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Avatar for A/C Benton Electric
A/C Benton Electric
5.0(
17
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I was having a problem with my electrical panel the power keep flickering so I called Chris he came out the same day he drove all the way to Marysville and told me my whole panel needed to be replaced, needed to get a permit from PG&E so they came out the next day told me the main breaker needed replacing right away so I called Chris he came back out replaced the breaker even checked the rest of the breakers, clean the post and was done in about 10 minutes he even didn't charge me for the first time he came out. I would recommend Chris he is very courteous he arrives on time he will let you know if he's going to be late he is very affordable all around great guy."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rooster Electric Co
5.0(
10
)
Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Our house is over 30 years old and the electrical panel was in questionable state after various contractors over the years had accessed it for their projects. For safety and security reasons, we had Rooster Electric upgrade the electrical panel. The electrician needed to cut the house siding to install the new panel and did so expertly, providing new trim and caulking. The job looks great and we feel safer now that the panel is up to specs. Thank you, Rooster Electric, for walking us through the project and doing excellent work. Weâ re so tired of contractors taking the quick and easy route to get their job done rather than providing good, respectable customer service. Youâ ll get our recommendation whenever someone asks if we know a good and trustworthy electrical company. L&N in Fair Oaks"
Generator-fed subpanel to house
ATS
Old - Zinsco style
New, 200 amp panel
Response time2 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Hunts Electrical Services
Hunts Electrical Services
5.0(
27
)
Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Just had them come and install some can lighting in my hall way that I wanted for some time now. They were able to remove my old fixture in the hall and install 4 new LED can lights, even installed the dimmer I wanted with it. Much appreciated!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ridgeway Construction, Inc.
Ridgeway Construction, Inc.
4.7(
16
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very responsive to the initial request. He came out promptly and gave an estimate. He followed up in writing. He showed up on time every day and communicated with us as needed. The job took longer than estimated but he completed it as soon as he could and honored his original estimate. He provided good quality work. He cleaned up the area daily and was safe with Covid-19 precautions."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Bodie Electric Inc
Bodie Electric Inc
5.0(
1
)
Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hi there! My name is Jake and I am the owner of Bodie Electric. With over 15 years of electrical experience ranging from residential panel upgrades to $20M jobs at Levi’s Stadium and UC Davis; there is no job too big or too small! I specialize in Solar, Generators, Batteries, Panel Upgrades, and engineering for large scale projects. My goal is to be as many people’s electrician they can call for questions, help, pricing, and install. I am a single man crew that is licensed, bonded, and insured.

Battery and Panel
2 Batteries
3 batteries
Solar and battery
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install FAQs, answered by experts

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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