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M W Electric
4.9(
109
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Calabasas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mark at MW electric was outstanding. He took a difficult challenge and did a super great job installing a new transfer switch to my house electrical panel, which will allow me to hook up a generator and run my house if there is an electrical outage. I couldn't be happier, and he is great to work with and reasonable. I will hire him again."
Vehicle Charging Station
200 amp panel upgrade
EV 50 amp branch circuit
EV 50 amp branch circuit
EV 50 AMP BRANCH CIRCUIT

+5

Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
19
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Calabasas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Sergio did a fantastic job! Very happy with the clean install of my tier 2 charger and he added a plug down below my panel. Would recommend for any sort of EV charging installs! Clear communicator, showed up when he said he would and his services were well-priced!"
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade

+1

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HONEY BEE ELECTRIC INC.
5.0(
9
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Calabasas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am just so super extremely happy with the quality of work done, no doubt exceeded my expectations. It was a challenging install to get it from the panel through up the wall, over the roof and then through the attic into the garage, about an 80 foot run. I’m extremely particular about clean minimalist aesthetics to match the modern home we have. Such beautiful work, looks like it was designed for the home. Honestly can’t wait to work with Bumblebee for future projects. His commercial experience really shines through."
200 AMP
HONEY BEE ELECTRIC
desk light
desk light
desk light

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Electrical Bzzz
5.0(
52
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Calabasas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Robert did an amazing job installing several 3-way Leviton WiFi smart switches in the stairwell of my home. He was very professional, detail oriented with the install, and did a great job sharing the info with me on how he set things up! The work areas were all cleaned up and he took his time to make sure everything was pristine. I definitely recommend Robert if you’re looking to have any electrical work done. Thank you!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ADI Electrical Services, Inc.
4.4(
5,641
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Calabasas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very responsive. The owner of the company was here the day after we called to inquire, and we liked his answers to all of our questions. We made an immediate decision to hire them to install a 'stand-by' generator. First, the delivery of the generator was amazingly fast and then the installation was done promptly and professionally. There were enough people here to complete the installation. Within a few days a stucco repair man was here to patch the necessary holes. All-in-all, the overall service, responsiveness and professionalism were of the highest standards. I highly recommend Mr. Ariel Kahane and his crew of ADI Electrical Services."
Tesla Wall Connector / Car Charger
Tesla Wall Connector / Car Charger
Landscape  Lights
Recess Lights and Chandelier  Installation
Recess Lights  Installation

+13

Response time8 hrs
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

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