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Fahr Electric Inc

150 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd
4.86(
14
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•Approved Pro

Fahr Electric Inc

150 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd
4.86(
14
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 local quotes requested

Fahr Electric Inc is your go-to electrical service provider in San Diego. We specialize in all electrical needs for both residential and commercial properties. From appliance installation to wiring, our experienced team is here to assist you. Contact us today for reliable and professional service.

"They arrived on time, answered all my questions, and their pricing was reasonable. I’ll definitely be using them again for any electrical needs or repairs in the future."

Timothy V on June 2025

Fahr Electric Inc is your go-to electrical service provider in San Diego. We specialize in all electrical needs for both residential and commercial properties. From appliance installation to wiring, our experienced team is here to assist you. Contact us today for reliable and professional service.

"They arrived on time, answered all my questions, and their pricing was reasonable. I’ll definitely be using them again for any electrical needs or repairs in the future."

Timothy V on June 2025

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Dwelling Electric Inc.

1180 Rosecrans St
4.78(
669
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•Approved Pro

Dwelling Electric Inc.

1180 Rosecrans St
4.78(
669
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
87 local quotes requested

Looking for an electrician who values your time and delivers top-quality results? Dwelling Electric Inc. offers prompt service, upfront pricing, and clear communication throughout San Diego. We specialize in EV charger installations, recessed lighting, and elegant lighting solutions. Text us now at 619-940-6262 for a fast, no-hassle estimate!

"I had fire alarms replaced and the project went really well with Dwelling Electric. Jeff was professional and efficient. All was completed very quickly and he spent time explaining everything to me."

Katherine C on August 2025

Looking for an electrician who values your time and delivers top-quality results? Dwelling Electric Inc. offers prompt service, upfront pricing, and clear communication throughout San Diego. We specialize in EV charger installations, recessed lighting, and elegant lighting solutions. Text us now at 619-940-6262 for a fast, no-hassle estimate!

"I had fire alarms replaced and the project went really well with Dwelling Electric. Jeff was professional and efficient. All was completed very quickly and he spent time explaining everything to me."

Katherine C on August 2025

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Target Electric & Solar

5638 Lake Murray Blvd
4.84(
281
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•Approved Pro

Target Electric & Solar

5638 Lake Murray Blvd
4.84(
281
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
147 local quotes requested

Target Electric located in the heart of beautiful San Diego provides 24/7 emergency service and repairs, knob and tube rewires, service panel replacements, and EV chargers and all electrical services serving All San Diego County and Cities including the Metro area. We pride ourselves emphasizing on integrity and honesty before salesmanship and delivering high-quality electrical solutions tailored to our residential and commercial clients' specific needs. Quality and reliability you can trust!

"Excellent work on the flood lights and remote switches."

Chris S on February 2025

Target Electric located in the heart of beautiful San Diego provides 24/7 emergency service and repairs, knob and tube rewires, service panel replacements, and EV chargers and all electrical services serving All San Diego County and Cities including the Metro area. We pride ourselves emphasizing on integrity and honesty before salesmanship and delivering high-quality electrical solutions tailored to our residential and commercial clients' specific needs. Quality and reliability you can trust!

"Excellent work on the flood lights and remote switches."

Chris S on February 2025

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Roper Electric Inc.

Oceanside
5.00(
19
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•Approved Pro

Roper Electric Inc.

Oceanside
5.00(
19
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 local quotes requested

Roper Electric is a family owned & operated business that relies on quality of work and work ethic to grow our business. Our technicians started and grew up in the electrical trade in San Diego County. We are a word of mouth business that is rapidly growing in San Diego County.

"outsatnding"

Christer D on March 2018

Roper Electric is a family owned & operated business that relies on quality of work and work ethic to grow our business. Our technicians started and grew up in the electrical trade in San Diego County. We are a word of mouth business that is rapidly growing in San Diego County.

"outsatnding"

Christer D on March 2018

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Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical

4167 Avenida De La Plata
5.00(
6
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•Approved Pro

Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical

4167 Avenida De La Plata
5.00(
6
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
284 local quotes requested

Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical is a full service home services company in San Diego that delivers exceptional heating and air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services to the community, and provides opportunities for employment and community building to Veterans. We are 100% Veteran owned.

