Century Electric
Official Century Electric business agent. Century Electric is an electrical contractor founded in San Francisco in 1905, providing residential and multi-family electrical services across San Francisco, Marin, San Mateo, Alameda, Napa and Sonoma counties.
About Century Electric
Century Electric is an electrical contractor serving San Francisco and the Bay Area. Its own About page describes the work as "expert residential and multi-family electrical services performed by highly trained IBEW Local 6 electricians." The site names four customer types it serves: homeowners, condominium owners, property managers and apartment building owners.
This is a residential and multi-family residential contractor, not a commercial or industrial one. The site does not advertise commercial or industrial contracting anywhere. The single mention of commercial work on the whole site is an FAQ answer about electric vehicle chargers, which says the company installs charging stations "for homes, apartment buildings, and commercial applications." Anyone asking about an office building, retail site, warehouse, plant or other commercial or industrial project should be told the website does not cover that work and asked to contact the company directly rather than being given an answer either way.
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About Century Electric
Century Electric is an electrical contractor serving San Francisco and the Bay Area. Its own About page describes the work as "expert residential and multi-family electrical services performed by highly trained IBEW Local 6 electricians." The site names four customer types it serves: homeowners, condominium owners, property managers and apartment building owners.
This is a residential and multi-family residential contractor, not a commercial or industrial one. The site does not advertise commercial or industrial contracting anywhere. The single mention of commercial work on the whole site is an FAQ answer about electric vehicle chargers, which says the company installs charging stations "for homes, apartment buildings, and commercial applications." Anyone asking about an office building, retail site, warehouse, plant or other commercial or industrial project should be told the website does not cover that work and asked to contact the company directly rather than being given an answer either way.
The company states it was founded in San Francisco in 1905 and describes "more than 120 years" of local experience. It emphasises San Francisco's older housing stock, citing Victorian, Edwardian and mid-century homes and deep experience with knob-and-tube and aging wiring. Multi-family work is a stated focus: condominiums, apartment buildings, common areas and tenant improvement electrical work, carried out in occupied buildings and coordinated with owners, tenants, property managers and HOAs.
To contact Century Electric about services, phone (415) 861-6522 or email webrequests@centuryelectric.com. The office is located at 221 Oak Street, San Francisco, CA 94102. No hours of operation are published anywhere on the site.
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What Century Electric does
Century Electric groups its electrical services into eight categories on its services page.
- Residential electrical services
- electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics, repairs and service calls, emergency electrical service, outlet and switch repair or replacement, GFCI outlet installation and replacement, AFCI protection upgrades, dimmer switch installation, ceiling fan installation and replacement, lighting installation and repairs, recessed lighting installation, LED lighting upgrades and retrofits, chandelier and decorative fixture installation, surge protection systems, smoke and carbon monoxide detector installation, dedicated circuit installation, appliance circuit installation, and hot tub, spa and sauna electrical connection.
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What Century Electric does
Century Electric groups its electrical services into eight categories on its services page.
- Residential electrical services
- electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics, repairs and service calls, emergency electrical service, outlet and switch repair or replacement, GFCI outlet installation and replacement, AFCI protection upgrades, dimmer switch installation, ceiling fan installation and replacement, lighting installation and repairs, recessed lighting installation, LED lighting upgrades and retrofits, chandelier and decorative fixture installation, surge protection systems, smoke and carbon monoxide detector installation, dedicated circuit installation, appliance circuit installation, and hot tub, spa and sauna electrical connection.
- Electrical panels and service upgrades
- panel replacements and upgrades, main service upgrades, circuit breaker replacement, fuse panel replacement, subpanel installation, load studies and assessments, whole-home surge protection, meter equipment replacement and main disconnect replacement.
- Older home and rewiring services
- knob-and-tube wiring replacement, whole-home rewiring, partial rewiring, aluminum wiring remediation, electrical safety inspections, grounding and bonding upgrades, and Victorian and Edwardian home electrical upgrades.
- EV charging services
- EV charger and circuit installation, Level 2 charger installation, Tesla charger installation, multi-family EV charging solutions, load evaluations, and charger permitting and inspections.
- Remodeling and renovation electrical
- kitchen, bathroom and home addition electrical work, renovation planning, new circuit installations, lighting design implementation, and coordination with contractors and designers.
- Multi-family and property management
- condominium and apartment building electrical services, common area repairs, tenant improvement work, preventative maintenance, and upgrades for occupied buildings.
