Top-rated generator install pros.

Get matched with top generator install pros in Fair Oaks, CA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your generator install project in Fair Oaks, CA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Generator install pros in Fair Oaks

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%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Rooster Electric Co
Rooster Electric Co
5.0(
9
)
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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for J H Electrical Company
J H Electrical Company
4.5(
140
)
Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JH had to replace our electric box including the necessary grounding under our home to the water pipe, ground arching to the water heater. JH got the county permit, coordinated with SMUD to turn off then on our electricity and get county inspector to pass the work, all expedited. He also kept our necessary appliances running with his generator. I couldn t be more pleased with work."
photos
Electrical Services
Electrical Services
Electrical Services
Electrical Services

+29

Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
105 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Silver Lining Electric
Silver Lining Electric
5.0(
11
)
Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"honestly one of those guys you can count on. He does really solid work, knows his stuff, and takes pride in what he does. He’s easy to talk to, super respectful, and just a hard-working guy all around. If you need someone who actually cares about doing the job right, he’s your guy."
Main Panel upgrade
Main Panel upgrade
Main Panel upgrade
Main Panel upgrade
Main Panel upgrade

+10

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Stones Electric Services LLC
Stones Electric Services LLC
5.0(
5
)
Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Your panel doesn’t care how cheap the last guy was. Neither does the fire it can start. At Stones Electric, we do it once, do it to code, and stand behind it — electrical work built to outlast the house. Citrus Heights and beyond. Electrician serving Sacramento, Citrus Heights, Roseville, El Dorado Hills, Natomas, Woodland, Grass Valley and surrounding areas. SPECIALTIES: • Challenger panel removal & replacement (fire hazard specialists) • Federal Pacific (FPE) panel replacement • 100A → 200A → 300A service upgrades • EV charger installation (Level 2, Tesla ready) • Electrical troubleshooting & diagnostics • Circuit breaker repair & replacement • New construction wiring • Code compliance inspections • Emergency electrical service (24/7)

Panel Installation
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Phoenix Energy Solutions, Inc.
Phoenix Energy Solutions, Inc.
4.6(
22
)
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I requested a quote from Angi's list and was contacted by telephone within minutes. An appointment was set for the next day. The contractor showed up on time, repaired our problem and gladly completed extra work that was not originally scheduled. I would definitely use this service again."
Project Photos
Project Photos
Project Photos
Project Photos
Project Photos

+8

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 123
Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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.

Yes. You can connect your home back-up battery to a generator with its designated charger. Be sure that the output of the generator matches the input requirements for the battery for best results.

To determine the right size generator for your house, you should calculate the total wattage of the appliances and devices you want to power during an outage. List all essential items, note their start-up wattages, and add them together.

Here are some typical wattage requirements for common appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 to 4,500 watts

  • Electric furnace: 5,000 to 25,000 watts

A 7,500-watt generator might be sufficient for essentials like a refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits. However, for high-demand items like a water heater or furnace, a whole-home generator is a better choice. A portable generator may be enough if you only need to power a few critical items.

While home square footage can offer a rough estimate, it is not always a reliable indicator. For reference, here are some typical generator sizes based on square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14 kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16 kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20 kW+

For the most accurate sizing, consult a professional who can calculate your home's peak and average power consumption and recommend the optimal generator.

The Fair Oaks, CA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.