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

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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

+29

Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
71 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

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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(
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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(
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

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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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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.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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.

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