"Steven, the owner, was very communicative, returning my calls even after business hours to make sure my questions were answered. When an issue arose he, himself arrived the next day to address the issue which was quickly resolved. Time and care was put into the work done."

Sonia B on March 2025

Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical is a full service home services company in San Diego that delivers exceptional heating and air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services to the community, and provides opportunities for employment and community building to Veterans. We are 100% Veteran owned.

"Steven, the owner, was very communicative, returning my calls even after business hours to make sure my questions were answered. When an issue arose he, himself arrived the next day to address the issue which was quickly resolved. Time and care was put into the work done."

Sonia B on March 2025

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Keil Electric

8733 N. Magnolia Ave
5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro

Keil Electric

8733 N. Magnolia Ave
5.00(
7
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
142 local quotes requested

Keil Electric has been a trusted name in the electrical industry for 15 years, serving the greater San Diego area. We specialize in both residential and commercial services, offering expert solutions for all your electrical needs. In addition, we have a strong presence in the construction sector. Our founder, Andy Keil, is a master electrician with decades of experience, ensuring top-quality workmanship and reliable service for every project.

"Keil was great they were available the day after I spoke to them, electrician was super nice and friendly. They did a great job, even doing an additional motion switch required now by San Diego city. Would highly recommend them."

Andy F on March 2025

Keil Electric has been a trusted name in the electrical industry for 15 years, serving the greater San Diego area. We specialize in both residential and commercial services, offering expert solutions for all your electrical needs. In addition, we have a strong presence in the construction sector. Our founder, Andy Keil, is a master electrician with decades of experience, ensuring top-quality workmanship and reliable service for every project.

"Keil was great they were available the day after I spoke to them, electrician was super nice and friendly. They did a great job, even doing an additional motion switch required now by San Diego city. Would highly recommend them."

Andy F on March 2025

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Kent Electrical Services Inc.

Isabella Way
4.08(
13
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•Approved Pro

Kent Electrical Services Inc.

Isabella Way
4.08(
13
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
121 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Kent Electrical Services: Reliable, Modern & Creative Electrical Solutions Since 2018, Kent Electrical Services has been San Diego County’s trusted partner for expert electrical work. As a veteran-owned company, we take pride in delivering reliable, modern, and creative electrical solutions, ensuring every project is completed with precision, professionalism, and care. 🔹 What Sets Us Apart? ✔ 30+ Years of Combined Experience – Our licensed, bonded, and insured electricians have the expertise to handle everything from panel upgrades and rewiring to EV charger installations and smart energy solutions. ✔ Tailored, High-Quality Service – We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all fixes. Every installation, repair, and upgrade is designed to meet your specific needs while enhancing safety, efficiency, and functionality. ✔ Commitment to Our Community – Owner Earl Kent, a Vista Chamber of Commerce member and UEI College instructor, is dedicated to both serving customers and mentoring the next generation of electricians. At Kent Electrical Services, we make your home, office, or workspace safe, functional, and efficient. Contact us at (760) 671-2350 or fill out our contact form to get started!

"Workers left holes in eves after installing two exterior outlets for AC units, stepped through and into the ceiling, did not mention anything until I brought it to the supervising installers attention (repaired by Kent, no cost), installers left without confirming nor showing how to enable them outlets installed have no power."

Justin S on February 2025

Kent Electrical Services: Reliable, Modern & Creative Electrical Solutions Since 2018, Kent Electrical Services has been San Diego County’s trusted partner for expert electrical work. As a veteran-owned company, we take pride in delivering reliable, modern, and creative electrical solutions, ensuring every project is completed with precision, professionalism, and care. 🔹 What Sets Us Apart? ✔ 30+ Years of Combined Experience – Our licensed, bonded, and insured electricians have the expertise to handle everything from panel upgrades and rewiring to EV charger installations and smart energy solutions. ✔ Tailored, High-Quality Service – We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all fixes. Every installation, repair, and upgrade is designed to meet your specific needs while enhancing safety, efficiency, and functionality. ✔ Commitment to Our Community – Owner Earl Kent, a Vista Chamber of Commerce member and UEI College instructor, is dedicated to both serving customers and mentoring the next generation of electricians. At Kent Electrical Services, we make your home, office, or workspace safe, functional, and efficient. Contact us at (760) 671-2350 or fill out our contact form to get started!

