EV Charger Installation in Sacramento: Licensed Local Installers
Updated Oct 30, 2026 · Every listing CSLB-checked Oct 29, 2026
Short answer: A Level 2 charger in Sacramento needs a licensed C-10 electrician and a permit: the City of Sacramento asks for electrical plans with a load calculation, and Sacramento County requires an electrical miscellaneous permit. SMUD customers can get up to $850 through Charge@Home. Compare the CSLB-checked installers below, then get three quotes.[1][4][6][7]
7 licensed EV charger installers in the Sacramento area, each checked against state license board (CSLB) data.
- CSLB-checked Oct 29, 2026
- Active C-10 license
- Not paid to be listed
Quick picks: which install do you need?
Hardwired or plug-in Level 2 charger
Both need a new 240V circuit and a permit. The City of Sacramento’s checklist covers NEMA 14-50 and 6-50 outlets and hardwired chargers, and asks for the manufacturer’s cut sheets for hardwired units.[4] California installation requirements →
Want the SMUD circuit rebate?
The up-to-$750 circuit incentive only applies when a SMUD Contractor Network installer does the work, so ask each installer whether they are in it before you book.[2] SMUD rebate details →
Panel may be full
A circuit sharing or energy management device can be an alternative to a panel upgrade, and SMUD offers up to $200 toward one.[1] Panel upgrade vs load management →
Licensed C-10 Installer Listings
Grid Plus Electric
Licensed C-10 Verified · CSLB · checked Oct 29, 2026 · Verify
CSLB #1090687 · Active Licensed C-10 · expires 01/31/2028
Based in Orangevale · Serves Orangevale, Folsom, Fair Oaks, Citrus Heights, Roseville, Granite Bay, Rancho Cordova, Carmichael, El Dorado Hills, Rocklin, Lincoln and the broader Sacramento region (per its EV charger page)
Litel Electric
Licensed C-10 Verified · CSLB · checked Oct 29, 2026 · Verify
CSLB #1115460 · Active Licensed C-10 · expires 01/31/2028
Based in Sacramento · Serves 19 Sacramento-area communities, from Davis and Woodland to Roseville, Folsom and Elk Grove (per its EV charger page)
Sagan Electric
Licensed C-10 Verified · CSLB · checked Oct 29, 2026 · Verify
CSLB #1050318 · Active Licensed C-10 · expires 09/30/2027
Based in Sacramento · Serves Sacramento, Natomas, Elk Grove, Roseville, Folsom, Rancho Cordova, Citrus Heights and Davis (per its EV charger page)
Solir Electric
Licensed C-10 Verified · CSLB · checked Oct 29, 2026 · Verify
CSLB #1109744 · Active Licensed C-10 · expires 08/31/2027
Based in Sacramento · Serves Sacramento (per its EV charger page)
Sunnyvale Electric
Licensed C-10 Verified · CSLB · checked Oct 29, 2026 · Verify
CSLB #1026941 · Active Licensed C-10 · expires 08/31/2028
Based in Roseville · Serves Roseville and Placer County (Rocklin, Lincoln, Auburn, Granite Bay, Loomis); Sacramento, Elk Grove, Citrus Heights, Folsom, Rancho Cordova, Fair Oaks and Carmichael (per its EV charger page)
Under the Sun Solar & Electric
Licensed C-10 Verified · CSLB · checked Oct 29, 2026 · Verify
CSLB #1141678 · Active Licensed C-10 · expires 08/31/2027
Based in Citrus Heights · Serves Sacramento, Folsom, Elk Grove, Roseville, Rocklin, Lincoln, Natomas, Arden-Arcade, Land Park, Rancho Cordova and Citrus Heights (per its EV charger page)
Uniform Lighting & Power
Licensed C-10 Verified · CSLB · checked Oct 29, 2026 · Verify
CSLB #1154062 · Active Licensed C-10 · expires 04/30/2028
Based in Citrus Heights · Serves Sacramento, Citrus Heights, Roseville, Folsom, Rocklin and surrounding communities (per its EV charger page)
How we verify
Each of these electrical contractors says on its own website that it installs EV chargers in the Sacramento area. On Oct 29, 2026 we checked each license against the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) public license data: every one is active (status clear), holds the C-10 Electrical classification, has a contractor bond on file, has workers’ comp insurance or a workers’ comp exemption on file, and lists a business address in Sacramento or Placer County. Listed alphabetically. Nobody paid to be listed, and we have not rated or reviewed them. Licenses can change, so check the number again before you sign.
