Top-rated generator install pros.

Get matched with top generator install pros in Brea, CA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Verified Reviews for Generator Install pros in Brea, CA

*The Angi rating for Generator Install companies in Brea, CA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Generator Install needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Generator Install companies in Brea, CA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Generator Install needs.

Last update on December 08, 2025

Find Generator install pros in Brea

Avatar for JVEC, INC.

JVEC, INC.

4.93(
243
)
•Approved Pro

JVEC, INC.

4.93(
243
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
1974 years of experience

JVEC Inc. Electrical contractor is a small business solution provider for all electrical products and services. We have been in business for 45 years. Our mission is to provide unsurpassed customer service to all of our customers regardless of the project size. Please call our office to schedule your estimate 714-551-9841.

"52-YEAR BUSINESS!!! Jack Vardiman is the TOP electrician to effectively fix/set up your essential electrical systems. Checked Angie's List and selected JVEC Inc. in Brea. Jaclyn provided outstanding customer service and immediately set up an appointment. Jack's knowledge is encyclopedic; his skill is utmost; and his actions are meticulous. He instantly recognized an older GE circuit panel and efficiently replaced the damaged breaker with the appropriate part. Furthermore, the repair fee was very reasonable."

Stella Y on October 2025

JVEC Inc. Electrical contractor is a small business solution provider for all electrical products and services. We have been in business for 45 years. Our mission is to provide unsurpassed customer service to all of our customers regardless of the project size. Please call our office to schedule your estimate 714-551-9841.

"52-YEAR BUSINESS!!! Jack Vardiman is the TOP electrician to effectively fix/set up your essential electrical systems. Checked Angie's List and selected JVEC Inc. in Brea. Jaclyn provided outstanding customer service and immediately set up an appointment. Jack's knowledge is encyclopedic; his skill is utmost; and his actions are meticulous. He instantly recognized an older GE circuit panel and efficiently replaced the damaged breaker with the appropriate part. Furthermore, the repair fee was very reasonable."

Stella Y on October 2025

Avatar for Excel Electric

Excel Electric

4.95(
141
)
•Approved Pro

Excel Electric

4.95(
141
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
1989 years of experience

Electrical installation and repair for all your needs. Satisfaction guaranteed. Family owned & operated.

"Better than I clould have imagined. They were in and out within a couple hours. The workmanship was perfect. Plus, I had some underneath lighting to my kitchen cabinets that haven't worked in 30 years. They fixed that with no charge. This was the second time I used them with a year, and both time I was elated with the work. This time I didnt boither even gettiung a second quote from another company."

Harry W on December 2020

Electrical installation and repair for all your needs. Satisfaction guaranteed. Family owned & operated.

"Better than I clould have imagined. They were in and out within a couple hours. The workmanship was perfect. Plus, I had some underneath lighting to my kitchen cabinets that haven't worked in 30 years. They fixed that with no charge. This was the second time I used them with a year, and both time I was elated with the work. This time I didnt boither even gettiung a second quote from another company."

Harry W on December 2020

Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.

Garafano Electric, Inc.

4.93(
171
)
•Approved Pro

Garafano Electric, Inc.

4.93(
171
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
1968 years of experience

Garafano Electric is a local, family-owned establishment based in Eagle Rock. We specialize in all things electric and service individual homes, as well as larger commercial or industrial facilities, for work ranging from small repairs to large-scale projects. We are 11 times Angie’s List Super Service Award recipients (awarded to the "top 5% of qualifying businesses"), and we pride ourselves in providing competitive, fair quotes for all of our work. Give us a call or write us a message and we’ll be sure to assist you in any way we can. First time Angie’s List customers receive a 5% discount!

"Excellent! They were in and out with a crew in one day. We were replacing under kitchen cabinet fluorescent lights with LED. On one cabinet that sits aline, it gave the optical illusion that it was not as bright as the other sections. Will Martinez the owner, came over on Sunday @ 10 am to fix things South as that it looked as it should. All included in the original estimate and invoice. No Extra Charge. TRUE Customer SERVICE!!!!"

Andy A on February 2025

Garafano Electric is a local, family-owned establishment based in Eagle Rock. We specialize in all things electric and service individual homes, as well as larger commercial or industrial facilities, for work ranging from small repairs to large-scale projects. We are 11 times Angie’s List Super Service Award recipients (awarded to the "top 5% of qualifying businesses"), and we pride ourselves in providing competitive, fair quotes for all of our work. Give us a call or write us a message and we’ll be sure to assist you in any way we can. First time Angie’s List customers receive a 5% discount!

