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Omega Electrical Service Inc
4.8(
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Serving Vail, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Roger provided a free quote to install a 240v outlet and electric car charger in our garage. The quote was acceptable and Roger put us on his install list after half of the quote was paid. The installation was done in a few hours and the car charger has been working great for the two months that it has been installed. The installation on the outside and in the garage looks clean and professional."
Electrical vehicle charger
Electric Vehicle Charger
14-50 Plug
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
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Plugged In Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Vail, AZ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Plugged In actually did a main panel upgrade to my house in preparation to the installation of solar panels. They responded promptly to my initial inquiry, kept all their appointments and completed the project on time for the agreed price. Jim and Travis were polite, professional and accommodating. Worked well with my Solar company to coordinate their work. Their price for the work was substantially lower than the quote from the solar company and completed in a much shorted time frame (weeks rather than months). I will definitely use them again when the time comes."
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During 200amp main breaker upgrade
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After 200amp main breaker panel upgrade
Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Done Rite Services
5.0(
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Serving Vail, AZ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My old gaspac HVAC quit working. I searched the internet to find the highest SEER 5 ton units. I contacted several dealers and Done Rite gave me a free estimate and they had the best price. They installed the unit a couple days later and I couldn't be happier. Very professional install and answered all the questions I asked."
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+2

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
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Bill Richards Electric, LLC
4.1(
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Serving Vail, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fabulous. Dispatched service tech Charles Gamez when directed by my home warranty provider. I alerted my home warranty provider at 9pm, the provider assigned Bill Richards Electric LLC to the job and the very next morning at 8am Bill himself called me and arranged The tech to come by the following morning. FAST RESPONSE! Had a GFI that would not reset and had a dead Christmas light circuit. Charles was very courteous, professional, and methodical figuring out the problem. Fixed it handily and also provided some advice for a few questions I had on other related electrical matters around the house. Bill Richards Electric LLC is a small company which is GREAT because few employees make for high quality and excellent collective knowledge base. Will hire again for sure!"
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Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Intelligent Design Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Solar, & Electric
5.0(
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Serving Vail, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Living in Tucson, it is important to have your air conditioner up and running. If your AC has not been working its best (or if it's not working at all), contact our expert AC repair technicians at Intelligent Design Air Conditioning, Heating, Plumbing, and Electric for the best air conditioning services in Tucson, AZ. Our trusted air conditioning repair team is available 24/7, so you won't have to wait to restore your comfort at home. We can provide you with the fast and effective service you need!\nIn Tucson, the good reputation of an HVAC company is very important. At Intelligent Design, we have earned the trust of the Tucson community with our straightforward approach to customer service. Once you have called Intelligent Design to resolve any heating and cooling issues in your house, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing that your AC system is in the right hands.Our HVAC repair technicians are highly experienced and qualified.

Main Panel
Breaker
Solar Inverter
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Erics Electric
New to Angi

Serving Vail, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I have been an electrician for 2 years now. I have done residential, Industrial and now currently work for the state. I am able to travel to any job within 50 mile radius further than that and it will make more sense to hire someone closer. I am very detailed oriented and take pride in my work. I am dependable and trustworthy. I will work with you to make sure its what you want, done correctly and safe.\n

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

To determine the right size generator for your house, you should calculate the total wattage of the appliances and devices you want to power during an outage. List all essential items, note their start-up wattages, and add them together.

Here are some typical wattage requirements for common appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 to 4,500 watts

  • Electric furnace: 5,000 to 25,000 watts

A 7,500-watt generator might be sufficient for essentials like a refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits. However, for high-demand items like a water heater or furnace, a whole-home generator is a better choice. A portable generator may be enough if you only need to power a few critical items.

While home square footage can offer a rough estimate, it is not always a reliable indicator. For reference, here are some typical generator sizes based on square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14 kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16 kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20 kW+

For the most accurate sizing, consult a professional who can calculate your home's peak and average power consumption and recommend the optimal generator.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

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