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Home Team Electric

4.90(
145
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Home Team Electric

4.90(
145
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
20 years of experience
Emergency services offered

Home Team Electric is the trusted residential electrical contractor serving the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin. Whether you need expert electrical installations, repairs, or maintenance, our licensed, drug-free, and background-checked professionals are ready to deliver top-quality service. We stand by our 5 Promises: ✔ On-Time Service – We respect your time and arrive when promised. ✔ Professionalism – Our team is highly trained, uniformed, and courteous. ✔ Upfront, Straightforward Pricing – No hourly rates, no surprises. ✔ Guaranteed Solutions – Industry-leading warranties and guarantees. ✔ 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – We ensure you’re completely satisfied. For only $99, your technician will thoroughly evaluate your home's electrical system with no time limit, ensuring the best solutions for safety, efficiency, and reliability.

"Barrett was absolutely fantastic! He was extremely knowledgeable and professional from start to finish. He took the time to inspect every outlet and switch in our home to make sure everything was safe, which gave us so much peace of mind. What really stood out was how he explained our options. He provided four different estimates for improving our wiring, but never once made us feel pressured or pushed into anything. Instead, he made sure we had all the information we needed to make the best decision for our home."

Holly R on August 2025

Home Team Electric is the trusted residential electrical contractor serving the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin. Whether you need expert electrical installations, repairs, or maintenance, our licensed, drug-free, and background-checked professionals are ready to deliver top-quality service. We stand by our 5 Promises: ✔ On-Time Service – We respect your time and arrive when promised. ✔ Professionalism – Our team is highly trained, uniformed, and courteous. ✔ Upfront, Straightforward Pricing – No hourly rates, no surprises. ✔ Guaranteed Solutions – Industry-leading warranties and guarantees. ✔ 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – We ensure you’re completely satisfied. For only $99, your technician will thoroughly evaluate your home's electrical system with no time limit, ensuring the best solutions for safety, efficiency, and reliability.

"Barrett was absolutely fantastic! He was extremely knowledgeable and professional from start to finish. He took the time to inspect every outlet and switch in our home to make sure everything was safe, which gave us so much peace of mind. What really stood out was how he explained our options. He provided four different estimates for improving our wiring, but never once made us feel pressured or pushed into anything. Instead, he made sure we had all the information we needed to make the best decision for our home."

Holly R on August 2025


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D.E.I. ELECTRIC INC.

4.96(
12
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Approved Pro

D.E.I. ELECTRIC INC.

4.96(
12
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Approved Pro
19 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

" Vern went above and beyond my expectations for this project. Everything was completed in a timely matter and his attention to detail was outstanding. "

Mike R on October 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

" Vern went above and beyond my expectations for this project. Everything was completed in a timely matter and his attention to detail was outstanding. "

Mike R on October 2025


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Zero Dark Knights Electrical Corp

5.00(
7
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Approved Pro

Zero Dark Knights Electrical Corp

5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Zero Dark Knights Electrical Corp, with 9 years experience is 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.

"Everything was handled well with a very helpful, friendly, yet professional approach at all levels of service. I'll use them again for electrical issues."

Kent W on November 2025

Zero Dark Knights Electrical Corp, with 9 years experience is 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.

"Everything was handled well with a very helpful, friendly, yet professional approach at all levels of service. I'll use them again for electrical issues."

Kent W on November 2025


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Meek Electric LLC

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

Meek Electric LLC

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Joseph Langley is the driving force and owner behind Meek Electric LLC, a respected electrical contracting business dedicated to providing top-tier service across the region. With an unwavering commitment to quality and fairness, Joseph embodies the perfect blend of extensive professional expertise and genuinely kind customer service. Joseph's foundation in the electrical trade is built upon more than 20 years of hands-on experience. This substantial background as a Master Electrician means he brings a wealth of knowledge to every project, ensuring that all work—from minor residential repairs to complex commercial installations—is executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest industry standards. His two decades in the field have equipped him to troubleshoot and solve virtually any electrical challenge with seasoned competence.

"I use Meek Electrical on all my HVAC jobs, from running new electrical to mini-split air-conditioners installed, to relocating power for customers that relocated outdoor units to new locations per remodel, changing outdated breakers with new, you name it. Owner Joe has many years of experience working on commercial and residential, very clean work & always a phone call away. "

Jason R on December 2025

Joseph Langley is the driving force and owner behind Meek Electric LLC, a respected electrical contracting business dedicated to providing top-tier service across the region. With an unwavering commitment to quality and fairness, Joseph embodies the perfect blend of extensive professional expertise and genuinely kind customer service. Joseph's foundation in the electrical trade is built upon more than 20 years of hands-on experience. This substantial background as a Master Electrician means he brings a wealth of knowledge to every project, ensuring that all work—from minor residential repairs to complex commercial installations—is executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest industry standards. His two decades in the field have equipped him to troubleshoot and solve virtually any electrical challenge with seasoned competence.