Compare Sacramento installers at a glance
| Installer | Based in | CSLB license # | Classification | Workers’ comp (CSLB) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grid Plus Electric | Orangevale | 1090687 | C-10 Electrical | Exempt (no employees reported) | Clear, checked Oct 29, 2026 |
| Litel Electric | Sacramento | 1115460 | C-10 Electrical | Exempt (no employees reported) | Clear, checked Oct 29, 2026 |
| Sagan Electric | Sacramento | 1050318 | C-10 Electrical | Insurance on file | Clear, checked Oct 29, 2026 |
| Solir Electric | Sacramento | 1109744 | C-10 Electrical | Insurance on file | Clear, checked Oct 29, 2026 |
| Sunnyvale Electric | Roseville | 1026941 | C-10 Electrical | Insurance on file | Clear, checked Oct 29, 2026 |
| Under the Sun Solar & Electric | Citrus Heights | 1141678 | C-10 Electrical + others | Insurance on file | Clear, checked Oct 29, 2026 |
| Uniform Lighting & Power | Citrus Heights | 1154062 | C-10 Electrical | Exempt (no employees reported) | Clear, checked Oct 29, 2026 |
Homeowner math: SMUD reports that over the past 12 months, the median cost to install an EV circuit through its Charge@Home contractor network was $1,100, and the median for a charger plus circuit was $1,746, before rebates.[1] Charge@Home can take up to $850 off for SMUD customers.[1] For City of Sacramento permits, the City’s guide gives an example of $153–$358 in building permit fees for a Level 2 install valued at $1,000–$4,000.[5] Run your own numbers in our EV charger installation cost guide, then compare itemized quotes.
Who installs EV chargers in Sacramento
In California, installing a charger circuit is electrical work for a licensed C-10 Electrical contractor; the classification covers installing and connecting electrical wiring, fixtures, appliances and apparatus.[7] The 7 companies above are based in Citrus Heights, Orangevale, Roseville and Sacramento, and each one says on its own site that it installs home EV chargers in the Sacramento area. Before you sign, check the license on the CSLB Check a License page, get in writing who pulls the permit, and ask for a load calculation. More detail: how to hire an electrician for EV charger installation and our before-you-hire checklist.
Permits in Sacramento: City vs County
- City of Sacramento: a Level 2 charger on a 240V dedicated circuit needs a permit application (CDD-0200) plus electrical plans: a site plan, a one-line diagram showing service size, EV breaker and conductor size, the City’s load calculation worksheet (CDD-0213), and the manufacturer’s cut sheets for hardwired chargers. They go in as two PDFs through the City’s Public Permit Portal.[4] A Level 1 charger on a 120V dedicated 20-amp circuit needs no electrical plans and can use a Residential Minor Electrical permit online.[4] After the permit is issued and the work is done, you schedule a building inspection.[5]
- Unincorporated Sacramento County (for example Carmichael, Fair Oaks, Arden-Arcade or Rancho Murieta): a Level 2 charging station needs an electrical miscellaneous permit, with plans submitted through the County’s online portal. The County asks for a site plan, a scaled floor plan showing the charger and panel, a single-line diagram, a load calculation and the charger cut sheets, and says a main panel upgrade can be included in the same submittal.[6]
- Other cities (Elk Grove, Roseville, Folsom, Citrus Heights, Rancho Cordova, Davis and the rest): your own city’s building department issues the permit. Ask the installer to confirm which one covers your address.
Statewide rules (HOA limits, renter rights, streamlined permits) are in our EV charger installation requirements in California guide.
