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Avatar for Garafano Electric, Inc.

Garafano Electric, Inc.

4.93(
171
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Garafano Electric, Inc.

4.93(
171
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
61 local quotes requested

Garafano Electric is a local, family-owned establishment based in Eagle Rock. We specialize in all things electric and service individual homes, as well as larger commercial or industrial facilities, for work ranging from small repairs to large-scale projects. We are 11 times Angie’s List Super Service Award recipients (awarded to the "top 5% of qualifying businesses"), and we pride ourselves in providing competitive, fair quotes for all of our work. Give us a call or write us a message and we’ll be sure to assist you in any way we can. First time Angie’s List customers receive a 5% discount!

"Excellent! They were in and out with a crew in one day. We were replacing under kitchen cabinet fluorescent lights with LED. On one cabinet that sits aline, it gave the optical illusion that it was not as bright as the other sections. Will Martinez the owner, came over on Sunday @ 10 am to fix things South as that it looked as it should. All included in the original estimate and invoice. No Extra Charge. TRUE Customer SERVICE!!!!"

Andy A on February 2025

Garafano Electric is a local, family-owned establishment based in Eagle Rock. We specialize in all things electric and service individual homes, as well as larger commercial or industrial facilities, for work ranging from small repairs to large-scale projects. We are 11 times Angie’s List Super Service Award recipients (awarded to the "top 5% of qualifying businesses"), and we pride ourselves in providing competitive, fair quotes for all of our work. Give us a call or write us a message and we’ll be sure to assist you in any way we can. First time Angie’s List customers receive a 5% discount!

"Excellent! They were in and out with a crew in one day. We were replacing under kitchen cabinet fluorescent lights with LED. On one cabinet that sits aline, it gave the optical illusion that it was not as bright as the other sections. Will Martinez the owner, came over on Sunday @ 10 am to fix things South as that it looked as it should. All included in the original estimate and invoice. No Extra Charge. TRUE Customer SERVICE!!!!"

Andy A on February 2025


"Amazing! Super easy, efficient and incredible work. Have already recommended to multiple friends."

Nastia L on December 2024

Home Automation, Home Theatre Installation, CCTV, Ring, Nest. I have been in Audio/Video for 20+ years. I take pride in all my work, my most important goal is to make sure my customer is happy at the end of the project.

"Amazing! Super easy, efficient and incredible work. Have already recommended to multiple friends."

Nastia L on December 2024


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Prime Electric Solutions

4.59(
17
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Prime Electric Solutions

4.59(
17
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
291 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Family own and operated since 2005, serving the Inland Empire. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today. We adhere to our core values: Quality / Integrity / Honesty / Superior Service. Our service hours are Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm Sat 9:00am-12:00pm we are closed on Sundays. Our Text messages to (909)665-5263 are monitored 24 hrs. a day 7 days a week in case of an emergency.

"Beware!! Extremely poor service. They are dishonest and has no Integrity!! zero stars"

F H on October 2024

Family own and operated since 2005, serving the Inland Empire. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today. We adhere to our core values: Quality / Integrity / Honesty / Superior Service. Our service hours are Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm Sat 9:00am-12:00pm we are closed on Sundays. Our Text messages to (909)665-5263 are monitored 24 hrs. a day 7 days a week in case of an emergency.

"Beware!! Extremely poor service. They are dishonest and has no Integrity!! zero stars"

F H on October 2024


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Fairway Electric

4.82(
566
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Fairway Electric

4.82(
566
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
86 local quotes requested

PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT [email protected] OR 310-864-7171 We are not your typical Yellow Page Company. No bait and switch. We are here to earn your respect with good quality work. It's about a relationship and referrals. We include all prices upfront. We do not charge for estimates and will gladly try to walk you through your electrical repair over the phone, if you're up to the task. I have been growing in the trades from 1975, from my first job in a lumber yard stacking lumber then building custom furniture as well as obtaining a background in plumbing. This led to my first job as an electrical helper at age seventeen, by the time I was twenty I was in charge of a Los Angeles based Company for seventeen years. We work with and for several Property Management companies and we have remolded a Ritz Carlton from the ground up in MDR. For the last several years we have been part of building many homes from the ground up and several remodels. NO JOB IS TOO SMALL, we work on all levels of service. We treat all customers with the same respect from the beginning of the job to the finish of the project. Goodwill comes back if you respect your customers. I have been with Angie's list for since 2005 with 11 YEARS of consecutive ( A rated ) ANGIE'S LIST AWARDS. Please contact us at [email protected] or 310-864-7171

"Great job, fixed outlets and put new fixture. On time and very reasonable rates. Got another estimate and they were far less. Will definitely use again"