"Excellent! They were in and out with a crew in one day. We were replacing under kitchen cabinet fluorescent lights with LED. On one cabinet that sits aline, it gave the optical illusion that it was not as bright as the other sections. Will Martinez the owner, came over on Sunday @ 10 am to fix things South as that it looked as it should. All included in the original estimate and invoice. No Extra Charge. TRUE Customer SERVICE!!!!"

Andy A on February 2025

Gandzjuk Electric Incorporated

4.84(
120
)
•Approved Pro

Gandzjuk Electric Incorporated

4.84(
120
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
2007 years of experience

We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as generator installs, wiring, panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We are committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Very polite and professional, will definitely contact them again if I need any other electrical work"

Rick D on August 2023

We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as generator installs, wiring, panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We are committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Very polite and professional, will definitely contact them again if I need any other electrical work"

Rick D on August 2023

Belcom Communications

4.90(
39
)
•Approved Pro

Belcom Communications

4.90(
39
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
2004 years of experience

Belcom Communications is the professional choice for your commercial telecommunications needs. Specializing in the Installation and Relocation of , Business Phone Systems, Voice Mail and Paging systems.We install all cabling and fiber infrastructure for all voice and data networking.

"Jerry is my "Go To" person He actually solved problems the phone provider could not! He is the person to call for installations or issues!"

Cyndi m on June 2025

Belcom Communications is the professional choice for your commercial telecommunications needs. Specializing in the Installation and Relocation of , Business Phone Systems, Voice Mail and Paging systems.We install all cabling and fiber infrastructure for all voice and data networking.

"Jerry is my "Go To" person He actually solved problems the phone provider could not! He is the person to call for installations or issues!"

Cyndi m on June 2025

Rock Bottom Construction, INC.

4.93(
44
)
•Approved Pro

Rock Bottom Construction, INC.

4.93(
44
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
2002 years of experience

is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

"We recently had our electrical panel replaced and couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very first call, Mike was incredibly informative and responsive. He took the time to walk us through the entire process—from permitting and scheduling to what to expect on installation day. Every question we had (and we had a lot!) was answered clearly and patiently. On the day of the job, Mike’s team arrived right on time. They were professional, efficient, and courteous throughout. They took great care to keep the work area clean and were respectful of our home. The replacement was completed on schedule, and the quality of the work was top-notch. Everything was labeled clearly, and Mike even followed up afterward to make sure everything was running smoothly. We really appreciated the transparency with pricing—no surprises, just honest and fair. It’s clear that Mike and his crew take pride in their work and genuinely care about their customers. "

Michele V on November 2025

is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

"We recently had our electrical panel replaced and couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very first call, Mike was incredibly informative and responsive. He took the time to walk us through the entire process—from permitting and scheduling to what to expect on installation day. Every question we had (and we had a lot!) was answered clearly and patiently. On the day of the job, Mike’s team arrived right on time. They were professional, efficient, and courteous throughout. They took great care to keep the work area clean and were respectful of our home. The replacement was completed on schedule, and the quality of the work was top-notch. Everything was labeled clearly, and Mike even followed up afterward to make sure everything was running smoothly. We really appreciated the transparency with pricing—no surprises, just honest and fair. It’s clear that Mike and his crew take pride in their work and genuinely care about their customers. "

Michele V on November 2025

Avatar for Alset Electric

Alset Electric

4.79(
52
)
•Approved Pro

Alset Electric

4.79(
52
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
2019 years of experience

Any residential, commercial, repairs or add-ons, Fair prices, dead-line always a must, owner-operated 20 years experience

"job not done yet"

Vera V on November 2025

Any residential, commercial, repairs or add-ons, Fair prices, dead-line always a must, owner-operated 20 years experience

"job not done yet"

Vera V on November 2025

Avatar for M.Y. Electrical Contractor

M.Y. Electrical Contractor

4.66(
233
)
•Approved Pro

M.Y. Electrical Contractor

4.66(
233
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

**Limited time Angie's List Special: Whole House Rewire!!!!*** M.Y. Electrical has been servicing customers in the area for nearly 25 years. Experienced in full service commercial and residential electrical service. Call us today for a FREE ESTIMATE on all of your electrical needs! Direct number 818-455-6379