"I use Meek Electrical on all my HVAC jobs, from running new electrical to mini-split air-conditioners installed, to relocating power for customers that relocated outdoor units to new locations per remodel, changing outdated breakers with new, you name it. Owner Joe has many years of experience working on commercial and residential, very clean work & always a phone call away. "

Jason R on December 2025


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Baz Technology

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Baz Technology

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
20 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!


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Alexander Technical Resources

4.74(
1,889
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Alexander Technical Resources

4.74(
1,889
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.

"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"

Jan C on February 2019

Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.

"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"

Jan C on February 2019


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Capital Counters & Cabinets, Kitchen Remodeling

4.97(
32
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Capital Counters & Cabinets, Kitchen Remodeling

4.97(
32
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

We offer a wide assortment of products and services, including: granite and quartz counter tops, custom stone fabrication, tile flooring, natural stone flooring, laminate flooring, back splashes, mosaics, cabinetry, and more. In addition, to ensure quality and client satisfaction, Capital Counters also specializes in providing demolition, installation, and labor services to our valued clients. Our goal, our raison d'être, is to provide our clients with competitive pricing and quality installation on every single project. Licensed, insured, and bonded. License #: 980662

We offer a wide assortment of products and services, including: granite and quartz counter tops, custom stone fabrication, tile flooring, natural stone flooring, laminate flooring, back splashes, mosaics, cabinetry, and more. In addition, to ensure quality and client satisfaction, Capital Counters also specializes in providing demolition, installation, and labor services to our valued clients. Our goal, our raison d'être, is to provide our clients with competitive pricing and quality installation on every single project. Licensed, insured, and bonded. License #: 980662


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Landmark Energy Upgrades

4.89(
56
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Landmark Energy Upgrades

4.89(
56
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Whether your project is a new construction, custom built home, an existing remodel, or an energy efficient upgrade, Landmark Construction has the industry experience and skilled staff to make your construction project a success. Our goal is to save you money through energy-efficient construction. Landmark Construction is California’s premier Air-Conditioning Contractor and Heating Contractor. Along with HVAC contracting we can better regulate your home’s temperature with new insulation and a new roof. Landmark Construction doesn’t stop at just energy upgrades. When it comes to renovations of existing homes, we pride ourselves in the ability to maintain your home’s charm and style with solutions for every kind of interior need from tile, drywall accents and wainscoting detail, cabinetry and countertop selection, to redesigning entire interior floor plans. Our network of interior designers can help you get just the look you envisioned from your remodeling or new construction project. We proudly serve Southern California including Bel Air, San Marino, Malibu, Calabasas, Beverly Hills, Century City, Encino, Brentwood and everywhere in between! When clients want to build it strong, build it beautiful, they build it Landmark! Do not hesitate to contact us regarding your next general construction project in Southern California. We look forward to providing you with a free, no obligation consultation today!

"Ezra and Charles are very friendly and personable. That is, when they want to take your money. What good is a 12-year warranty if you start ignoring your customers at 2 years. I needed my HVAC replaced. Because the HVAC sits on my roof, I decided to redo the roof too. Ezra and Charles came out and were really friendly so I immediately had a good impression of them. Even though it would’ve been cheaper to go with a roofer and a separate HVAC company, I decided to go with Landmark Construction Crew, aka Landmark Energy Upgrades. I figured it would be a more seamless process for one company to do both. I got this done in December of 2016. The thing with a roof is that you don’t know if it’s a good job or not until it rains so I waited to write a review. Around January 2018 ( a little over a year later ) we got some much needed rain but unfortunately, I had a leak coming from one of my vents. I emailed Ezra and he sent out a roofer. The roofer came, looked at the vent, jumped up on the roof for ten minutes and said he was done. Months later, it rained again, it leaked again, I emailed Ezra again. I decided to take a closer look at the vent and noticed that there was sunlight in the ductwork. I figured sunlight equals gap somewhere. When the roofer came, I told him and he said it’s nothing, probably just a reflection, without even taking a look. Then the roofer tells me that the next time there is a leak, I need to call the HVAC guy because it’s not a roof problem. I couldn’t believe it so I told him that HIS company IS the HVAC guy!! I used one company to do the roof and the HVAC so there is NOBODY else to blame. So, he jumps back on the roof and was done and gone in 10 minutes. About a month goes by and the rain is back and so is my leak. It’s 2019 so it rained a lot this year. Good for California, bad for me. So, I emailed Ezra again. After a few weeks, no reply. So, I email him again with pictures, a few more weeks go by and no reply. So, I call him and he picked up the phone. He sounded surprised to hear from me (probably didn’t recognize my phone number) and I start telling him about the leak. He said he didn’t get my emails but just text him my address and he’ll send somebody. A couple of weeks goes by and nothing. So, I text him again and after weeks and weeks of waiting, no reply. I’ve emailed, called, and texted so, at this point, it’s very obvious he’s avoiding me. If you are looking for a friendly company that is willing to take your hard-earned cash then Landmark is for you. But if you’re looking for a company that is accountable for their work then look elsewhere. I know I am."

