.gov/Newsletter/2010-Summer/page9.htm This link didn't come through on Yelp the first time, so google "Time and Material Contract Not Legal for Home Improvement" on the California CSLB site for more info. There, you've been warned. I've learned my lesson, but THIS is the guy that consumer protection laws were made for. Do not engage, do not hire, DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING with this clown. read more

He was nice to work with but way over priced, too bad. I had no idea that contractors are not supposed to do this work on strictly an hourly basis. read more

Sid Sattler is my go-to electrician, reliable and efficient. Recently had a crisis on a weekend which he met and dealt with. Very helpful and accommodating . read more

He vastly overcharged me. His estimates were based on Time and Materials, which is not acceptable for residential, and I have reported him to both the State Contractor's License Board and the District Attorney. Most of the work done was good, but maybe overkill, could have had more elegant and less expensive solutions, and he used the most expensive materials even though he knew I was on a fixed income. read more

Sattler Electric is shockingly prompt and responsive to my requests and needs. I sent a request for service and within hours Sid had responded and we set up an appointment. He was/is timely, professional and genuinely a nice person. I have used him in the past and will continue to work with Sid. I highly suggest Sattler Electrical. Great service and business. read more

We suddenly lost power for a circuit in our house this morning. Our Internet service and several lights/outlets in my home office and adjoining rooms were down as a result. After trying unsuccessfully to resolve the issue on my own, I called Sid, he answered right away, and after asking me about details, he talked me through the solution in about 2 minutes (I had thought that I'd completely turned off the circuit breaker before turning it back on, but I actually hadn't ... my bad!). I've used Sid for electrical issues in the past, and every time, including this one, he's been very responsive, very patient, and very thorough. I highly recommend his service! read more

Sattler was very responsive to my request and send someone out the same day. They gave me a very detailed explanation in person and in the proposal. Because of the extensive nature of the work required and my upcoming renovation, it was decided to wait until I did the renovation. I appreciate the quick response and honest assessment of how to proceed. read more

I called Mr Sattler about an electrical problem I was having. He returned my call in a timely manner even though it was over the Thanksgiving holiday. He was willing to set up an appointment to come to the house to check the situation, but first asked thorough, detailed questions explaining possible reasons for the cause of the problem. He made several suggestions which eventually led to me solving the problem! I will be using Sattler Electrical Service for all future electrical needs! read more

I hired Sid Sattler to install battery-operated smoke/CO detectors in my home and he provided excelllent service, communication, and follow up. I am confident that Sid can handle any electrical project that I need done. read more

Backstory: My office kitchen was overloaded with appliances, multiple coffee machines, espresso machine, coffee grinders, etc., and I thought for sure we would need a new dedicated circuit or panel because the minute someone would run the dishwasher with everything plugged up, the fuse would blow at 9 am... before coffee... Not-so-happy employees. Sid was super responsive with replying and helped diagnose the problem, offered suggestions, and guided me to try out a few things before hiring him. His suggestions worked and I can't be happier he was willing to take the time out to troubleshoot the issue with me. I highly recommend Sattler Electrical Service. They care about what they are doing and it shows through their work and customer service. Thank you, Sattler! read more

This is the electrical service to use! I contacted Mr. Sattler to put in a subpanel. Mr. Sattler gave me a very complete breakdown of the work that he felt needed to be done based on a conversation about how I would be using the subpanel in the future. This breakdown included a description of the subpanel, the code work, and time + materials pricing and labor charges. I knew exactly what I was getting into before he started. The work was finished quickly, and the crew cleaned up the basement after they completed the work. Mr. Sattler could not have been more accommodating of my schedule. We also emailed back and forth quite a bit before the work began, so that I had a clear understanding of what he felt needed to be done and what the various options were. Outstanding! read more

This business owner was very responsive and helped us identify our problem without a service call or charge. Thank you Sid for the support on the tankless water heater issue. Stay well. read more

Sid is the best. I have dealt with other electricians in the past, and none of them has come close to his professionalism, excellent service and good advice. My house feels safe now! read more

Sid was great. He came when he said he would, which is always a plus. He couldn't fix the problem, (busted control box on a hospital bed - not his fault), but he didn't charge full price and it was a same day call. I would call him again if we had another electrical issue. read more

I had a problem with a circuit breaker that seemed to have turned off, leaving us with no hot water in our insinkerator, and we couldn't turn it back on. I emailed Sid Sattler, who had set up our electrical system years ago, and he responded immediately, explaining how the circuit breaker worked and what we should try to do to correct the situation. We followed his advice, and it worked, eliminating the problem without his having to come out. Such prompt and generous attention seems to us professionally admirable. We highly recommend his electrical service. read more