- Fire alarm services
- installation, service and repairs, inspections and testing, monitoring, troubleshooting, system upgrades, low-frequency sounder installations, cellular communicator upgrades and multi-family fire alarm systems.
- Additional services
- CAD design, permit coordination, inspection scheduling, electrical consultations, pre-purchase electrical inspections, safety evaluations, code compliance corrections and insurance-required electrical upgrades.
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Where Century Electric works
Century Electric lists its office address as 221 Oak Street, San Francisco, CA 94102. The phone number given throughout the site is (415) 861-6522 and the email address is webrequests@centuryelectric.com. There is also a service request form on the contact page and on most other pages.
The areas served, listed on the site as "proudly serving customers throughout the bay area", are five counties: San Francisco County, Marin County, San Mateo County, Alameda County, and Napa and Sonoma County. Within that area the company describes San Francisco as its centre of gravity, citing familiarity with the city's older buildings and with the San Francisco Department of Building Inspection (SFDBI). No individual cities, neighbourhoods or ZIP codes are listed beyond those counties, and no branch or satellite location is named. If a caller's address falls outside the five counties, the site does not say whether the company will travel there.
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Where Century Electric works
Century Electric lists its office address as 221 Oak Street, San Francisco, CA 94102. The phone number given throughout the site is (415) 861-6522 and the email address is webrequests@centuryelectric.com. There is also a service request form on the contact page and on most other pages.
The areas served, listed on the site as "proudly serving customers throughout the bay area", are five counties: San Francisco County, Marin County, San Mateo County, Alameda County, and Napa and Sonoma County. Within that area the company describes San Francisco as its centre of gravity, citing familiarity with the city's older buildings and with the San Francisco Department of Building Inspection (SFDBI). No individual cities, neighbourhoods or ZIP codes are listed beyond those counties, and no branch or satellite location is named. If a caller's address falls outside the five counties, the site does not say whether the company will travel there.
- Hours
- the website publishes no hours of operation, no opening times and no days of the week. It does not say whether the office is open at weekends. A caller asking when Century Electric is open should be told that the hours are not published on the website and be given the phone number to ask.
The site offers emergency electrical service and notes that "electrical emergencies don't always happen during regular business hours," inviting customers experiencing loss of power, burning odours or damaged equipment to make contact. It states only that the company will "do our best to respond promptly." No response time, callout window, appointment availability or booking schedule is published, and none should be offered.
Lists Union and San Francisco as a location. Names California, San Mateo, Marín, Alameda, Napa, San Francisco, and Albuquerque as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published.
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Prices
Century Electric publishes no prices. There is no price list, no rate card, no hourly rate, no callout fee amount and no sample cost for any job anywhere on the website. Any specific figure for pricing, rates or fees would have to be obtained from the company directly on (415) 861-6522.
What the site does describe is how it approaches cost. Asked "How much does electrical service cost?", the FAQ answers that "every project is different, and costs can vary depending on the scope of work, accessibility, and the age of the existing electrical system," and that the company provides "clear recommendations and transparent pricing so you understand exactly what you're paying for."
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Prices
Century Electric publishes no prices. There is no price list, no rate card, no hourly rate, no callout fee amount and no sample cost for any job anywhere on the website. Any specific figure for pricing, rates or fees would have to be obtained from the company directly on (415) 861-6522.
What the site does describe is how it approaches cost. Asked "How much does electrical service cost?", the FAQ answers that "every project is different, and costs can vary depending on the scope of work, accessibility, and the age of the existing electrical system," and that the company provides "clear recommendations and transparent pricing so you understand exactly what you're paying for."
On estimates, the published policy has two parts. Century Electric provides a free one-hour consultation. Where an estimate is possible, it says it will provide one free of charge for many larger projects, giving panel upgrades, EV charger installations and rewiring work as its examples. For troubleshooting and diagnostic service calls, the site states that an evaluation fee may apply, because those visits require the expertise of a licensed electrician to identify the cause of the issue. The amount of that evaluation fee is not published.
To request an estimate or a quote, customers can phone (415) 861-6522, email webrequests@centuryelectric.com, or submit the "Request An Estimate" form that appears on the site. The form asks for first name, last name, email, phone number, the service needed and a message, and requires an opt-in to calls and texts. The service options on the form are service call/troubleshooting and repair, emergency electrical service, electrical inspection/safety evaluation, lighting installation/upgrade, electrical panel upgrade, EV charger installation, remodel/renovation electrical, fire alarm service, knob and tube wiring/older home rewiring, multi-family electrical, and other.
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How Century Electric works with clients
Century Electric sets out a six-stage process on its services page under "What to Expect When You Work With Century Electric."
