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Fatima Electric, Inc.

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Fatima Electric, Inc.

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
182 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and family operated company with experience since the 1990's in the electrical industry! We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, troubleshooting, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, EV/Electric Charging Stations, and more! Our customers appreciate our trust worthy, detail oriented, and thorough service. We strive to have all our projects come in on time and within your budget! Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Steven did a great job on installation of a new panel. I recommended him to my daughter and her husband and he did a complete re-wire of their house, on time and at a good price."

Stuart O on April 2024

We are a locally owned and family operated company with experience since the 1990's in the electrical industry! We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, troubleshooting, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, EV/Electric Charging Stations, and more! Our customers appreciate our trust worthy, detail oriented, and thorough service. We strive to have all our projects come in on time and within your budget! Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Steven did a great job on installation of a new panel. I recommended him to my daughter and her husband and he did a complete re-wire of their house, on time and at a good price."

Stuart O on April 2024


"Fernando did an excellent job and I am keeping his contact info for future needs. He is very professional and shows up on time. He made wonderful suggestions on adding power for outdoor lighting and repair and improvement of a switch. Hi recommendation involved hiding the wiring by hooking the 2 devices up to a double switch on an inside wall. Other bidders suggested attaching almost 20 feet of wiring to the exterior of my house. He explained everything very clearly. He noticed an outdoor outlet that wasn't rain proof and suggested changing that out. Finally, his price was very fair and lower than other bids. I highly recommend FH Electric for any electric needs."

Barbara G on November 2024

FH Electric LLC. is here to help you with all your electrical needs big and small. We are licensed, skilled and easy to work with. Give us a call today. We look forward to working with you.

"Fernando did an excellent job and I am keeping his contact info for future needs. He is very professional and shows up on time. He made wonderful suggestions on adding power for outdoor lighting and repair and improvement of a switch. Hi recommendation involved hiding the wiring by hooking the 2 devices up to a double switch on an inside wall. Other bidders suggested attaching almost 20 feet of wiring to the exterior of my house. He explained everything very clearly. He noticed an outdoor outlet that wasn't rain proof and suggested changing that out. Finally, his price was very fair and lower than other bids. I highly recommend FH Electric for any electric needs."

Barbara G on November 2024


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BA Electric, Inc.

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BA Electric, Inc.

4.86(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We take great pride 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 the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"James, the owner came out for me on a Saturday after my power was restored, but only to half of my house. Within minutes he found it was the GFI in my bathroom that would not reset causing the rest of the house not to come on. Could not be happier with the service."

Kay F on March 2024

We take great pride 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 the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"James, the owner came out for me on a Saturday after my power was restored, but only to half of my house. Within minutes he found it was the GFI in my bathroom that would not reset causing the rest of the house not to come on. Could not be happier with the service."

Kay F on March 2024


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Hogan Electric

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Hogan 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

Hogan Electric is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Jared did good work and stuck to the pricing he quoted. He was personable, on time, patient and and took the time to explain everything when asked. He was has the knowledge, skills and ability to get the job done right. I really appreciate the extra efforts he took to make sure the wiring looked clean and professionally installed. The nature of the work is that there are wires in the walls that nobody would ever see, but he took the time to organize, staple them and did things right. I would recommend Jared’s services to friends and family. I’m happy with his work."

Lasan C on February 2022

Hogan Electric is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Jared did good work and stuck to the pricing he quoted. He was personable, on time, patient and and took the time to explain everything when asked. He was has the knowledge, skills and ability to get the job done right. I really appreciate the extra efforts he took to make sure the wiring looked clean and professionally installed. The nature of the work is that there are wires in the walls that nobody would ever see, but he took the time to organize, staple them and did things right. I would recommend Jared’s services to friends and family. I’m happy with his work."

Lasan C on February 2022


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Wendt Electric

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Wendt Electric

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

We take great pride 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 the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great quality service I would highly recommend them."

Danny C on April 2022

We take great pride 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 the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great quality service I would highly recommend them."

Danny C on April 2022



Reichert Building Solutions

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Reichert Building Solutions

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

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your (PWC) needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"they are great"

Jenny H on July 2024

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your (PWC) needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"they are great"

Jenny H on July 2024


Napa Lock & Safe

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Napa Lock & Safe

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17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general Contractor home improvement services that are customizable 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 and being of service.

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general Contractor home improvement services that are customizable 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 and being of service.


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Dalcon Electric

4.81(
357
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Dalcon Electric

4.81(
357
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
823 local quotes requested

We are an Electrical Contracting Company providing top quality electrical services to South Bay, East Bay, and the Peninsula! David Lee, the owner of Dalcon Electric, started doing electrical work in the San Jose area over 30 years ago. Then, in 1993, he started Dalcon Electric in San Jose. With over 30 years of experience in both residential and commercial work, we take pride in our expertise and professionalism. We always give you a fair price and can often recommend ways to save you money on your electrical job. We are family owned and operated company! We are also licensed, bonded, and insured! Give us a call today! You’ll be in good hands! Ask about our Angie's List coupon and senior discounts. Award winning. Certified Copalum Installers. SPAN Certified Installers.

"Services went great. They arrived early very professional completed. The job completely cleaned up after they were done and were very professional during the entire project. I couldn’t recommend the gentleman any higher."

Chris B on July 2025

We are an Electrical Contracting Company providing top quality electrical services to South Bay, East Bay, and the Peninsula! David Lee, the owner of Dalcon Electric, started doing electrical work in the San Jose area over 30 years ago. Then, in 1993, he started Dalcon Electric in San Jose. With over 30 years of experience in both residential and commercial work, we take pride in our expertise and professionalism. We always give you a fair price and can often recommend ways to save you money on your electrical job. We are family owned and operated company! We are also licensed, bonded, and insured! Give us a call today! You’ll be in good hands! Ask about our Angie's List coupon and senior discounts. Award winning. Certified Copalum Installers. SPAN Certified Installers.

"Services went great. They arrived early very professional completed. The job completely cleaned up after they were done and were very professional during the entire project. I couldn’t recommend the gentleman any higher."

Chris B on July 2025


Michael Leasure

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Michael Leasure

New on AngiNew on Angi
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67 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

As long as your generator is used as recommended by the manufacturer, it’s safe to use for auxiliary power. Make sure that fuel powered generators are used outdoors and that the fumes dissipate away from your home. A professional generator installer will ensure your generator’s placement and set-up meets safety standards when installing or repairing your back-up power source.

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.

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

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