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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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

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. 

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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