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Searchlight Electric, LLC

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Searchlight Electric, LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Reliable, Honest, Hardworker. Always respond to text and phone calls promptly. We used Petes services multiple times, which included full kitchen rewiring, bathroom remodel and outlet help in an older house. Highly recommend his work/service."

Tony S on January 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Reliable, Honest, Hardworker. Always respond to text and phone calls promptly. We used Petes services multiple times, which included full kitchen rewiring, bathroom remodel and outlet help in an older house. Highly recommend his work/service."

Tony S on January 2024


"Great work Reasonable rates Easy to work with Sane"

Shane S on February 2024

Here at Wired-Right-Electric we are a fully licensed and insured contracting company working with residential and commercial properties. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and skillset.

"Great work Reasonable rates Easy to work with Sane"

Shane S on February 2024


ED'S ELECTRIC

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ED'S ELECTRIC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

ED'S ELECTRIC is currently serving Sacramento and the surrounding areas. For a job well done with your residential services, please give us a call today. All estimates are free for perspective customers.

"Eduardo was very professional and helpful! Will definitely call him again when I have another project in mind."

Debbie M on January 2023

ED'S ELECTRIC is currently serving Sacramento and the surrounding areas. For a job well done with your residential services, please give us a call today. All estimates are free for perspective customers.

"Eduardo was very professional and helpful! Will definitely call him again when I have another project in mind."

Debbie M on January 2023


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Amber Electrical Service

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Amber Electrical Service

4.94(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

We understand that every business and home has a project and every project has a budget. Our team of professionals works with each client to create a custom solution to fit their needs. We make sure to deliver the right results at the right price. So just when you thought that hiring a professional electrician was "not in the budget," think again! We will work with you to do everything we can to make your vision become a reality! With over 10 years of experience we pride ourselves on offering our customers the highest quality work at the lowest possible price. Our customers are always our priority, we do everything we can to be sure that each project is completed on budget, on time, with 100% customer satisfaction. 925-483-6108 CALL or EMAIL US TODAY [email protected]

"Good customer service. The work done was explained in detail."

Carmen H on February 2024

We understand that every business and home has a project and every project has a budget. Our team of professionals works with each client to create a custom solution to fit their needs. We make sure to deliver the right results at the right price. So just when you thought that hiring a professional electrician was "not in the budget," think again! We will work with you to do everything we can to make your vision become a reality! With over 10 years of experience we pride ourselves on offering our customers the highest quality work at the lowest possible price. Our customers are always our priority, we do everything we can to be sure that each project is completed on budget, on time, with 100% customer satisfaction. 925-483-6108 CALL or EMAIL US TODAY [email protected]

"Good customer service. The work done was explained in detail."

Carmen H on February 2024


T-1 Electric, Inc.

4.81(
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T-1 Electric, Inc.

4.81(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

With over 10 years of experience in the electrical industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give T-1 Electric, Inc. a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Estimate I was given by a reputable handyman service was twice the amount that Tony actually charged me for the work. There were 3 fixtures and a troublesome GFCI outlet in my project. He took care of the work in about 2 hours (including the time to purchase the needed parts). His work was outstanding!"

Dwane M on March 2018

With over 10 years of experience in the electrical industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give T-1 Electric, Inc. a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Estimate I was given by a reputable handyman service was twice the amount that Tony actually charged me for the work. There were 3 fixtures and a troublesome GFCI outlet in my project. He took care of the work in about 2 hours (including the time to purchase the needed parts). His work was outstanding!"

Dwane M on March 2018


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Atomic Telecomm & Electrical Inc.

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Atomic Telecomm & Electrical Inc.

4.94(
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35 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We can take on a wide range of residential projects to include computer network or wiring, telephone, security system installs and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Job was tough due to small working space. They persisted and got the work done! Appreciated the extra help with cleanup and arranging the dryer for maximum efficiency."

Sheree L on November 2024

We can take on a wide range of residential projects to include computer network or wiring, telephone, security system installs and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Job was tough due to small working space. They persisted and got the work done! Appreciated the extra help with cleanup and arranging the dryer for maximum efficiency."

