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Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"William and his team did a fantastic job upgrading our meter panel. They took care of all the permits and had the job done on time and on schedule. They were extremely communicative throughout the entire process and I would use them for all electrical services in the future."
Response time3 days
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Excellence Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Excellence Electric, they installed a Tesla connector in my garage, they were punctual and the work was of the highest quality."
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Electra-Comm, Inc.
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were able to come out next day and install my EV charger. Ryan was communicative and responsive and got me an estimate quickly. Overall excellent customer service and work well done!"
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Electrical box and panel
Installing recessed lighting
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Albrik Electric Co.
5.0(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Albrik Electric Co was contracted out as a 3rd party to complete an installation for a business client. The former electrical contractor was let go and Albrik Electric Co stepped in to resume the work. Between the ease of communication, the quality of work, flexibility of work time, and fair pricing, I highly recommend using Albrik Electric Co. We will consider using this company again for future projects."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
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Fairway Electric
4.5(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul and his team were very professional, punctual and stayed in communication about the installation process. I would definitely hire them again!"
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Response time1 day
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Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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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."
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M.Y. Electrical Contractor
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Impressed with Luis & team. First installed new outlets for a TV, moved an outlet, installed outdoor lights, then upgraded my electric panel. Each time great work, very reliable, and I know it’s fairly priced."
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Response time1 day
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Wilson Electric
4.5(
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Serving Downey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job was done right and price was fair for the EV charger install. I like that they consulted with me on options instead of rushing through the job."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

If your home already has a grinder pump and you’re still noticing issues (like frequently clogged toilets and sinks), it could be time to upgrade your grinder pump. Start by checking your existing horsepower. If there are four or fewer people living in your home, using a 1/2-horsepower grinder pump should be sufficient. Larger households should consider investing in a 1-horsepower grinder pump to maximize wastewater removal efforts.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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