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HEGGE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

83852 Avenue 45
5.00(
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Approved Pro

HEGGE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

83852 Avenue 45
5.00(
18
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
55 local quotes requested

HEGGE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS Locally Owned and Operated Since 1988 Fully Licensed, Bonded & Insured Expertise in all Facets of Electrical Installation Well Respected Throughout the Construction Industry Strict Hiring Guidelines Safe Workplace Environment California State Certified Electricians Factory Trained Electricians With Continuing Education Year-Round Professional, Courteous & Trustworthy Bilingual Drug Free Safety Trained/Osha Compliant Quality Workmanship Cost Effective Management of your Project Reliability, Dependability Respect and Adherence to Job Schedules One on One Customer Service 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed!

"The work was excellent. I will use them again."

Karin K on July 2020

HEGGE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS Locally Owned and Operated Since 1988 Fully Licensed, Bonded & Insured Expertise in all Facets of Electrical Installation Well Respected Throughout the Construction Industry Strict Hiring Guidelines Safe Workplace Environment California State Certified Electricians Factory Trained Electricians With Continuing Education Year-Round Professional, Courteous & Trustworthy Bilingual Drug Free Safety Trained/Osha Compliant Quality Workmanship Cost Effective Management of your Project Reliability, Dependability Respect and Adherence to Job Schedules One on One Customer Service 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed!

"The work was excellent. I will use them again."

Karin K on July 2020


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Direct Electric Company

25695 Jefferson Ave
4.66(
133
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Direct Electric Company

25695 Jefferson Ave
4.66(
133
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
266 local quotes requested

Premier electrical installation company in Murrieta and Temecula Valley, providing high quality, professional electrical services at affordable rates. We also install the QuietCool house fans, we have the best prices in Southern California. We pride ourselves in customer relationships, fine craftsmanship, prompt responsiveness and referral business. Additional DBA - Direct Electric Co. Family owned & operated.

"Well done, with great quality and attention to details."

John B on May 2025

Premier electrical installation company in Murrieta and Temecula Valley, providing high quality, professional electrical services at affordable rates. We also install the QuietCool house fans, we have the best prices in Southern California. We pride ourselves in customer relationships, fine craftsmanship, prompt responsiveness and referral business. Additional DBA - Direct Electric Co. Family owned & operated.

"Well done, with great quality and attention to details."

John B on May 2025


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Nelson Day Electrical Engineering

61117 Navajo Trail
4.78(
9
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Nelson Day Electrical Engineering

61117 Navajo Trail
4.78(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Nelson Day Electrical Engineering specializes in residential electrical improvements ranging from new receptacles, breaker box upgrades, electrical vehicle charging station installations, to complete home solar installations start to finish. Nelson Day is a California registered mechanical engineer and licensed electrician. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I would hire him again."

Judy S on December 2023

Nelson Day Electrical Engineering specializes in residential electrical improvements ranging from new receptacles, breaker box upgrades, electrical vehicle charging station installations, to complete home solar installations start to finish. Nelson Day is a California registered mechanical engineer and licensed electrician. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I would hire him again."

Judy S on December 2023


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Baz Technology

16165 Windcrest Dr.
5.00(
1
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Baz Technology

16165 Windcrest Dr.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
19 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are mindful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time a project is needed there will be no question on who to call. We look forward to earning your business. Call us today!

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are mindful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time a project is needed there will be no question on who to call. We look forward to earning your business. Call us today!


Community Electrical

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Community Electrical

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We take pride in helping the community! No job to big or small ! New and old systems. Back up power and generator systems! We do it all!

We take pride in helping the community! No job to big or small ! New and old systems. Back up power and generator systems! We do it all!


Certified Generac generator dealer and installer. This is our 30th year in business and we are a female owned and operated business.


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Gruber Power Services

21613 N 2nd Ave
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Gruber Power Services

21613 N 2nd Ave
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41 years of experience

Gruber Power Services has been providing power protection solutions since 1984! Our expertise ranges from small PC based power protection products, to the largest of UPS/Power Conditioning and Distribution Systems, and encompasses all the technologies available from solid-state products, to rotary and engine generator design systems. Our corporate headquarters is located in the "Valley of the Sun" or better known as Phoenix, Arizona. The wonderful weather nearly year-round helps us attract and retain a very talented labor force. We enjoy visitors and welcome you to experience our hospitality.

Gruber Power Services has been providing power protection solutions since 1984! Our expertise ranges from small PC based power protection products, to the largest of UPS/Power Conditioning and Distribution Systems, and encompasses all the technologies available from solid-state products, to rotary and engine generator design systems. Our corporate headquarters is located in the "Valley of the Sun" or better known as Phoenix, Arizona. The wonderful weather nearly year-round helps us attract and retain a very talented labor force. We enjoy visitors and welcome you to experience our hospitality.


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Service First Electric

Marshall Ave
5.00(
8
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Service First Electric

Marshall Ave
5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Service First Electric provides just that, Service First. We aim to build relationships through quality service. We offer a variety of electrical services such as: remodels or additions, lighting upgrades and installs, troubleshooting and repair, small jobs to ground up construction. We started in 2016 and have been in the electrical industry since 2005.

"Installation of Ceiling Fans"

Louis D on March 2020

Service First Electric provides just that, Service First. We aim to build relationships through quality service. We offer a variety of electrical services such as: remodels or additions, lighting upgrades and installs, troubleshooting and repair, small jobs to ground up construction. We started in 2016 and have been in the electrical industry since 2005.

"Installation of Ceiling Fans"

Louis D on March 2020



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Las Colinas Engineering

3490 LAUREL AVENUE
5.00(
2
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Las Colinas Engineering

3490 LAUREL AVENUE
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Residential, Commercial, Industrial Electrical and Electronics Repair, Design New Electrical Panels, Switchboards and Switch-gear. Engineering Design. SALES AND EMERGENCY SERVICES. Commercial Licensed, Bonded, Commercial Vehicle and Insured. Technical and Engineering Support!

Residential, Commercial, Industrial Electrical and Electronics Repair, Design New Electrical Panels, Switchboards and Switch-gear. Engineering Design. SALES AND EMERGENCY SERVICES. Commercial Licensed, Bonded, Commercial Vehicle and Insured. Technical and Engineering Support!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

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. 

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

When installed and used correctly, generators are safe to use. The most critical generator safety tips to keep in mind are:

  • Never use a portable generator inside an enclosed space, as the carbon monoxide exhaust it creates is lethal.

  • Never attempt to connect your generator to your home’s electrical panel independently; hire a professional for this dangerous job.

  • Never overload your generator by connecting more appliances than for which it’s rated; you can damage your generator and appliances or even cause a fire.

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