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HEGGE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS
5.0(
20
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Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I live in the valley six months and East Coast 6 months. I have used Hegge three times. In 2005, Jose Santos replace 2 kitchen fluorescents with 6 recessed cans and then put in 4 additional recessed cans with its own dimmer in eating area where there had been only a fan with a bad light. In 2011, Francisco Montano put in an additional recessed can in a dimly lit closet. On 1/18/18, Francisco repaired loose wiring leading to a frequently tripping GFCI and corrected a blown circuit with a GFCI. These guys are expert, quick, neat, friendly, and prices are so reasonable for what they do. They are so neat that when they are done, you can't tell that what was new was not there before. Hegge goes out of its way to accommodate your schedule. I wish I had a Hegge for everything, not just electrical. The price quoted was just for the last service"
Residential Tesla Wall Connector installation
Commercial EV charger installation
Large custom lighting project
Thermal Club custom light fixture installation.
La Quinta Resort Underground Parking EV Charging Installation

+7

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ADI Electrical
4.4(
5,545
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Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used ADI Electrical ("ADI") five years ago for several relatively insignificant electrical fixes and were pleased with its punctuality, pricing and performance. We called ADI and several other A rated electrical companies from Angie's List in early October for an estimate to update our existing electric service to 200 amp after So Cal Edison indicated we would not have to relocate the panel. Ariel from ADI came to the house the day after my initial call in order to give us the estimate. I was very impressed by the fact that Ariel remembered the prior work that ADI did for us in 2013, and in fact, even remembered the additional things we had discussed wanting to do in the future (e.g., upgrading the panel, among other things). ADI's estimate compared favorably with the other electricians who also estimated the project (it was neither the cheapest nor the most expensive) and Ariel agreed to "throw in" several other small electrical fixes that I also wanted done while his electricians were at the house. When I called Ariel to schedule the work, he was able to schedule it within a few days on the precise date that I requested, October 9. On that date, two electricians from ADI came to the house precisely as scheduled. They completed all the necessary electrical work in approximately 6 hours with a minimal interruption in electrical service, and they cleaned up completely before leaving (which was important as the stucco had to be broken out from the box to the roof and there was quite a mess). The electricians were skillful, professional and courteous. Re-stuccoing was part of the estimate as I had no interest in finding a stucco person to repair the stucco after the panel installation, and I wanted that aspect of the job to be priced, scheduled and handled by ADI as part of its overall estimate. (Several other electrical companies would not include the stuccoing in their estimate and essentially wanted me to find the stucco contractor.) The stucco subcontractor came out the next day and started the process that took several days to complete due to the nature of re-stuccoing. At the conclusion of each day, the stucco guy cleaned up completely before leaving. Each step along the process was inspected by the city inspector and passed. The inspector complimented the work that was done by the electricians and the stucco guy. Ariel pulled the permit for the work originally and handled all the scheduling of the inspections that had to be done. Essentially, ADI made the process about as painless as possible. The panel has performed perfectly since installation. Having used ADI on multiple occasions now for everything from small jobs to larger ones, I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone needing electrical work for their home, and I am pleased to provide this review."
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+7

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Miracle Electric
4.7(
319
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Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sam is great. I gave him a C on responsiveness, because that's the only area that's lacking in his business. I have a feeling he's a one man show and so it's kind of how it goes. HOWEVER, this is also one of the best things I can say about him. He NEVER stopped working to check texts or voicemails. The man showed up and worked his butt off for several hours, taking one small break to drink a bottle of water I gave him. He WILL reply eventually, and he WILL show up when he says he will once you have communicated. That's all I really care about in regards to that. So he did show up right on time and got right to work. The install came out great, but I did give a B because there were a few tiny nitpicks. One was the a wire hanging out of the box. I'll cut him some slack as it was dark when he was finishing up that particular light and it was an easy fix. Some of the conduit wasn't perfect and the final mounting location of one light wasn't exactly where I wanted it. Again, I'm judging on perfection and my score of a B means his work was really very good, near flawless, but not quite. The price was 100% what I expected, and slightly UNDER what he quoted and very competitive. There is no doubt you could spend more and end up with lesser quality. Can't beat that! I would absolutely hire Sam again without even having to think about it. Very professional, great work, on time; and I just liked him as a person. Good guy for sure!"
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Reliable Power Generation
5.0(
8
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Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"my experience with Reliable Power Generation has been a very good one.Customer service has been great, Alon really knows his stuff and the installers are top notch. I would highly recommend them. Randy in Rialto"
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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MightyServ
4.7(
385
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Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1963

Credit card accepted

"Very well. Me Gregg Castro was very efficient and explained what he was doing and installed the space Age Air UV Scrubber expertly. Have been a Canoga Heating Maintenance subscriber for 45 years."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

With proper maintenance, a whole-house generator can last between 20 and 40 years. The specific lifespan depends on how often and for how long the generator is used, and some models may have their life expectancy rated in hours of operation. To maximize its lifespan, expect to spend around $150 to $300 per year for annual maintenance checks from a qualified technician. During these checks, a technician will inspect the engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels. Consulting your installer and choosing a low-impact fuel like natural gas or diesel can also help ensure your generator lasts as long as possible.

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.

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.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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