--- title: "Brains Automation — Specialty Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/specialty-contractors/brains-automation-pfvwus-pf~793208676 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~793208676.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Brains Automation" category: ["Specialty Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/990381fc02a6d5a5_5941-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1990 N California Blvd, Suite 20, Walnut Creek, California 94596, United States" latitude: 37.9053 longitude: -122.0549 phone: "(925) 320-0690" website: http://brainsautomation.com rating: 4.5 review_count: 8 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # Brains Automation > Electrical Automation Contractor Original Houzz profile: [Brains Automation](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/specialty-contractors/brains-automation-pfvwus-pf~793208676) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Specialty Contractors - **Location:** Walnut Creek, CA - **Serves:** Oakland, Concord, Vallejo, Berkeley, Richmond, Walnut Creek, San Rafael, Montclair, San Pablo, Benicia, Hercules, El Cerrito, Lafayette, Albany, Orinda, Pinole, San Anselmo, Emeryville, El Sobrante, Piedmont, Corte Madera, Rodeo, Tiburon, Sausalito, Pacheco, Tara Hills, North Richmond, Rollingwood, Crockett, East Richmond Heights, Marin City, Bayview, Montalvin, Belvedere, Black Point-Green Point, Port Costa, Belvedere Tiburon, Canyon, Contra Costa County, Pablo, San Quentin - **Houzz rating:** 4.5 out of 5 (8 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2023–2025), for Service, Innovator. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Houzz Pro Certified - Builder - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - Best of Houzz winner - Free consultation - High-end - Verified Hires - Provides 3D Visualization - Houzz Pro Certified ### Business highlights - Houzz Pro Certified - Provides 3D Visualization - 71 Verified Hires Our mission is to provide unparalleled service and allow our work to exceed all expectations of professionalism, integrity, and effectiveness. From the smallest and easiest job to the most strenuous, we want to make sure that we’re not finished until the satisfaction of our customers is met.We aim to finish each project in a timely-manner and with the highest level of quality. With a focus on personalized service, competitive rates and customer satisfaction, we’re always striving to meet and exceed industry expectations. ### Services Provided - Cable Installation - Home Audio System - Home Automation - Home Security - Home Theater Installation - Outdoor Audio Installation - Outdoor Lighting Installation - Security Camera Installation - Smart Homes - Smart Lighting - Surround Sound Installation - TV Installation ### Areas Served - Oakland - Concord - Vallejo - Berkeley - Richmond - Walnut Creek - San Rafael - Montclair - San Pablo - Benicia - Hercules - El Cerrito - Lafayette - Albany - Orinda - Pinole - San Anselmo - Emeryville - El Sobrante - Piedmont - Corte Madera - Rodeo - Tiburon - Sausalito - Pacheco - Tara Hills - North Richmond - Rollingwood - Crockett - East Richmond Heights - Marin City - Bayview - Montalvin - Belvedere - Black Point-Green Point - Port Costa - Belvedere Tiburon - Canyon - Contra Costa County - Pablo - San Quentin ### Typical Job Cost $2,000 - 100,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Brains Automation | | Address | 1990 N California Blvd, Suite 20, Walnut Creek, California 94596, United States | | Phone | (925) 320-0690 | | Website | http://brainsautomation.com | | License Number | 1095396 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Brainsautomation?\_rdr - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/brains-automation/posts/?feedView=all - Blog — https://www.brainsautomation.com/blog ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Brains Automation](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/specialty-contractors/brains-automation-pfvwus-pf~793208676) - **Website:** http://brainsautomation.com - **Phone:** (925) 320-0690 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Lutron Certificate - Cedia Member - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2023–2025), for Service, Innovator. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.5 out of 5 — 8 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 45.0 - Communication: 43.0 - Value: 45.0 ### All 8 reviews **★★★★★ — HOTEL MIRA VISTA, Aug. 2024** > It was a pleasure working with Edgar to discuss the project in detail and we valued his suggestions and recommendations. We were impressed getting a proposal and we proceeded to schedule a date. Edgar had the work accomplished within the time frame. We can only highly recommend him for his professionalisms, knowledge, expertise and pleasurable attitude. We are thrilled having found this company for any future electrical work or recommend them to our friends. A very big thank you to Edgar and team for job well done!! **★ — Sean, March 2024** > They installed a power transfer switch and a new panel for me. I had a few other projects and a number of referrals lined up for them and discovered an issue with the work. > > I have had power outage issues a number of times ever since they did the work. They keep blaming it on my "old wiring". I hold a PhD in electrical engineering and feel not only offended by wrong logic/information they provide but also by their terrible service. Stay away. They do not even answer my question and gentle request to come and see what the source of issue might be. **Comment from Brains Automation:** > Thank you for the revised review Sean I know it's frustrating when your new electric system work as expected and trip the breaker for safety reasons I want to enfacis that we are a small Bussines ano even that since the first time you told me about the issue my response was promptly and I drol came to your home on our scheduled meeting to check the issue. However, when I arrived, you weren't there, and I wasn't able to check the issue. You told me that you would send me pictures of the breakers, but I didn't receive them until two months later when you contacted me again. At that time, you seemed frustrated about the situation, but I never ignored you. My response was delayed by 48 hours because I was on training out of town. > > During my last visit, we both saw that the wiring on the new panel was neat and tidy. I also explained the cause of the breaker tripping, which was due to the cleaners' vacuum getting connected to a circuit of 15 amps that