SMUD rebates and the EV rate discount
SMUD’s Charge@Home program offers up to $850 toward EV charging equipment and installation.[1] Its terms break that into up to $100 for an eligible Level 2 charger, up to $200 for a circuit sharing or energy management device, and up to $750 for the charger circuit, which is only paid when the circuit is installed through the SMUD Contractor Network. Incentives never exceed what you paid, funds are first come, first served, and there is one combined rebate per account and address. Your EV must be registered with the DMV at the same address, and in the same name, as your SMUD residential account.[2] The circuit claim needs the contractor’s invoice and a copy of the permit.[2]
Income-eligible single-family homeowners on SMUD’s Energy Assistance Program Rate (EAPR) may get a free Level 2 charger and the circuit to install it; panel upgrades aren’t covered.[3] SMUD also gives a 1.5¢ discount on all electricity used between midnight and 6 a.m. once you register your EV.[1] Not sure SMUD is your utility? Check your electric bill. For other California utilities, see our California EV charger rebates guide.
Panel capacity and load management
SMUD says you don’t necessarily need a panel upgrade: a circuit sharing device lets two appliances, such as an electric dryer and an EV charger, share one circuit, and an energy management device can control the charger so it doesn’t overload your main breaker.[1] Sacramento County requires load calculations that include 125% of the maximum EV charging load when the service panel is rated 125 amps or less.[6] Compare the options in panel upgrade vs load management.
Nearby areas these installers list
Several of the companies above list Roseville, Folsom, Elk Grove, Citrus Heights and Rancho Cordova; Sagan Electric and Litel Electric also list Davis, and Grid Plus Electric lists El Dorado Hills. We only show the areas each company lists itself, so call to confirm they cover your ZIP.
FAQ
How much does EV charger installation cost in Sacramento?
SMUD publishes figures from its own Charge@Home contractor network: over the past 12 months, the median cost to install an EV circuit was $1,100 (range $238 to $6,382), and the median for a charger plus circuit was $1,746 (range $800 to $5,320), before rebates or tax credits. Your price mostly depends on your panel and the wire run, so compare itemized quotes and see our EV charger installation cost guide.
Do I need a permit to install an EV charger in Sacramento?
Yes, for a Level 2 charger. The City of Sacramento requires a permit application with electrical plans: a site plan, a one-line diagram, a load calculation worksheet and the charger's cut sheets, submitted through its Public Permit Portal. Sacramento County requires an electrical miscellaneous permit for a Level 2 charging station, with plans submitted through its online portal. Other cities issue their own permits.
Does SMUD offer an EV charger rebate?
Yes. As of Oct 30, 2026, SMUD's Charge@Home program offers up to $850 toward EV charging equipment and installation. Its terms list up to $100 for an eligible Level 2 charger, up to $200 for a circuit sharing or energy management device, and up to $750 for the charger circuit when it is installed through the SMUD Contractor Network. Funds are first come, first served, and your EV must be registered with the DMV at the same address and name as your SMUD account.
Do I need a panel upgrade for a Level 2 charger?
Not always. SMUD says a circuit sharing device or an energy management device can be an alternative to a panel upgrade, and it offers up to $200 toward one. A load calculation from your electrician tells you whether your panel can take the charger, and both the City and County ask for one with the permit.
How do I check an EV charger installer's license in California?
Ask for the contractor license number and enter it on the CSLB Check a License page. Look for an active license with the C-10 Electrical classification, a future expiry date and a business name that matches. CSLB also shows bond and workers' comp status.
Sources
- SMUD, Residential electric vehicles (Charge@Home, EV rate discount, average installation costs) (checked Oct 30, 2026)
- SMUD, Charge@Home incentive Terms and Conditions (checked Oct 30, 2026)
- SMUD, EV charger & installation application for income-eligible customers (checked Oct 30, 2026)
- City of Sacramento, Streamline Residential EVSE Permit Submission Checklist (CDD-0154) (checked Oct 30, 2026)
- City of Sacramento, Guide to EVSE Permits for Residential Installations (revised Feb 12, 2026) (checked Oct 30, 2026)
- Sacramento County Building Permits & Inspection, Residential EVCS Submittal List (EC-07) (checked Oct 30, 2026)
- CSLB, C-10 Electrical Contractor classification (checked Oct 30, 2026)
- CSLB public license data (C-10 contractors), checked Oct 29, 2026; each installer’s service area comes from its own EV charger page, linked on its listing.
Are you a licensed installer in the Sacramento area? Email dlee@mogulventures.co.