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ZERO ELECTRIC
4.9(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Fort Irwin, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Highly Recommended! We have hired Zero Electric to do several jobs at our apartment complex including installing a generator, EV chargers, new panel, and even installing recessed lighting in the units. They handled all aspects of the projects and had top notch communication throughout. The team has always been quick and professional. We will continue using Zero Electric for our electrical needs."
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Recommended by41%of homeowners
Atlas Electrical services
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Fort Irwin, CA and surrounding areas

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Licensed Journeyman Electrician serving the High Desert and surrounding areas. I provide professional, code-compliant electrical work with a focus on quality, safety, and doing the job right the first time. I can help with troubleshooting, outlets and GFCIs, lighting, dedicated circuits, EV chargers, ceiling fans, panel work, remodel electrical, and other residential electrical projects.\n\nI’m available after 3 PM on weekdays and throughout the weekend, making it easier to schedule work around your day. I believe in clear communication, fair pricing, clean workmanship, and treating every home like it’s my own. Whether it’s a small repair or a larger electrical project, feel free to reach out and tell me what you need done.

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Diego Gutierrez
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business+2 more

Serving Fort Irwin, CA and surrounding areas

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About Me – Professional Handyman Services\n\nWith over 6 years of hands-on experience in property maintenance, home repairs, and renovations, I take pride in providing reliable, high-quality workmanship.\n\nMy experience includes:\n\n- Electrical repairs, outlets, switches, lighting, and troubleshooting.\n- Plumbing repairs, faucets, toilets, and water heaters.\n- HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting.\n- Drywall repairs and painting.\n- Flooring installation and repairs.\n- Bathroom renovations and home improvements.\n- General handyman services and property maintenance.\n\nI believe in doing every job with attention to detail, honesty, and professionalism. My goal is to provide dependable service, fair pricing, and quality results that homeowners can feel confident about.\n\nWhether it's a small repair or a larger home improvement project, I treat every home with care and respect. Customer satisfaction is always my priority.

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Reliable Power Generation
5.0(
8
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Fort Irwin, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"my experience with Reliable Power Generation has been a very good one.Customer service has been great, Alon really knows his stuff and the installers are top notch. I would highly recommend them. Randy in Rialto"
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
AC Generator Service - Unlicensed Contractor
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Fort Irwin, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

AC Generator Service is your premier choice for generator repair. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. Call today! \n \nWe take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We are committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time12 hrs
Say Watt Electric-Unlicensed Contractor
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Fort Irwin, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

San Diego Pro Electric LLC
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Fort Irwin, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

San Diego Pro Electric LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our \nbusiness. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, \nand personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service \nwe bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of \nour trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. \nAbove all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their \nconcerns the basis of our business.

Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install FAQs, answered by experts

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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.

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. 

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