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Hunts Electrical Services
5.0(
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Just had them come and install some can lighting in my hall way that I wanted for some time now. They were able to remove my old fixture in the hall and install 4 new LED can lights, even installed the dimmer I wanted with it. Much appreciated!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J H Electrical Company
4.5(
137
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JH had to replace our electric box including the necessary grounding under our home to the water pipe, ground arching to the water heater. JH got the county permit, coordinated with SMUD to turn off then on our electricity and get county inspector to pass the work, all expedited. He also kept our necessary appliances running with his generator. I couldn t be more pleased with work."
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Electrical Services
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Electrical Services
Electrical Services

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Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arcflash Electric
4.5(
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We had Tony install a new breaker box on our home. The old one was failing and pg&e told us it wasn?t safe to repair. Tony was on time and very professional. Would recommend him to anyone needing electrical work."
Arcflash Electric
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Silver Lining Electric
5.0(
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"honestly one of those guys you can count on. He does really solid work, knows his stuff, and takes pride in what he does. He’s easy to talk to, super respectful, and just a hard-working guy all around. If you need someone who actually cares about doing the job right, he’s your guy."
Main Panel upgrade
Main Panel upgrade
Main Panel upgrade
Main Panel upgrade
Main Panel upgrade

+10

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stones Electric Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Your panel doesn’t care how cheap the last guy was. Neither does the fire it can start. At Stones Electric, we do it once, do it to code, and stand behind it — electrical work built to outlast the house. Citrus Heights and beyond. Electrician serving Sacramento, Citrus Heights, Roseville, El Dorado Hills, Natomas, Woodland, Grass Valley and surrounding areas. SPECIALTIES: • Challenger panel removal & replacement (fire hazard specialists) • Federal Pacific (FPE) panel replacement • 100A → 200A → 300A service upgrades • EV charger installation (Level 2, Tesla ready) • Electrical troubleshooting & diagnostics • Circuit breaker repair & replacement • New construction wiring • Code compliance inspections • Emergency electrical service (24/7)

Panel Installation
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Phoenix Energy Solutions, Inc.
4.6(
22
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called around for this project and they did not want to take the job because I had already purchased the heater. Phoenx installed with no issues and back up their work."
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+8

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Kingdom Current Electric
4.8(
5
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Kingdom Current Electric, we are dedicated to delivering top-tier electrical solutions while upholding integrity, safety, and customer satisfaction. Our vision drives us to innovate and serve Roseville with trusted, reliable services that power homes and businesses alike.\n\nOver 10 years of experience in the electrical industry from residential to commercial. At Kingdom Current Electric we provide code compliant work done honestly, professionally, and with care. Serving Roseville and surrounding areas with dependable electrical solutions you can trust.

Electrical Work
Electrical Work
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Electrical Work

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

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.

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.

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

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