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Apollo Electric
4.8(
183
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Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. Prompt responses to all my questions both in person and over email. Electrician arrived on time for both the circuit installation as well as meeting with the city inspector for permit sign off on the follow-up appointment. Installation work was very clean and neat since I am very keen on attention to detail. Highly recommend!"
Original 1960's Zinsco Panel
Old Zinsco Breakers
New 200 amp Panel
Final Product with stucco matched perfectly
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+64

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by99%of homeowners
A R P Electric
4.8(
87
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Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Wonderful guy! Professional all the way. Competitive price. Ahmed installed an EV charger for me and a couple of ceiling lights. Tough to find somebody good ... excited when I find someone good to work with! Will be calling him back for more. Hire him, you'll see what I mean."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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GAETAWAY ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
13
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Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had just bought a new electric vehicle and needed to get a charger hooked up in the garage ASAP. I sent an email and Jacob called me within minutes. He came over on New Year?s Day and did the install. He was clean. quick and professional. I will call again if I need anything else."
Exterior LED lighting and address
Pergola ceiling fan/lighting.
Tesla home electric vehicle charging station and conduit install.
Commercial LED high bay lighting.
Generac home electric vehicle charging station, conduit/outlet install.

+9

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
CS Electric
4.7(
96
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Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Customers say: True professional

"The electrician responded promptly and gave me estimates for several different ways to solve the problem. The work was done quickly - it looks beautiful and he answered questions about several other issues in the house. He even changed the light bulbs in a very tall chandelier for me! I expect to be calling him again for another project."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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ARECHIGA POWER
5.0(
12
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Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ray was instrumental in upgrading the electrical in my townhome, including installing new recessed lights, light fixtures, replacing receptacles with new ones and modern cover plates. He also relocated and installed a new subpanel providing dedicated circuits to appliances and the newly installed recessed lights. Ray is incredibly knowledgeable and very easy to work with and I would recommend him and happily use his services again."
Living room
Kitchen
Meter Main Panel Upgrade
Meter Main Panel Upgrade
Meter Main Panel Upgrade

+36

Response time1 day
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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JC Electric
5.0(
9
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Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"JC Electric provided the best electrical service with great pricing and description of work. As a home owner, I want work that will last and will add value to my property. JC Electric installed an EV Charger and now I can charge my car from my own home thanks to their great work!"
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LIGHTLINE ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
8
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Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Joe from lightline electric was great took good care of me and my family. Loved that he took time to make sure I know my choices and helped me understand PG&E and how to work with them."
Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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.

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.

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.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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