I rarely leave reviews but couldn't resist sharing the wonderful and highly competent work of Sattler Electric. Sid was so helpful that he suggested several remedies to me via text and of-course it worked! I was able to address the electrical problem myself. This was so welcomed since we'd been living with our stove plugged in a room several feet away by using multiple extension cords. Probably an electrical hazard in itself. He also offered to come out and check for additional issues and to find the source but without pressuring me. In this time of pandemic this was a great solution. Go Sid! You clearly are a master electrician who knows his craft. Thanks for helping our family during a crisis time. read more

My small cottage had been owned by an small-time investor who hired cheap and incompetent workers. I knew that the electricity was out of date and sketchy, and I waited till I could afford repairs. I wanted an electrician who specializes in old houses, as Sattler Electrical Services does. l I had no idea how badly the cottage was out of code or how dangerous some of the lapses were. Sid Sattler made a detailed assessment and estimated the work; he also noted that until workers got inside the walls and in the crawl space it was impossible to be sure of the details. He charges on the basis of hours and materials, which made me a bit leery. We agreed on a maximum price, with the proviso that new discoveries could cause the cost to go up. All that happened. The work took three and a half days, more than anticipated. Sid's work crew, headed by a remarkable man named Bernardo, were meticulous in every respect. There were a few miscommunications, mostly caused by me, but everything worked out well. When it was all completed, Sid came for a final review. He and his crew were uniformly pleasant and reliable; they came when expected, laid down protective coverings, and cleaned up thoroughly. Sid did me an extra service by recommending a contractor to install a heat pump, and the two contractors coordinated. With Sattler Electrical Services, you eliminate the annoyances that may come with a larger outfit, and you get direct, personal attention. I should add that Sid was ready to do the job within a few days, and the next contractor in line, also a small outfit, is similarly available. What could have been a drawn-out process is being completed far soon than I'd expected. read more

I sought out several quotes from other electricians for a small, odd job at my place. Sid was consistently responsive, generous with his knowledge, and extremely helpful. He made time to send someone out to complete the job promptly. What others had told me would be tens of thousands of dollars became a $500 job. Will definitely be returning to Sid with other electrical work needs. read more

Sid solved my problem extremely quickly! My EV charger wasn't working and he walked me though some checks and it was actually a pretty easy fix once he located the problem. Would definitely recommend for any one looking for reliable help! read more

Sid spent a lot of time messaging me about a project I am working on. Our conversation was split into two branches in Yelp (not sure how) and I replied to the second branch. When Sid didn't see any replies to the first branch he reached out to make sure I got his message. Sid gave me very specific and good advice and offered to review photos of our sub panel and the project. Turns out I was able to take care of the problem without his having to come out. I would definitely use him with confidence if I had something else I could not take care of. read more

Sid was super helpful over the phone and helped me fixed my issue without any charge or coming out for service.. Would recommend!

We contacted Sattler Electrical about a mysterious chirping that did not seem related to smoke detectors. It was driving us crazy. Sid Sattler responded immediately, and although he did not have availability in his schedule, he kept in touch over a long holiday weekend and beyond with advice on troubleshooting the issue. Although his company could not come out, his hunch proved right. The chirps came from a hidden carbon monoxide detector that we eventually located. The type of follow-through and personal attention that Sid offered is rare, and it is especially rare when coupled with experience and expertise. read more

On initial contact Sid came out to look at our medium sized residential task and made excellent recommendations about how to accomplish it. Communication was clear, both with Sid and his work crew chief. The job was done professionally, punctually, and cleanly. read more

A gas furnace was scheduled to be installed in a week and a half. The furnace foreman came on Friday in preparation for the work. In the process, it was discovered that the main electrical panel had to be upgraded before the furnace installation can be done, which was about one and half week away. Of all the electrical companies that I contacted, Sid of Sattler Electric was able to generate a proposal and got it to me Sunday morning. Understanding my situation, he was willing to juggle his schedule to come do the work in time for the furnace installation. Prior to the onsite work, an application to PG&E had to be completed and a permit from the City had to obtained. Sid offered to do both to expedite the process. I want to acknowledge Sid and his company Sattler Electric. read more

Sattler Electrical Services provided a significant electrical upgrade needed for a bathroom remodel on very short notice. The work was completed on time met all expectations. read more

I had high hopes for Sid and his team, but in the end he scammed me. He charged $300 to come out and look at the electrical work I needed done with the promise that it would apply to our contract for work if we signed. He quoted me $23,000 for work that one week later I had done for $4,500. Would never trust him ever again. Don't agree to pay him to come see the work you need done. It's a quick way to lose money to Sid. read more

Sid and his team are knowledgeable, responsive and trustworthy. Bernard came out with 2 other electricians. They were on time, called before arriving, and confirmed the work to be done before starting. When upgrading our smoke alarms, they carefully laid tarps on the floor, wore booties over their shoes, and made sure everything was cleaned-up and back in place before they left. Bernard took the time to explain what they had done and left instructions and warranty info for the hardware. They came back recently to replace our motion sensor lights. With our current social distancing situation, they wore masks and performed the work without having to enter the house. It's great to be able to call on a local, professional, conscientious, and thorough organization like Sattler Electrical. read more

