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Nichols Electric
4.6(
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Bathroom exhaust fan installation. Work was well done professionally. I would recommend Jeremy very much for electrical work."
Response time8 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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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%
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J H Electrical Company
4.5(
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

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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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Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
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Arcflash Electric
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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."
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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

"Alex did a excellent job he was very professional and knowledgeable in what he was doing.. I would definitely recommend silver lining electric"
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+10

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Stones Electric Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

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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)

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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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Kingdom Current Electric
4.8(
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Serving Gold River, CA and surrounding areas

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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

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.

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.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

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. 

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.

The Gold River, CA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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