- November 25, 2025
Areas Served
Santa Clara County:
San Martin, Gilroy, Morgan Hill, San Jose, Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Saratoga, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Mountain View…
Northern San Benito County:
Hollister, San Juan Bautista
Western Santa Cruz County:
Mount Madonna
Experience and Qualifications
This is a late-in-life career change for me. My electrician experience is 7 years of on-the-job residential work. In addition, I have major electronics troubleshooting and design experience spanning over 35 years.
Qualifications: California State License #102855, FCC General Class License.
Satisfaction Policy: Satisfaction guaranteed. If work is not performed or progressing to your satisfaction, we can immediately stop work and be compensated only for time and materials used for time-and-materials jobs. Contract work has different guidelines per State Licensing Board regulations.
Responsibility: As a sole proprietor, I perform, assist in performing, or personally supervise all work.
Dan Matthews Bio
Married for 47 years
3 children, 11 grandchildren
Owned a SCUBA diving center
Manager/player for an adult men’s soccer team for 15 years
We own 4 horses, 8 chickens, and a giant tortoise
U.S. Army veteran
30+ years as a 4-H Horse project leader and volunteer
Hold an FCC General Class Radio Technician License
We deliver reliable, code-compliant electrical work backed by real experience, honesty, and a commitment to getting the job done right the first time.
We respect your schedule. Most electrical jobs are completed in a single visit, with clear communication and fast, efficient workmanship from start to finish.
No surprises and no upselling. We offer straightforward pricing, explain all work before we start, and ensure you receive quality service at a fair cost.
At Dan Matthews Electric, our mission is to provide safe, reliable, and code-compliant electrical services with the highest level of integrity and professionalism. We are committed to delivering quality workmanship, clear communication, and honest service on every job—big or small. With decades of combined electrical and electronics experience, we aim to ensure every customer feels confident, protected, and fully satisfied with the work performed in their home or business. Our goal is simple: to build long-term trust through expertise, dedication, and a genuine commitment to doing the job right the first time.
Electrical work requires proper licensing, safety training, and compliance with California electrical codes. Many issues aren’t visible until the system is opened up, and older homes often have outdated wiring that needs upgrading. Quality parts, safe installation, and code-compliant repairs ensure your home stays protected long-term.
Most small jobs—like outlet replacements, lighting installation, or troubleshooting—can be completed in one visit. Larger projects such as panel upgrades, rewiring, or EV charger installations may take several hours or multiple days depending on permitting, material needs, and project complexity.
You may need a panel upgrade if breakers trip frequently, you’re installing high-demand appliances, or the panel is older than 25–30 years. Modern homes require more capacity for today’s electronics, HVAC systems, and EV chargers. Upgrading ensures safety and reliable power.
DIY electrical work is extremely risky and can cause fires, shock hazards, or code violations that harm insurance coverage. A licensed electrician has the training, tools, and knowledge to diagnose issues properly and ensure repairs meet California safety codes.
Dan Matthews Electric is a licensed, locally owned electrical service provider serving Morgan Hill, Gilroy, San Jose, Hollister, and surrounding areas. With over 7 years of hands-on residential electrical experience and 35+ years of electronics troubleshooting expertise, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable, and code-compliant work. Every project is handled personally or directly supervised by Dan to ensure quality, honesty, and customer satisfaction.