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Link Electrix
4.7(
63
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Serving Cambria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The technician was clear and concise about his work and was extremely efficient and was very quick and dilligent about the quality of his work."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.4(
78
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Serving Cambria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job was done quickly. The plumber installed a new garbage disposal, fixed the sink faucet issue another plumber said was unfixable, and repaired a toilet. He was polite, efficient and cleaned up after himself thoroughly."
Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Installing brand new and high efficiency units

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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Link Electrix
4.7(
61
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Serving Cambria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I echo the thoughts of so many others and that of Sydney, in that you would think Link Electric wrote this review. Marcus is incredibly polite, attentive, easy-going, upbeat demeanor, professional and most of all, knowledgeable. When he told me he had finished installing the outside breakers, I was taken back because it he did it so quickly. I have another project to be done and Marcus will be the person I hire! He is truly exceptional like so many other have written."
Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Borders Electric, LLC
4.9(
40
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Serving Cambria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Highly recommend. Andy installed ceiling fans that required some complex wiring and multiple light fixtures. He was super friendly, clear and accommodating, and trustworthy. We are in the process of fixing up an older condo, and he will be our go-to electrician whenever we have a need."
Solar, add battery backup
Battery with transfer switch
Solar, add battery backup
Electronics
Solar with Battery Backup

+6

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Hot Leg Electric
4.7(
47
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Serving Cambria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Ryan from Hotleg Electric to upgrade an electrical panel. While we had him there we also decided have him install some can lights and move a few switches around. The work in the panel was perfect. Everything was labeled clearly, and all the wiring was impressively neat. He cleaned up after himself. Very professional."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for generator install projects in Cambria, CA

When maintained properly, a whole-house generator can last up to 20 years. Costs to maintain and repair generators vary by location and type of generator, but you can expect to pay about $150 to $300 per year for annual generator maintenance checks. An experienced generator service technician will inspect your generator’s engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels to keep your generator in good working condition for as long as possible.

Installing a whole-house generator costs about $5,000 on average. Prices range from $1,550 to $8,500, depending on size, brand, fuel type, and assembly. The size of your whole-house generator is the most significant cost factor, with large homes with high energy demands costing the most to power. Types of whole-home generators include:

  • Portable generators with 1kW–7.5kW capacity: $500–$2,000

  • Partial generators with 9kW–20kW capacity: $2,000–$6,300

  • Whole-house generators with 22kW–48kW: $5,000–$18,000

When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 watts

Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running. 

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

The value of installing a whole-house generator is that your home has guaranteed power, even if the power grid in your area is down. Whether a whole-house generator is worth installing in your home depends on how often you use it, your home’s location, and your lifestyle. For example, installing a whole-house generator is likely worth it if you:

  • Experience frequent or prolonged power outages

  • Work from home

  • Store a lot of cold food

  • Have a sump pump

  • Have a pump for well water

  • Use electronic medical devices

  • Live in a climate requiring heating or cooling

The Cambria, CA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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