Al S on July 2025

PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT [email protected] OR 310-864-7171 We are not your typical Yellow Page Company. No bait and switch. We are here to earn your respect with good quality work. It's about a relationship and referrals. We include all prices upfront. We do not charge for estimates and will gladly try to walk you through your electrical repair over the phone, if you're up to the task. I have been growing in the trades from 1975, from my first job in a lumber yard stacking lumber then building custom furniture as well as obtaining a background in plumbing. This led to my first job as an electrical helper at age seventeen, by the time I was twenty I was in charge of a Los Angeles based Company for seventeen years. We work with and for several Property Management companies and we have remolded a Ritz Carlton from the ground up in MDR. For the last several years we have been part of building many homes from the ground up and several remodels. NO JOB IS TOO SMALL, we work on all levels of service. We treat all customers with the same respect from the beginning of the job to the finish of the project. Goodwill comes back if you respect your customers. I have been with Angie's list for since 2005 with 11 YEARS of consecutive ( A rated ) ANGIE'S LIST AWARDS. Please contact us at [email protected] or 310-864-7171

"Great job, fixed outlets and put new fixture. On time and very reasonable rates. Got another estimate and they were far less. Will definitely use again"

Al S on July 2025


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B.K. Electric Services

4.50(
110
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B.K. Electric Services

4.50(
110
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
767 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

Welcome to B.K. Electric Services Inc, Licensed Los Angeles Electricians. Honest,reliable, professional electricians, where superb customer service, competitive prices and most importantly friendly services is our #1 Priority! We provide Residential, Commercial and Industrial electrical services all over the Los Angeles, Orange County and San Fernando Valley areas. Our company has become a household name around the Los Angeles area. We have built many relationships with our residential customers, celebrities, public figures, small retailers and large department stores. We work closely with DWP, Edison and the Department of Building and safety to ensure that your work is being done up to the city codes. From the estimate to pulling the permits we will handle everything for your electrical project from A-Z. We offer absolutely free estimates always! Additional phone number - (310) 430-2300. Additional DBAs - B K Electric Services, B K Electric Services Inc, BK Electric Service, BK Electric Services. Family owned & operated

"The contractor Enrique was nice and very fair with his pricing. On very short noticed, he sent two electrians, Eric and Victor, who were very good and respectful,and did nice, clean, and professional work. Would highly recommend and I'm happy that I found an electrician that I can go to for future jobs! "

Abdullah S on November 2025

Welcome to B.K. Electric Services Inc, Licensed Los Angeles Electricians. Honest,reliable, professional electricians, where superb customer service, competitive prices and most importantly friendly services is our #1 Priority! We provide Residential, Commercial and Industrial electrical services all over the Los Angeles, Orange County and San Fernando Valley areas. Our company has become a household name around the Los Angeles area. We have built many relationships with our residential customers, celebrities, public figures, small retailers and large department stores. We work closely with DWP, Edison and the Department of Building and safety to ensure that your work is being done up to the city codes. From the estimate to pulling the permits we will handle everything for your electrical project from A-Z. We offer absolutely free estimates always! Additional phone number - (310) 430-2300. Additional DBAs - B K Electric Services, B K Electric Services Inc, BK Electric Service, BK Electric Services. Family owned & operated

"The contractor Enrique was nice and very fair with his pricing. On very short noticed, he sent two electrians, Eric and Victor, who were very good and respectful,and did nice, clean, and professional work. Would highly recommend and I'm happy that I found an electrician that I can go to for future jobs! "

Abdullah S on November 2025


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VS GROUP CORP ELECTRIC

5.00(
16
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Approved Pro

VS GROUP CORP ELECTRIC

5.00(
16
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
54 local quotes requested
Warranties offered

Looking for reliable electrical services in Los Angeles? Look no further than VS Group Corp. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch solutions for all your electrical needs. With our exceptional service and attention to detail, we stand out from the competition. Contact us today at 818.245.2916 for a hassle-free experience!

"Vartan completed tasks which I had contacted him to do. He was here promptly, installed a hanging lamp from a 17' ceiling, re-installed a ring camera and replaced a wall sconce. Work was quick, installations done well. I am keeping him on my electrical contact list and recommend him very highly."

Sharon O on August 2024

Looking for reliable electrical services in Los Angeles? Look no further than VS Group Corp. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch solutions for all your electrical needs. With our exceptional service and attention to detail, we stand out from the competition. Contact us today at 818.245.2916 for a hassle-free experience!

"Vartan completed tasks which I had contacted him to do. He was here promptly, installed a hanging lamp from a 17' ceiling, re-installed a ring camera and replaced a wall sconce. Work was quick, installations done well. I am keeping him on my electrical contact list and recommend him very highly."

