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Elías Sierra

Board & Advisory at Xlectrical · Author of our homeowner guides

Elías Sierra is part of the leadership team behind Xlectrical, a licensed electrical contractor (Florida License EC 13014052) based in Sunrise, FL. He contributes extensive hands-on electrical knowledge and a strong commitment to customer care — making sure every customer understands the problem, the options and the price before any work begins.

Together with Alfredo Cerra, who brings more than 30 years of experience as an electrical engineer in industrial and commercial systems, Elías helps lead a team focused on dependable electrical solutions delivered with professionalism and integrity.

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Guides by Elías Sierra

Practical, plain-language electrical guides for homeowners in Sunrise, Fort Lauderdale and Broward County.

Hiring Guide

How to Choose an Electrician in Broward County (and Verify a Florida License)

Verify a license on MyFloridaLicense.com in 2 minutes, plus the questions to ask before you hire.

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Cost Guide

How Much Does an Electrical Panel Upgrade Cost in South Florida? [2026]

Real price ranges for panel replacement, service replacement and 100A–400A upgrades in Broward County.

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Cost Guide

How Much Does EV Charger Installation Cost in South Florida? [2026]

Typical Level 2 installation prices in Broward County and the factors that change them.

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Storm Prep

Hurricane Season Electrical Checklist for South Florida Homes

What to check before, during and after a storm — from surge protection and generators to flooded outlets.

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Backup Power

Standby vs. Portable Generators in Florida: Which Is Right for Your Home?

How each option connects to your home, what it can power, and the safety rules that matter most.

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Panels

Federal Pacific and Zinsco Panels: Why South Florida Homeowners Replace Them

Why these older panels raise concerns, how they affect insurance, and what replacement involves.

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Permits

Electrical Permits in Broward County: A Homeowner's Guide

Which projects need a permit, who issues it, and how inspections work — in plain language.

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EV Charging

Home EV Charger Installation in South Florida: What to Know

Level 1 vs. Level 2, circuit sizing, panel capacity, outdoor installs and HOA rules.

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Surge Protection

Lightning and Power Surges in Florida: How Whole-Home Surge Protection Works

What whole-home surge protection does, what it can't do, and why the code now requires it.

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