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Dalcon Electric
4.5(
426
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Serving Cupertino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Carlos did looked at the place where I want the additional electrical outlet to be installed. I was so happy to hear his recommendation. I would recommend him to my family and friends. Carlos, is very professional and have a great professional attitude. Keep it up Carlos!"
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+9

Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Apollo Electric
4.8(
183
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Serving Cupertino, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ted did an excellent job installing a long 60A/240V line (6 gauge) from the house panel to our detached garage with a 60A disconnect ending in a Tesla Wall Connector. Communication through email worked perfectly, he was always on time, was thorough, used quality materials, worked efficiently, left the area clean, lined up the inspection, and charged a very reasonable fee compared to two other bids. I give my highest recommendation."
Original 1960's Zinsco Panel
Old Zinsco Breakers
New 200 amp Panel
Final Product with stucco matched perfectly
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+64

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Dalcon, Inc.
4.7(
83
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Serving Cupertino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Showed up on promptly and completed work efficiently for a simple cable and outlet install. Scheduled within 2 days! Communication via app was always prompt. Would work with again!"
SPAN Smart Panel
SPAN Smart Panel
Los Gatos Multi Meter
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rashid Kaddoura
4.8(
127
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Serving Cupertino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the right person to hire for all your electrical needs ! I had quite a few things that needed repair or replaced, some major and minor projects, and he put 110% into it. I would hire him for all my electrical needs. He sure knows his stuff ! Rashid Thank You again !!"
Response time10 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Pellegrin Electric
5.0(
23
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Serving Cupertino, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’ve had a great experience working with Alfonso. Always on time, very responsive, and communicates clearly throughout the process. He provided excellent suggestions and recommendations that really improved the outcome of our rebuild. He handled our tricky under-counter lighting installation with ease and also set us up with temporary power when we faced delays upgrading our panel with PG&E. The quality of his work is great, and he’s capable of handling any electrical need. Highly recommend!"
Los Gatos  ligthing Kitchen
Los Gatos Kitchen
Kitchen under cabinet ligths and receptacles.
Rewired complete Bathroom
Saratoga Bathroom remodel.

+51

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Emelco Electric
4.5(
385
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Serving Cupertino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Timely responses. Arrived promptly at the scheduled time (first business day after sending in an Angie request). They were professional and got the job done. I hired them again when I needed some outlets, switches, and under-cabinet lights installed."
LED  recess lights
Commercial Lighting
Ceiling fan in San Jose
Ceiling fan in San Jose
Recessed lights in Fremont CA

+7

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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CA Electrical Group 24/7
4.7(
61
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Serving Cupertino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, great work, and very willing to please. They removed all the knob and tube wiring and brought my house up to current code. And the great thing is, they were very reasonable in price, actually they blew all my other bids out of the water. Five generations of electricians, and it shows. I would recommend them to anyone. Thank you to you both for a great job."
apartment rewire
main service panel upgrade multi meters
tesla
new 3 phase commercial electrical panel
solar ready main panel

+123

Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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GAETAWAY ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
13
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Serving Cupertino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had just bought a new electric vehicle and needed to get a charger hooked up in the garage ASAP. I sent an email and Jacob called me within minutes. He came over on New Year?s Day and did the install. He was clean. quick and professional. I will call again if I need anything else."
Exterior LED lighting and address
Pergola ceiling fan/lighting.
Tesla home electric vehicle charging station and conduit install.
Commercial LED high bay lighting.
Generac home electric vehicle charging station, conduit/outlet install.

+9

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Avant Electric, Inc.
4.8(
16
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Serving Cupertino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team at Avant is next level. From planning, to prep and through final inspections, Avant’s skilled approach allows the home-owner to get from ideation to ”finished” without any pressure to do more than our budget allowed. We upgraded our panel; moved the PG&E drop so the wifi meter was no longer next to our master suite; installed a new EV fast-charger; installed a new home security system; upgraded indoor and installed new automated outdoor lighting AND re-wired all our 220a appliances. I’d recommend Avant for any home-owner seeking high value excellent workmanship!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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