Sharon O on August 2024


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FHQ ELECTRIC INC

5.00(
5
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FHQ ELECTRIC INC

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
72 local quotes requested

Hello I'm Fabian, my electrical company FHQ Electric we offer services on new electrical services lighting system, smart houses, ADU, full remodel, EV chargers, up-grade panel, solar panel services installation and maintenance, we do commercial , residential and industrial

"Arrived fast and showed great professionalism. He was able to fix my first issue of a breaker gone bad and fix the bad job a prior electrician did. They were able to fix my old panel and even label everything. They left the area clean and seamless. Definitely hiring again."

Elise R on December 2024

Hello I'm Fabian, my electrical company FHQ Electric we offer services on new electrical services lighting system, smart houses, ADU, full remodel, EV chargers, up-grade panel, solar panel services installation and maintenance, we do commercial , residential and industrial

"Arrived fast and showed great professionalism. He was able to fix my first issue of a breaker gone bad and fix the bad job a prior electrician did. They were able to fix my old panel and even label everything. They left the area clean and seamless. Definitely hiring again."

Elise R on December 2024


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ZERO ELECTRIC

5.00(
8
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ZERO ELECTRIC

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
95 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Sparking solutions, powering possibilities. Zero Electric provides solutions to any electrical challenge you can imagine. We stand out from our competitors by providing a full system diagnosis at no cost. We present a range of options for homeowners to choose from that will fit their budget. The value of our services will always exceed the cost.

"Very professional and straigh forward. Excellent results"

Fernando P on May 2025

Sparking solutions, powering possibilities. Zero Electric provides solutions to any electrical challenge you can imagine. We stand out from our competitors by providing a full system diagnosis at no cost. We present a range of options for homeowners to choose from that will fit their budget. The value of our services will always exceed the cost.

"Very professional and straigh forward. Excellent results"

Fernando P on May 2025


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EL Electric

4.65(
104
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EL Electric

4.65(
104
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
39 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

E.L. Electric is family owned and operated with over 26 years of service and experience in the industry. With a great legacy of management, customer service and repeat business, we've set the standard for electrical services on residential and commercial projects. As well as new constructions and renovations. With minimal waiting time on permits and corrections, we have a history of achieving on time project completions. Now that our 30th anniversary celebration is around the corner, we are raising the standard once again as a professional and trusted business, We look forward to servicing your electrical needs. Thank you in advance for your business. For emergency calls only after business hours please call 818-644-3777

"It went very smoothly. The electricians were professional and efficient."

Jay E on September 2020

E.L. Electric is family owned and operated with over 26 years of service and experience in the industry. With a great legacy of management, customer service and repeat business, we've set the standard for electrical services on residential and commercial projects. As well as new constructions and renovations. With minimal waiting time on permits and corrections, we have a history of achieving on time project completions. Now that our 30th anniversary celebration is around the corner, we are raising the standard once again as a professional and trusted business, We look forward to servicing your electrical needs. Thank you in advance for your business. For emergency calls only after business hours please call 818-644-3777

"It went very smoothly. The electricians were professional and efficient."

Jay E on September 2020


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R E M Electrical Contractors, Inc.

5.00(
31
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R E M Electrical Contractors, Inc.

5.00(
31
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
62 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

REM Electrical Contractors, Inc. is an owner operated business that has been serving Los Angeles County and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. Owner Mitch Morales prides himself not only on the quality of his work and his careful attention to detail but also places a great deal of value on his customer relations and service. We have experience in both commercial and residential with a lean toward high end residential work. Give us a call for a free estimate today, no job is too big or too small.

"I am very pleased with the professional work done br Mitchell Morales by installing my new kitchen ceiling light fixture. In addition, Mr. Morales didn't hesitate to provide me with needed answers to my questions about REM Electrical Contractors, Inc. which gave me the confidence to hire him. Iris J"

Iris J on November 2025

REM Electrical Contractors, Inc. is an owner operated business that has been serving Los Angeles County and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. Owner Mitch Morales prides himself not only on the quality of his work and his careful attention to detail but also places a great deal of value on his customer relations and service. We have experience in both commercial and residential with a lean toward high end residential work. Give us a call for a free estimate today, no job is too big or too small.

"I am very pleased with the professional work done br Mitchell Morales by installing my new kitchen ceiling light fixture. In addition, Mr. Morales didn't hesitate to provide me with needed answers to my questions about REM Electrical Contractors, Inc. which gave me the confidence to hire him. Iris J"

Iris J on November 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 watts

Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running. 

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

As long as your generator is used as recommended by the manufacturer, it’s safe to use for auxiliary power. Make sure that fuel powered generators are used outdoors and that the fumes dissipate away from your home. A professional generator installer will ensure your generator’s placement and set-up meets safety standards when installing or repairing your back-up power source.

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