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Hunts Electrical Services
5.0(
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Serving Galt, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Julian called immediately after I had placed my request. He was able to give me a quote right then so we scheduled for Tuesday between 8 and 9. I received a phone call at 7:54 AM from Julian who was here and ready to go. He did a fantastic job installing my ceiling fan, and was very considerate of my space. I will definitely call Hunts Electric for any other electrical needs that arise."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
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Santiago Electric, Inc.
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Serving Galt, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The owner responded quickly and came to our home for a free estimate within hours. He recommended installing a new outlet to prevent electrical issues down the road. The job was completed within 72hrs (due to the weekend) and we were very happy with the work. I would highly recommend and will use them again for future needs."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Arcflash Electric
4.5(
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Serving Galt, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Anthony s team did a big kitchen remodel for us, that included taking down a wall, installing a slider, patio cement, refurbishing cabinets, new countertops, floors, etc. He was wonderful to work with, always extremely responsive, professional, and flexible. There were a few hiccups, as is often the case, and he dealt with them very well. I truly felt like he had our best interests in mind through it all, and that s really all I could ask for. We are so very excited to have a brand new kitchen that we love so much!"
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Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Elk Grove
5.0(
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Serving Galt, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Mr. Electric® is a proud part of Neighborly®, the home of exceptional service. We provide expert electrical service, so your home is safe, efficient, and convenient. All of our locally-owned and operated locations have earned the trust of the communities they live in and serve because that's just the Neighborly thing to do. With up-from pricing and top quality workmanship, we're committed to a job well done that is supported by the Neighborly Done Right Promise™ - if it's not done right, we promise to make it right.

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Fox Electrical Services, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Galt, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

FOX ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

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.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

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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