"Workers left holes in eves after installing two exterior outlets for AC units, stepped through and into the ceiling, did not mention anything until I brought it to the supervising installers attention (repaired by Kent, no cost), installers left without confirming nor showing how to enable them outlets installed have no power."

Justin S on February 2025

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kVa Electrical

5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro

kVa Electrical

5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

Im here to provide good quality work at true affordable prices. i am certified electrical journeyman for past 8 years. I just started my business and got my C10 elctrical contractor license 1224066, Im bonded and insured so rest assured if anything goes sideways I got you covered

"Oscar was awesome. He was very efficient and professional. Did great work. Solved all challenges and got the job done perfectly. Thanks Oscar."

Vivian R on September 2025

Im here to provide good quality work at true affordable prices. i am certified electrical journeyman for past 8 years. I just started my business and got my C10 elctrical contractor license 1224066, Im bonded and insured so rest assured if anything goes sideways I got you covered

"Oscar was awesome. He was very efficient and professional. Did great work. Solved all challenges and got the job done perfectly. Thanks Oscar."

Vivian R on September 2025

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ASAP Electric & Solar

2611 Jefferson St
4.93(
54
)
•Approved Pro

ASAP Electric & Solar

2611 Jefferson St
4.93(
54
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
57 local quotes requested

Full Service electrical, lighting, landscape lighting, and generator installation specialist with over 14 years in the business. We pride ourselves in being the most professional and clean electrical company out there. We truly listen to our customers concerns and needs and provide excellent and honest work.

"It went very well. They came on time, and checked out the situation. A new fixture was installed and everything checked out. I’ll hire them again!"

Steve M on June 2020

Full Service electrical, lighting, landscape lighting, and generator installation specialist with over 14 years in the business. We pride ourselves in being the most professional and clean electrical company out there. We truly listen to our customers concerns and needs and provide excellent and honest work.

"It went very well. They came on time, and checked out the situation. A new fixture was installed and everything checked out. I’ll hire them again!"

Steve M on June 2020

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Electric by Ty

Airoso Street
5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro

Electric by Ty

Airoso Street
5.00(
7
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
64 local quotes requested

I started in the electrical union and have experience in residential, commercial and solar electrical. I can do anything from outlet repair and installation, to full panel upgrades. I can quickly install new lighting and/or fans, EV chargers, as well as troubleshooting. I have extensive knowledge in commercial electrical pertaining to panels, switch gears, transformers, wire pulling and conduit installation.

"Ty did a solid job installing 3 GFCI outlets and 1 light switch for my kitchen. He provided a fair/competitive price and executed the work professionally. He was a pleasure to talk to and patient to answer all of my questions. He even left me a free receptacle tester for the safety of my home to test the outlets. Recommend him to anyone that needs electrical work by a professional electrician. 5+ stars"

Mike R on June 2025

I started in the electrical union and have experience in residential, commercial and solar electrical. I can do anything from outlet repair and installation, to full panel upgrades. I can quickly install new lighting and/or fans, EV chargers, as well as troubleshooting. I have extensive knowledge in commercial electrical pertaining to panels, switch gears, transformers, wire pulling and conduit installation.

"Ty did a solid job installing 3 GFCI outlets and 1 light switch for my kitchen. He provided a fair/competitive price and executed the work professionally. He was a pleasure to talk to and patient to answer all of my questions. He even left me a free receptacle tester for the safety of my home to test the outlets. Recommend him to anyone that needs electrical work by a professional electrician. 5+ stars"

Mike R on June 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

When properly maintained, natural gas generators can last a long time, as much as 20 to 40 years. They have relatively few needs compared to generators with other fuel types. However, the generator’s lifespan ultimately depends on how often the generator is used and for how long it’s left running.

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

If you’re wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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. 

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