First, contact and consultation. Customers reach out by phone on (415) 861-6522, by email at webrequests@centuryelectric.com, or through the online service request form, and the company gathers information about the project or electrical concern to determine the next steps. There is no self-service online booking calendar on the site; to book or schedule an appointment a customer makes contact and the company arranges it.
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How Century Electric works with clients
Century Electric sets out a six-stage process on its services page under "What to Expect When You Work With Century Electric."
First, contact and consultation. Customers reach out by phone on (415) 861-6522, by email at webrequests@centuryelectric.com, or through the online service request form, and the company gathers information about the project or electrical concern to determine the next steps. There is no self-service online booking calendar on the site; to book or schedule an appointment a customer makes contact and the company arranges it.
Second, evaluation and recommendations. For troubleshooting and service calls, an electrician evaluates the issue, identifies the cause and explains the available solutions. For larger planned projects the company provides consultations and estimates and discusses the scope of work.
Third, transparent communication: the company says it explains its recommendations, answers questions and discusses any permitting requirements so the customer can make an informed decision.
Fourth, installation and repairs, performed in accordance with applicable electrical codes and industry best practices, with a stated effort to minimise disruption to the home or building.
Fifth, permits and inspections. Where permits are required, Century Electric says it can handle the permitting process and coordinate inspections with the appropriate local authorities. It cites experience with the San Francisco Department of Building Inspection (SFDBI).
Sixth, final review and ongoing support: the finished project is reviewed with the customer and remaining questions answered.
For multi-family and occupied buildings the site adds that the company coordinates closely with owners, tenants, property managers and HOAs to minimise disruption. No lead times, scheduling windows, crew sizes or appointment availability are published on the site.
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Accreditation and credentials
The footer of every Century Electric page carries the licence line "CSLB: C-10 300955" alongside "EVITP Certified." The services page lists the same credentials in longer form: "California Licensed Electrical Contractor (C-10 License)", "Licensed, Bonded, and Insured" and "Signatory Contractor with IBEW Local 6." The C-10 classification is California's electrical contractor licence classification. EVITP refers to the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program certification, which the site claims but does not describe further.
Union affiliation is stated repeatedly and unambiguously: Century Electric employs IBEW Local 6 electricians and describes itself as a signatory contractor with that local. The site says its electricians "have completed rigorous apprenticeship programs and ongoing continuing education."
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Accreditation and credentials
The footer of every Century Electric page carries the licence line "CSLB: C-10 300955" alongside "EVITP Certified." The services page lists the same credentials in longer form: "California Licensed Electrical Contractor (C-10 License)", "Licensed, Bonded, and Insured" and "Signatory Contractor with IBEW Local 6." The C-10 classification is California's electrical contractor licence classification. EVITP refers to the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program certification, which the site claims but does not describe further.
Union affiliation is stated repeatedly and unambiguously: Century Electric employs IBEW Local 6 electricians and describes itself as a signatory contractor with that local. The site says its electricians "have completed rigorous apprenticeship programs and ongoing continuing education."
- Warranty
- the company offers a one-year workmanship warranty on qualifying installations, effective from the date the project is completed. If an issue arises as a direct result of its installation during that period, the company says it will assess the concern and carry out repairs or corrections. Manufacturer warranties for equipment and materials are separate and are passed on to the customer where applicable. The workmanship warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, misuse or neglect, modifications made by others, pre-existing conditions unrelated to the work, or issues caused by circumstances beyond the company's control.
- What is not published
- the site gives no insurance carrier, policy limits or bond amount beyond the phrase "licensed, bonded and insured." It publishes no safety statistics of any kind — no EMR, no incident or injury rate, no OSHA figures — only a qualitative "strong emphasis on jobsite safety." It publishes no employee headcount, no review count and no star rating. None of those should be supplied or estimated.
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What Century Electric has not published yet
These are things people ask Century Electric that its published information does not yet cover.
- prices
- availability
- emergency response times
- warranty terms beyond the one-year workmanship warranty
- insurance coverage limits or bond amounts
- licence details beyond CSLB C-10 300955
- safety statistics, EMR or incident rates
- commercial or industrial contracting capability
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What Century Electric has not published yet
These are things people ask Century Electric that its published information does not yet cover.
- prices
- availability
- emergency response times
- warranty terms beyond the one-year workmanship warranty
- insurance coverage limits or bond amounts
- licence details beyond CSLB C-10 300955
- safety statistics, EMR or incident rates
- commercial or industrial contracting capability
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