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Excellence Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Capistrano Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent quality and value, prompt install of a 200 Amp panel. Raymond and his team are A+ electricians who go above and beyond. The job site looks like new, paint/stucco meticulously patched up. Will hire again and recommend."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
18
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Serving Capistrano Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Great service got my charging station set up at my home and the tech upgraded my panel for a lower price then what I had got quoted from other electricians."
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade

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Alset Electric
4.8(
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Serving Capistrano Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eddie did a great job from start to finish installing my new upgraded electrical panel and the price was right. I was very pleased with the service. I highly recommend for all your electrical needs."
Transformer
Beautiful chandelier set up power with switch and put chandelier together piece by piece
Lighting for kitchen counters with a switch.. you can turn on and off.. really cool looking.. something different..
Trenching
Trenching

+62

Response time1 day
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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ARIA 4 Construction, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Serving Capistrano Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were able to come and install a new breaker for my water heater and fixed my Schlege lock easily and quickly. They were friendly and fair. I would definitely recommend!"
Upgrade Pannel
Rewiring
Install Recessed Lights
EV Charger
Low Voltage Outdoor Lighting

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blackstone Construction Group, Inc.
4.9(
16
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Serving Capistrano Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Allen was very competent, courteous and efficient. He provided all the material needed to install my surround system and completed the work in short order. Great service."
Commercial
Response time2 days
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APEX ELECTRIC L.L.C.
5.0(
8
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Serving Capistrano Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Erik has done several jobs for us installing lights, fans, light switches, and more. He is always on time, has great communication, excellent and fair pricing, and does stellar work. He is also incredibly reliable. I highly recommend him!"
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+9

Response time1 day
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Recommended by37%of homeowners
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1st Place Electric Company Inc.
5.0(
12
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Serving Capistrano Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had the pleasure of having 1st Place Electric install a new panel at my place. They were punctual, thorough, and the price was incredibly reasonable. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and affordable electrical services. Price $2,000"
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Lutron Vive Golf Project
Lutron Vive Golf Project
Emergency Generator

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

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.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

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.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

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