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Sotelo Built
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"I couldn?t be happier with the work that was done. From electrical repairs to assembling cabinets, everything was completed with great attention to detail and professionalism. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, and the entire project was finished efficiently and on time. Reliable, knowledgeable, and easy to work with ? I highly recommend Paul for any home improvement project! He was extremely knowledgeable, responsive and most importantly very clean when it came to his work. He always made sure to pick up after and leave my home just as he walked in. Paul was very easy to work with and everyone else on his team!"
Replacing window trim
Replacing bathtub
Break room remodel
Break room remodel
Break room remodel

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GT Handyman Services and Junk Removal
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I provide a complete property care service, handling everything from minor electrical repairs and general household fixes to full junk removal. Whether you need a light switch swapped out, a ceiling fan installed, or an entire garage cleared, I am your one-call solution. I save you the hassle of hiring multiple contractors by taking care of the repairs and hauling away the mess all at once.

Dustin Baldwin jr
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Hardworking problem solver who is passionate about delivering consistently high-quality work. I enjoy working with my hands, various types of power tools, and equipment. When troubleshooting I am very reliable at developing creative solutions to complex problems. A quick learner who is willing to go above and beyond to deliver the community I serves with a job well done and done right, ensuring customer satisfaction and public safety. I always takes full advantage of opportunities to learn new skills and/or techniques and enjoys the challenge of learning new material.

Hillman Electric Z
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience! Mr. Hillman and his assistant, Juan, were masked, neat, clean, personable and a joy to work with. Mr. Hillman is knowledgeable and made several excellent suggestions for improved lighting situations. They went shopping for all the bulbs and fixtures. I would definitely hire them again. Mr. Hillman was the only contractor who contacted me on the list."
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The Generator Guy
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Gilroy, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Bryan is awesome! I’ve had several folks work on my generator and were unsuccessful in getting it properly running. Bryan got here with all of his tools and had it fixed in 30min. He’s extremely knowledgeable and can diagnose your issue quickly. Look no further!"
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

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