Sheree L on November 2024


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Fitch Electric, Inc.

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Fitch Electric, Inc.

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Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We are authorized Generac dealers and installers of whole home generator systems. We take pride in our customer service and customer satisfaction. From start to finish we will educate our clients and communicate thoroughly through the whole process. Additionally we take on commercial work and residential work. We offer free consultations on all aspects of work. Let us help you meet your electrical needs today.

"Lucas Fitch called me within 10 minutes of posting an inquiry on Angi. He came out the next morning, discussed the project in detail, and gave me a written estimate (which was detailed and very reasonable) that same day. The job was completed the next week by two knowledgeable, professional, and friendly technicians. What an impressive company! "

Anastasia I on August 2025

We are authorized Generac dealers and installers of whole home generator systems. We take pride in our customer service and customer satisfaction. From start to finish we will educate our clients and communicate thoroughly through the whole process. Additionally we take on commercial work and residential work. We offer free consultations on all aspects of work. Let us help you meet your electrical needs today.

"Lucas Fitch called me within 10 minutes of posting an inquiry on Angi. He came out the next morning, discussed the project in detail, and gave me a written estimate (which was detailed and very reasonable) that same day. The job was completed the next week by two knowledgeable, professional, and friendly technicians. What an impressive company! "

Anastasia I on August 2025


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Glo-Electric

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Glo-Electric

4.43(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
276 local quotes requested

Family and veteran owned and operated company, professional trained, drug tested, background checked, electricians providing residential and commercial service, repair and new installations servicing the greater bay area with the best service in the industry.

"They did quality work on a tight timeline"

Jocelyn T on May 2024

Family and veteran owned and operated company, professional trained, drug tested, background checked, electricians providing residential and commercial service, repair and new installations servicing the greater bay area with the best service in the industry.

"They did quality work on a tight timeline"

Jocelyn T on May 2024


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Mr Electric of Concord CA

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Mr Electric of Concord CA

4.96(
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173 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

Established in 1994, Mr. Electric is a global franchise organization providing electrical installation and repair services. Recognized by Entrepreneur magazine among its Franchise 500, Mr. Electric franchisees provide these services to both residential and commercial customers at almost 200 locations worldwide. Mr. Electric is a subsidiary of the Neighborly family of service franchises.

"Just needed a 240V outlet in a laundry room. Mr Electric did just fine."

Jon L on June 2025

Established in 1994, Mr. Electric is a global franchise organization providing electrical installation and repair services. Recognized by Entrepreneur magazine among its Franchise 500, Mr. Electric franchisees provide these services to both residential and commercial customers at almost 200 locations worldwide. Mr. Electric is a subsidiary of the Neighborly family of service franchises.

"Just needed a 240V outlet in a laundry room. Mr Electric did just fine."

Jon L on June 2025


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Golden State Contractors

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Golden State Contractors

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25 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

Here at Pacific Contractors we are a fully licensed an insured contracting company specializing and generator repairs and installations. We work with residential and commercial clients. We are an authorized Generac sales and service dealer service the East Bay and North Bay. No job is too large or small for us. Call now for a free quote.

Here at Pacific Contractors we are a fully licensed an insured contracting company specializing and generator repairs and installations. We work with residential and commercial clients. We are an authorized Generac sales and service dealer service the East Bay and North Bay. No job is too large or small for us. Call now for a free quote.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, this is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and you should never attempt it. If you connect your generator to your home without a transfer switch, the generated power can backfeed, essentially flowing back into the utility lines. Backfeeding exposes a significant threat of fatalities or harm to you and utility personnel, in addition to jeopardizing the structural integrity of your home.

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

You can determine what size generator you need by listing the various appliances it will power during an outage. Write down the start-up watt usage, and then add them all together. 

A 7,500-watt generator will run your refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits without a problem. However, you’ll need an extra 3,000 to 4,500 watts to run your water heater and another 5,000 to 25,000 watts to run your electric furnace. In these instances, a whole-home generator is your best bet for running your critical equipment.

If you’re wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

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