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Solar Service Professionals, Inc.
4.9(
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This team installs and services solar installations which makes the quality of their work better. They see what breaks over time on other projects and bring this experience to their own. This is my third project with them. My first was servicing a short in my system caused by an oversight by a different installer who had gone out of business."
Solar Repair & Maintenance
Installed Critter Guard
Squirrel home near solar panels
Solar Panel Re-install After Roof Repair
Solar Panel Packages

+298

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Recommended by67%of homeowners
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Keil Electric LLC
5.0(
10
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Keil Electric San Diego is a licensed electrical contractor (California #1109913) serving San Diego County from our Santee shop. Andy Keil and the local team handle residential and commercial work across Chula Vista, El Cajon, La Mesa, Santee, Coronado, and the rest of the county.

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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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JP3 Electric
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installed new attic fan and removed old fan . Added and wired 2 new 20 Amp Circuits. Great job- fair price. I recommend Justin and DJ 100%. Fair - honest - they know what they are doing. Will be using them for all future electric work!"
Panel
Outlet
Panelboard
Panelboard
Kitchen Lighting

+3

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MISTER SPARKY ELECTRIC
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair+3 more

Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"There was fast , coean abd very knowlegeable"
Upgrade lighting
Upgrade lighting
Upgrade lighting
Upgrade lighting
Upgrade lighting

+7

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Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
31
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Lemon Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Eddie's electric
5.0(
1
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Lemon Grove, 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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Zacharie Ponce
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Lemon Grove, 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.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

The average cost to install a home generator is $5,200, but total costs can range from $500 to $18,000 or more. The final price depends on several factors, including the generator's size, type, brand, fuel source, and the cost of labor and assembly. The generator's size is the most significant cost factor, as units that can power larger homes with higher energy demands cost more.

Cost breakdowns by generator type are typically as follows:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500–$2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000–$6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000–$18,000

To ensure you get the right size unit for your needs without overpaying, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes from qualified installers to find the best fit for your budget.

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.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

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