Tony T on March 2019

Whether your project is a new construction, custom built home, an existing remodel, or an energy efficient upgrade, Landmark Construction has the industry experience and skilled staff to make your construction project a success. Our goal is to save you money through energy-efficient construction. Landmark Construction is California’s premier Air-Conditioning Contractor and Heating Contractor. Along with HVAC contracting we can better regulate your home’s temperature with new insulation and a new roof. Landmark Construction doesn’t stop at just energy upgrades. When it comes to renovations of existing homes, we pride ourselves in the ability to maintain your home’s charm and style with solutions for every kind of interior need from tile, drywall accents and wainscoting detail, cabinetry and countertop selection, to redesigning entire interior floor plans. Our network of interior designers can help you get just the look you envisioned from your remodeling or new construction project. We proudly serve Southern California including Bel Air, San Marino, Malibu, Calabasas, Beverly Hills, Century City, Encino, Brentwood and everywhere in between! When clients want to build it strong, build it beautiful, they build it Landmark! Do not hesitate to contact us regarding your next general construction project in Southern California. We look forward to providing you with a free, no obligation consultation today!

"Ezra and Charles are very friendly and personable. That is, when they want to take your money. What good is a 12-year warranty if you start ignoring your customers at 2 years. I needed my HVAC replaced. Because the HVAC sits on my roof, I decided to redo the roof too. Ezra and Charles came out and were really friendly so I immediately had a good impression of them. Even though it would’ve been cheaper to go with a roofer and a separate HVAC company, I decided to go with Landmark Construction Crew, aka Landmark Energy Upgrades. I figured it would be a more seamless process for one company to do both. I got this done in December of 2016. The thing with a roof is that you don’t know if it’s a good job or not until it rains so I waited to write a review. Around January 2018 ( a little over a year later ) we got some much needed rain but unfortunately, I had a leak coming from one of my vents. I emailed Ezra and he sent out a roofer. The roofer came, looked at the vent, jumped up on the roof for ten minutes and said he was done. Months later, it rained again, it leaked again, I emailed Ezra again. I decided to take a closer look at the vent and noticed that there was sunlight in the ductwork. I figured sunlight equals gap somewhere. When the roofer came, I told him and he said it’s nothing, probably just a reflection, without even taking a look. Then the roofer tells me that the next time there is a leak, I need to call the HVAC guy because it’s not a roof problem. I couldn’t believe it so I told him that HIS company IS the HVAC guy!! I used one company to do the roof and the HVAC so there is NOBODY else to blame. So, he jumps back on the roof and was done and gone in 10 minutes. About a month goes by and the rain is back and so is my leak. It’s 2019 so it rained a lot this year. Good for California, bad for me. So, I emailed Ezra again. After a few weeks, no reply. So, I email him again with pictures, a few more weeks go by and no reply. So, I call him and he picked up the phone. He sounded surprised to hear from me (probably didn’t recognize my phone number) and I start telling him about the leak. He said he didn’t get my emails but just text him my address and he’ll send somebody. A couple of weeks goes by and nothing. So, I text him again and after weeks and weeks of waiting, no reply. I’ve emailed, called, and texted so, at this point, it’s very obvious he’s avoiding me. If you are looking for a friendly company that is willing to take your hard-earned cash then Landmark is for you. But if you’re looking for a company that is accountable for their work then look elsewhere. I know I am."

Tony T on March 2019


Handyman Unlimited

4.81(
144
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Handyman Unlimited

4.81(
144
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

We currently have 5 full-time Technicians and 2 office staff. Our TECHS will arrive to your home or business in a Company marked vehicle and in a uniform. We offer coupons to all new customers. We are an approved General Contractor with the Hero Program.

"Price keeps on escalating. Response time was slower and I would have to call their supervisor. The work was okay but it was sloppy."

VALERIE H on September 2019

We currently have 5 full-time Technicians and 2 office staff. Our TECHS will arrive to your home or business in a Company marked vehicle and in a uniform. We offer coupons to all new customers. We are an approved General Contractor with the Hero Program.

"Price keeps on escalating. Response time was slower and I would have to call their supervisor. The work was okay but it was sloppy."

VALERIE H on September 2019


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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

No, you cannot plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your home. Plugging in a generator without an interlocking kit, extension cord, or wall outlet receptacle is incredibly dangerous and can cause back-feeding—power from the generator back-feeds into utility lines. Also, if the main power comes back on while your generator is on, it could damage the generator and cause a house fire.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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