I emailed via Yelp several electricians in the area because I wasn't clear if we needed an electrician to fix a wiring issue or a person to fix our dishwasher. Sattler not only responded within a few hours, but they were the only business that responded extensively about what the issue likely was (not electrical) and provided an alternative referral for an appliance repair business. In addition Sattler provided contact info if we needed to follow up with any questions; and gave clear rates for if we did need to hire them. Although we don't need an electrician we definitely will use them in the future if we do! It's rare that a business will be up front with you about pricing and be honest about your needs--especially if it means that they won't get your business in that instance. Because they were so knowledgeable and helpful without getting anything in return--they will Definitely get our future business if we have electrical issues! read more

Sid saved my life! One by one the electrical circuits in my house were going out, and I was so afraid that there was a short, or other safety issue within the walls. Sid squeezed me in to an already full day, quickly diagnosed the probelm and fixed it then and there. So seldom do service providers focus on the needs of the customer any more, so it was an extra benefit to find Sid. Satler Electric is now at the top of my "go to" list, and I would highly recommend them to anyone. read more

On time, came on short notice, pricing clear, worked systematically and resolved the issues promptly.

I waited a year to write this review because I was very mad at the time and wanted to cool down. -Still mad.. I should have read the negative review on Yelp, since I can identify with most of them. There are many examples of maleficence, I am just going to list a couple here. First the travel time, they charged me 1/2 an hour each time they showed up. This was with a crew of three, about $140 each day that went to pay for them sitting in a car for a 18 min commute. They seemed to have no schedule as to when they would show up. They showed up the first 3 days, then maybe once a week after that, we never knew when they would show up. When we would call them up and ask why the crew was not here, the excuse was always that they had an emergency to deal with and they apparently had a lot of those. They also did a lot of work I did not ask for. For example I asked them to cut the electrical wires for a part of our house we were demolishing, then they spent all day removing all the wires in that location, even though I made it quite clear room was being demolished and to cut the wires only. We ended up firing Sid, and having to hire a 2nd electrician to finish the job. I would not recommend. They also made holes way bigger than they needed too, since I was the one patching them. read more

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Quite simply...Sid is awesome! While moving into our new home, one of the movers shorted out the clothes dryer circuit 6:30 Thursday evening. I called and left a message for Sid saying it wasn't that important (we thought it would be nice to wait a few days after the move before worrying about laundry) and he could wait to return my call until Monday. 15 minutes later he the phone rang and Sid talked me through fixing the problem myself! The next time I need an electrician I'll be calling Sid for sure! read more

Sid was very gracious to help me over yelp after I requested a quote. He informed me of some instructions which helped us troubleshoot the issue, and was very responsive in messaging with me. Thank you very much for the help! read more

These guys know what they are doing & how to resolve complex problems. Called them couple times for commercial electrical fixtures & they did job perfectly each time. read more

I called Sattler when I had an emergency that needed to be resolved within hours. His team was busy until later that day, but he took the time to trouble shoot the problem with me. He offered a great temporary solution and when I called back to tell him I had found an electrician who was resolving the problem, he asked about the solution and suggested a corrective course of action to help avoid future issues. read more

Sattler Electrical Service was great. My mother has a very old home and Sid came out to do the initial inspection and provided us a very thorough review. I hired his team to replace the kitchen electrical wires. His crew didn't complain at all when they had to crawl under the house to get to the kitchen. Thank Sattler Electrical Service, I definitely would use your company again. read more

"Troubleshooting and Repair to Check non-working kitchen stove receptacle and repair as needed." This line item cost me $250!! Sid came out and looked at the existing wiring that needed to be hooked up to the existing outlet - it cost me $250 JUST TO LOOK AT IT so he could send me an estimate for $600 to resolve. When I told him no thanks, because the price was way too much, he said he'd allow me to put the $250 against the proposed work. I used another company and the entire job to reconnect the existing wire to an existing outlet was resolved within an hour, with a licensed company and for or less than we already paid Sid. Shady business dealings. I don't like writing negative reviews, but this happened earlier this year and I still feel robbed. And, Sid, please don't respond with some BS like I've seen on the other bad reviews. Own up to these comments and if you want to charge for your time to look at the job and develop an estimate, make it reasonable. read more

Great job on both the chandelier in our dining room and two pendant lights in our kitchen. Thorough, professional and friendly, we'll be using Sid and company again for sure. read more

I called Sattler Electrical for an "emergency". We needed to put in a new outlet for a wine fridge, and my husband wanted it done ASAP before the wine went bad. I left a message on Sid's cell phone and he promptly called me back. He sent over Mark the next day, who was nice and professional. I would definitely use Sattler Electrical Service in the future! read more