"Great job. Thanks"

George 5940 Zelzah R on December 2024

**Limited time Angie's List Special: Whole House Rewire!!!!*** M.Y. Electrical has been servicing customers in the area for nearly 25 years. Experienced in full service commercial and residential electrical service. Call us today for a FREE ESTIMATE on all of your electrical needs! Direct number 818-455-6379

"Great job. Thanks"

George 5940 Zelzah R on December 2024

Avatar for Fairway Electric

Fairway Electric

4.52(
660
)
•Approved Pro

Fairway Electric

4.52(
660
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1995 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT [email protected] OR 310-864-7171 We are not your typical Yellow Page Company. No bait and switch. We are here to earn your respect with good quality work. It's about a relationship and referrals. We include all prices upfront. We do not charge for estimates and will gladly try to walk you through your electrical repair over the phone, if you're up to the task. I have been growing in the trades from 1975, from my first job in a lumber yard stacking lumber then building custom furniture as well as obtaining a background in plumbing. This led to my first job as an electrical helper at age seventeen, by the time I was twenty I was in charge of a Los Angeles based Company for seventeen years. We work with and for several Property Management companies and we have remolded a Ritz Carlton from the ground up in MDR. For the last several years we have been part of building many homes from the ground up and several remodels. NO JOB IS TOO SMALL, we work on all levels of service. We treat all customers with the same respect from the beginning of the job to the finish of the project. Goodwill comes back if you respect your customers. I have been with Angie's list for since 2005 with 11 YEARS of consecutive ( A rated ) ANGIE'S LIST AWARDS. Please contact us at [email protected] or 310-864-7171

"Great job, fixed outlets and put new fixture. On time and very reasonable rates. Got another estimate and they were far less. Will definitely use again"

Al S on July 2025

PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT [email protected] OR 310-864-7171 We are not your typical Yellow Page Company. No bait and switch. We are here to earn your respect with good quality work. It's about a relationship and referrals. We include all prices upfront. We do not charge for estimates and will gladly try to walk you through your electrical repair over the phone, if you're up to the task. I have been growing in the trades from 1975, from my first job in a lumber yard stacking lumber then building custom furniture as well as obtaining a background in plumbing. This led to my first job as an electrical helper at age seventeen, by the time I was twenty I was in charge of a Los Angeles based Company for seventeen years. We work with and for several Property Management companies and we have remolded a Ritz Carlton from the ground up in MDR. For the last several years we have been part of building many homes from the ground up and several remodels. NO JOB IS TOO SMALL, we work on all levels of service. We treat all customers with the same respect from the beginning of the job to the finish of the project. Goodwill comes back if you respect your customers. I have been with Angie's list for since 2005 with 11 YEARS of consecutive ( A rated ) ANGIE'S LIST AWARDS. Please contact us at [email protected] or 310-864-7171

"Great job, fixed outlets and put new fixture. On time and very reasonable rates. Got another estimate and they were far less. Will definitely use again"

Al S on July 2025

Avatar for FYV Electric

FYV Electric

5.00(
19
)
•Approved Pro

FYV Electric

5.00(
19
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2015 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Will performed a great job and was patient with my questions on installing the TESLA Level 2 Home Charger. Stayed until my project was good to go. Fair prices, hire him, look no further."

Dino D on October 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Will performed a great job and was patient with my questions on installing the TESLA Level 2 Home Charger. Stayed until my project was good to go. Fair prices, hire him, look no further."

Dino D on October 2025

...
Showing 1-10 of 1800
Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, you cannot plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your home. Plugging in a generator without an interlocking kit, extension cord, or wall outlet receptacle is incredibly dangerous and can cause back-feeding—power from the generator back-feeds into utility lines. Also, if the main power comes back on while your generator is on, it could damage the generator and cause a house fire.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

The typical cost of a home generator is around $5,000, but prices range from $400 up to $13,000, depending on a few factors. The most significant cost factor is the generator size, as larger generators that can support more square footage usually cost more. You can install an emergency backup generator for between $500 and $2,000 or a partial-home generator for between $2,000 and $6,500. Whole-home generators usually total between $5,000 and $13,000, with some models climbing as high as $18,000.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

The Brea, CA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles