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Mattiace Electric
5.0(
68
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Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mattiace Electric is awesome! Billy got the job done in a quick, efficient and kind manner. I couldn't have asked for anything more. He installed 2 light fixtures and had to install ceiling boxes to connect the electrical. He even came back the next day to tweak the fixtures a little bit (I wanted one a little higher but said it was fine) and patched up the dry wall well. He was very easy to communicate with and quick to respond. He went above and beyond - and for SUCH a good price. Would definitely hire him again!"
Electrical Project
Emporia Home monitoring electrical system
50 amp outdoor  EV charger
400 pound chandelier install
Electrical Project

+38

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Excellence Electric, Inc.
4.8(
297
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Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent quality and value, prompt install of a 200 Amp panel. Raymond and his team are A+ electricians who go above and beyond. The job site looks like new, paint/stucco meticulously patched up. Will hire again and recommend."
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
18
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Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Sergio did a fantastic job! Very happy with the clean install of my tier 2 charger and he added a plug down below my panel. Would recommend for any sort of EV charging installs! Clear communicator, showed up when he said he would and his services were well-priced!"
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade

+1

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alset Electric
4.8(
66
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Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eddie did a great job from start to finish installing my new upgraded electrical panel and the price was right. I was very pleased with the service. I highly recommend for all your electrical needs."
Transformer
Beautiful chandelier set up power with switch and put chandelier together piece by piece
Lighting for kitchen counters with a switch..  you can turn on and off..  really cool looking.. something different..
Trenching
Trenching

+62

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
NT Electric & HVAC
4.7(
47
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Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Customers say: Quick response

"I was very happy with the price, the quality of work and the how the workers and owner were so prompt when they said each time they were coming to work at my house. The estimate compared to other places beat the other guys hands down. I will recommend this company to everyone I know that need electric or HVAC service or installation."
Power supply
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blackstone Construction Group, Inc.
4.9(
16
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Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Allen was very competent, courteous and efficient. He provided all the material needed to install my surround system and completed the work in short order. Great service."
Commercial
Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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. 

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

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