Bay Area Holiday Electrical Safety Guide – Dollens Electric (C10 – ELECTRICAL, B – GENERAL BUILDING,  C46 – SOLAR LICENSED) Understanding Holiday Electrical Overload in Older Homes The holidays bring warmth and celebration, but they also push your home’s electrical system harder than any other time of year. Space heaters, electric toys, outdoor lights, ovens, microwaves,
1. Upgrade Your Electrical Panel If your home still runs on an old 100‑amp panel or has limited circuit capacity, it’s time to think about a 200‑amp service or a panel upgrade. This is especially true in the South Bay where EV chargers, smart devices, and modern HVAC systems are becoming the norm.Why it boosts value:
Your home is one of your biggest investments—and the electrical system behind your walls deserves as much care as the finishes you see every day. At Dollens Electric, we help homeowners across San Jose, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and Los Gatos modernize their homes with smart home electrical upgrades that improve safety, functionality, and comfort. Smart

The Hidden Dangers of Recalled Panels

Posted by admin on  October 27, 2025

Category:  Uncategorized
A Safety Message from Dollens Electric — San Jose’s Trusted Electricians At Dollens Electric, your family’s safety always comes first. For decades, our licensed electricians have helped San Jose and Bay Area homeowners stay safe by inspecting and replacing outdated electrical panels — and three names come up again and again: Challenger, Zinsco, and Federal

How to Prep Your Electrical Panel for Backup Power

Posted by admin on  October 09, 2025

Category:  panel upgrades
What Bay Area Homeowners Need to Know Before Installing a Generator or Battery When the power goes out, the reliability of your backup system depends on one thing most homeowners overlook—your electrical panel. Whether you’re adding a Tesla Powerwall, Enphase IQ battery, or standby generator, your panel decides how safely and efficiently backup power flows