shared all the lights and outlets of one room. This caused an overload, and the AFCI trip prevented any fire hazard. I also explained that, if your old breaker box never trip the breaker is because your old panel were inefficient and was ignoring the issue. This is the same reason why new codes requires to install AFCI on all circuits because this new technology can detect any small issue and trip the breaker to protect your home **★★★★★ — Ania Omski-Talwar Interior Design, Oct. 2023** > I’ve been working with Edgar for several years now, on both my interior design clients' homes as well as my own home and garden. Edgar has replaced and installed new interior lighting, new electrical panels, exterior lighting, and security cameras. All my clients and I have been very happy with his services and we recommend him highly. **★★★★★ — Akiva Elias, Aug. 2022** > I have only good things to say about Estiben. I was introduced to him by a home renovation consultant that I'm working with, who recommended him very highly. At the time, I needed my shower hardware replaced and the shower door fixed ahead of my elderly in-law's visit. Even though Estiben was busy on another project at the time, he understood my urgency and did this job outside of his work day. He helped me source the correct parts, got the job done efficiently, and even followed-up after to make sure everything was working fine. He was professional, arrived when he said he would, took the amount of time that he had estimated, and charged me a fair price. As I embark on my home renovation in the near future, I definitely intend to reach out to him again. **Comment from Brains Automation:** > Hi Akiva thank you for review I hope your elderly in-law enjoy the visit in your home, I will be more than happy to help you again! **★★★★★ — Ang Sherpa, July 2022** > Esteban is a hardworking, professional and trustworthy man. Esteban worked for me to remodel my two rental units recently. He did an excellent job and most importantly he completed the job on time. We are very happy with his work. I can recommend him without any reservations. **Comment from Brains Automation:** > Mr. Ang for me was a pleasure work with you and your family the best wishes to all of you!!! Thank you for the review **★★★★★ — Manny Juarez, July 2022** > The team at Genius Electric have been a great find for us! > > The overall experience has been very positive and I would highly recommend them. > We used the for our full bathroom remodel and for another install in our dining and entry ways. > They are super knowledgable when it comes to newer products related to Smart Homes. :) > > If you seek quality, knowledge and responsiveness give them a try. **Comment from Brains Automation:** > Thank you, my friend; I know Genius Electric was the first name of my company, but because of my passion for home tech, I changed the name to Brains Home Automation. > > Manny, we did a great project together; you are responsible for what we needed all time and in all aspects. > I will be more than happy to help you > and remember, if you want to increase the value of your house, a simple lighting control system can elevate it > > Thank you again! **★★★★★ — Rosa Miranda, July 2022** > Highly recommend Edgar help us to set up the tv on the wall with the sound bar; he was able to hide all the cables on the same day he finished. **★★★★★ — Bettie Philips, July 2022** > This young man and his assistant were the nicest guys! They did a fabulous job installing our True Residential refrigerator and freezer! These were big and heavy units!) His communication was excellent, he was knowledgeable, thorough and on time! I highly recommend him! **Comment from Brains Automation:** > Bettie, thank you for trusting me since the first time you contacted me with no reviews or even without my picture; you trust me. > Your kitchen is charming. I told my wife that I wanted a Kitchen like yours > when I will gain more trust of the people, and they let me work with them, I will do that dream of reality > you are the proof that I'm new here, but my work has the experience necessary to accomplish your expectations ## Selected projects - [A/V System And Networking Set Up For New Home Owner](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-v-system-and-networking-set-up-for-new-home-owner-pj-vj~7518164) - Location: Orinda, CA - Photos: 6 [See all 1 project](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/specialty-contractors/brains-automation-pfvwus-pf~793208676) ## Community Q&A **Q: Smart switches & outlets? Suggestions please!** *(in Electrical Wiring)* We just re-wired our entire house and need to let the electrician know what switches/outlets we'd like. Any recommendations on what brands/models to use? We need several dimmers and also switches for bathroom/laundry fans. Assume not all outlets need to be smart. Also, favorite outlets with USB integrated in them? Also, sources for discout purchasing? Thanks!! A: I will said Lutron and depending on your high end you can start with Caseta or you can go with HomeWorks that is the highest level. But what I recommend is that before you start with your smart home you need to understood that if you want this devices to work properly you need first to build a strong networking system at your home however Lutron don’t need your network to keep working so you don’t need to worry about reconnect or reboot your system. **Q: Residential lights flickering** *(in Home Repair)* Hello, I have a home built in 1993. All of a sudden we developed whole-house flickering lights. I noticed voltage drops throughout the house measured with a multi-meter. Then our circuit breaker box started to smoke one evening. We shut off the power and called an electrician. They diagnosed the issue as corrosion on the electrical drop-down line and the meter box. Both the meter box and drop down line were replaced, along with a brand new breaker box. The meter itself had been replaced/upgraded by the power company about a year prior. Ever since these repairs, the lights in our home (in various rooms) flicker along with the agitation of the washing machine. They also temporarily dim when a large appliance turns on. The power company and a few different electricians tell us nothing is wrong with our wiring, power, or the washer itself. What can I do here? We never had an issue like this in the previous 10 years in this home. Thank you! A: Call your utility company they may have a lose connection on the neutral wire. They also will inspect your main meter for you . --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*