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Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Sergio did a fantastic job! Very happy with the clean install of my tier 2 charger and he added a plug down below my panel. Would recommend for any sort of EV charging installs! Clear communicator, showed up when he said he would and his services were well-priced!"
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade

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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Steve Cavenee Electric Inc
4.5(
680
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steve Cavanee Electric installed a power transfer unit at my house to transfer power from the grid to generator power. They did excellent work, showed on time and did the installation at a fair and reasonable price. They provided follow-up communication with directions as well. I will be using them again as the need arises."
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+30

Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired home pro remodeling to put pavers on my back yard and to install flloring thorough out the whole house I'm super setasfied with the work and the service . The company also provided me great financial options which I used thank you kobi Leo and Lucas for your great service . Highly recommend them for everyone"
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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M & E S CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING INC
5.0(
5
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We recently had M & E S Construction Engineering Inc renovate multiple rooms in our house, and I can’t say enough good things about them. The biggest project was our kitchen, which my wife had been dreaming about updating for years. It was cramped, outdated, and just didn’t work for us. From the start, the team was amazing. They helped us plan everything out, knocked down a wall to open up the space, and completely redesigned the layout. The new cabinets, countertops, and lighting made a huge difference, and the island they installed is now the centerpiece of our home. The first time my wife saw the finished kitchen, she was almost in tears—she finally got the space she always wanted. They also did work on our bathrooms, fixing some plumbing issues and giving them a modern update. Throughout the whole process, the team was professional, always on time, and super easy to work with. They made sure every detail was perfect, and it really shows in the final result."
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work

+33

Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Josh
5.0(
3
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Hi, I’m Josue!\nReliable, detail-oriented, and customer-focused handyman with experience in furniture assembly, TV mounting, ceiling fan installation, light fixture replacement, outlet and switch installation, shelving, picture hanging, and general home improvement tasks.\nI take pride in delivering quality work, arriving on time, and treating every home with respect. My goal is to provide safe, professional, and efficient service while ensuring complete customer satisfaction.\nI am bilingual (English & Spanish) and have experience working directly with customers, solving problems, and completing projects with attention to detail.\nServices include:
• Furniture Assembly
• TV Mounting
• Ceiling Fan Installation
• Light Fixtures & Chandeliers
• Outlet & Switch Replacement
• Shelving Installation
• Curtain Rod Installation
• Picture & Mirror Hanging
• Minor Electrical Work
• General Handyman Services\nI look forward to helping you complete your next project!

Apartment complex
Apartment complex
Apartment complex
Apartment complex
Apartment complex

+5

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Eddie's electric
5.0(
1
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work. From the start he showed professionalism, punctuality, and great attention to detail. The installation was clean, well organized, and working perfectly both indoors and outdoors. He also explained everything clearly and made sure everything was safe and ready to use. I definitely recommend him for any electrical work — reliable service and top-quality results."
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PINEDA ENERGY SOLUTIONS
5.0(
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Pineda Energy Solutions is a licensed electrical and general contractor serving Los Angeles and surrounding areas. We specialize in residential, multifamily, and commercial projects—delivering clean, code-compliant work with fast turnaround times.\n\nFrom panel upgrades, EV charger installations, and lighting upgrades to full remodel electrical and property improvements, we handle projects from start to finish. As a C-10 Electrical Contractor with General B capabilities, we provide complete solutions so you don’t have to coordinate multiple trades.\n\nWe take pride in honest pricing, quality workmanship, and reliable service. Whether it’s a small repair or a full property upgrade, our goal is to get the job done right the first time.\n

Recessed lights
Recessed lights
Tesla wall conector
Recessed lights
Recessed lights

+6

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Zacharie Ponce
New to Angi

Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Electrician with over 10 years of residential and commercial experience. I provide professional installations with a focus on safety and budget friendliness. My craftsmanship is specialized in:\n-New construction \n-Remodeling\n-Custom LED fixtures \n-Panel upgrades\n-EV chargers\n-Troubleshooting\nWorking out of LA county and willing to travel to Ventura and Orange counties.

Mpower electric
New to Angi

Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Hello my name is Miguel, I have 10 years of electrical experience and have been in commercial and industrial job sites through out of Los Angeles and Orange County. I’ve worked on panel upgrades, installing light fixtures, house rewire and EV chargers, etc. My craftsmanship for electrical work is definitely outstanding. I also, \nobtain my code regulations for installation purposes.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

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.

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.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

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.

The Lake Forest, CA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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