"He took an outdated, challenging Zinsco electrical panel and replaced it along with the old wires. The metal house siding was reinstalled and looks so professional! Jeremy has earned every dollar for making my home a safer place to live."
At Sonoma Sun Electric Inc we specialize in residential and commercial electrical applications. We strive for customer satisfaction by understanding the clients needs, explaining exactly what the scope of work will entail, performing work with a dedication to safety and cleanliness. We work with the commitment to these standards so our reputation will stand far after the job has been completed.
"We recently had Mega Power Electric Inc install a solar system and panels. The President and provided excellent communication all the way through the process. He even met with us after installation to explain the almost incomprehensible PG&E bill. Although not the least expensive bid, his was competitive and I felt he was as interested in educating me about solar and the various types of panels and inverter systems as he was in selling a system. He demonstrated how the array of panels would meet our energy needs and as opposed to some of the other companies, wasn't selling us more than we needed. We are very satisfied with our solar system and I highly recommended Mega Power Electric Inc."
"LG Electric was great to work with from start to finish. Eric met with me prior to the start of the job to review the project and allowed me time for questions. Eric and his crew communicated with me on a regular basis about the job, progress, payment schedule and timeline. Their work was very clean and professional as was the entire crew. I would highly recommend them if you are looking for an electrician!"
At Sonoma Sun Electric Inc we specialize in residential and commercial electrical applications. We strive for customer satisfaction by understanding the clients needs, explaining exactly what the scope of work will entail, preforming work with a dedication to safety and cleanliness. We work with the commitment to these standards so our reputation will stand far after the job has been completed.
"His name is Andrew Johnson. He is going to be doing our carport next. He does all of our electrical but he also does incredible solar. It was around $17,000 for the solar. We have a big house. You can't beat his prices. He doesn't have a huge company. His guys are great. He shows up when he says. He does meticulous work. The city's came out and told him right in front us that he did better than perfect. He lives in our neighborhood. He told him to get on Angie's List"
"Overall, it was a very pleasant experience with no real complaints to speak of. Overall they get an "A" rating from me, the only ding being a "B" for punctuality due to a postponed appointment. This might be due to the city inspector, but quite possibly because they were quite a few people handling my account which lead to some information confusion. The Verengo employees were always very courteous and up front about the information. You will find many resources prompting you to buy solar if you can, and I would agree, but if you don't have the $20k (estimated) then leasing it is the way to go and here's why: Your situation may vary, but my lowest electric bill (winter) was $120. We have a modest 2k sqft home with A/C and evaporative cooler. We use electricity responsibly, but we are power hungry in that I have a lot of air tools and appliances. In the summer the bill would push in the mid $500 range depending on how much I was willing to suffer through my evaporative cooler on the 110+ degree weather days. After the engineering, evaluation, installation, and initiation, my bill is a flat $128. Keep in mind that my lowest bill was $120 and I'm sure that included a vacation and a few days of maximizing darkness. Electric like fuel will never go down, and even though they will be slight* (you will have your increase schedule) it is still comparably lower than the electric company's yearly price hike. While I will not truly enjoy *free electric due to the lease, I did manage to lower my electric bill for years to come and the kicker is that I don't have to worry about the maintenance. To sweeten the deal, if I come across some money and pay my system off in advance, there are no penalties. So the system works, is remotely monitored, and I'm saving money. What other concern could you have? Installation? The conduit on the sides leading to the inverter were color matched to my home. I maintain my on evaporative cooler so I frequent the roof and know what things should look like up there. All of their work is sealed properly and positioned straight. They even repaired some previously cracked concrete tiles on my roof. I was impressed by their service.
Do your research if in the area, there are multiple solar companies trying to get your business. In the end I went with Verengo due to the customer service. I ended up being happy with the price as well. If you find this review helpful, mention me so we can both get added rebates ;).
"I'm very happy with the work that was done by Landmark construction and energy crew. At first, we met with Ron that came over and met with us about the issues that we had with our water heater and with the bills that we currently pay for electric. Ron recommended us to replace the bulky old water heater and to install a tankless system that will supply hot water immediately and with the use of less gas. We liked that idea and we decided to go for this project. Ron came over to our house with his 2 people that basically took care of all the removal and the installation of the new system. The work that they did took only 2 days from start to finish and now we have more space at the garage, and the bills are much lower than before…."
A 60W LED bulb is likely labeled as “60W replacement” on the package—that’s because it provides about the same light output as a 60W incandescent bulb. In reality, it likely uses less energy—usually 15 watts or less. If that’s the case, then it’s perfectly fine to put a 60W LED bulb in a 40W socket. Your best bet is to read the package carefully. It will tell you the LED bulb’s actual wattage, and as long as it’s lower than the fixture, the bulb will be safe to use.
Several signs can indicate a light switch is bad. If the switch feels loose, slides down after you flip it, or requires multiple flicks to turn the light on, it may be failing. Other common indicators include flickering lights or a general failure to turn the light on or off. Pay attention to any unusual sounds, such as crackling, buzzing, or popping when you operate the switch. More serious signs, which can present a fire or shock hazard, include the switch feeling excessively warm or hot, sparking, smoking, or emitting a burning smell. If you notice any of these dangerous signs, stop using the switch immediately and call an electrician.
Yes, you must use an extension cord specifically rated for outdoor use to power outdoor lights, such as Christmas lights. Extension cords intended for indoor use lack the protective properties to withstand exposure to outdoor elements. To safely hang and power lights outside your house or in your yard, always connect them to an outdoor power source using an outdoor-rated extension cord.
Hire an electrician the same way you would an employee. Ask questions and look for a good fit. Streamline the process by using these questions to ask an electrician. It's also common to ask for a quote in writing. Don’t forget to provide all the project details to ensure there are no surprises or opportunities for added fees.
There are a few telltale signs that it’s time for a replacement. You should consider an upgrade if:
Your panel is over 25 years old
You’re adding a new electrical system
Your current system doesn’t offer the power you need
Your home is a jungle of power strips
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