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ARP Electric and Lighting Company

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ARP Electric and Lighting Company

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26 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

ARP Elecrtic and Lighting Company is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more 20 years of experience serving and Roseville, CA surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

ARP Elecrtic and Lighting Company is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more 20 years of experience serving and Roseville, CA surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!


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Sac River Electric

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Sac River Electric

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
50 local quotes requested

At Sac River Electric, we take pride in delivering top-quality electrical services backed by professionalism, reliability, and expertise. As licensed and certified electricians, we ensure every job is done safely and to the highest standards. Our bilingual team (English and Spanish) is here to make communication seamless, ensuring you feel confident and informed every step of the way. Whether you need residential, commercial, or industrial electrical solutions, trust Sac River Electric for honest, dependable service that exceeds expectations.

"Super convenient to be able to communicate thought text and e-mails that worked with my busy schedule. The payment options were great, not just the usual cash or check options. Great peace of mind knowing that a licensed/insured electrician did the work at a reasonable price. Definitely recommend!"

Leti E on August 2025

At Sac River Electric, we take pride in delivering top-quality electrical services backed by professionalism, reliability, and expertise. As licensed and certified electricians, we ensure every job is done safely and to the highest standards. Our bilingual team (English and Spanish) is here to make communication seamless, ensuring you feel confident and informed every step of the way. Whether you need residential, commercial, or industrial electrical solutions, trust Sac River Electric for honest, dependable service that exceeds expectations.

"Super convenient to be able to communicate thought text and e-mails that worked with my busy schedule. The payment options were great, not just the usual cash or check options. Great peace of mind knowing that a licensed/insured electrician did the work at a reasonable price. Definitely recommend!"

Leti E on August 2025


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Huft Home Services

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Huft Home Services

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
540 local quotes requested

At Huft Home Services, we want to be the HVAC, electrical, plumbing and insulation company you trust. We take pride in serving the members of our community and strive to exceed expectations with everything we do. Having a reliable heating and cooling system in your home ensures you can stay safe and comfortable. We are the Heroes for the job! Our services are available for any make or model of heating and cooling systems no matter the age. Our NATE-certified technicians work under the Huft Creed and will always do the right thing. Our company has been operating with integrity since 2004, and we’re proud to be both BBB-accredited and NCI-certified. With our expert electrician specialists, rapid response times, and truly heroic customer service, you can feel great when calling on our team. Just as with all of our top-rated and award-winning home services, our electrical department ensures that you get the golden treatment every time we are in your home. From a simple matter like a flickering light to a whole-home rewiring project, we work quickly, safely, and effectively to deliver results that we know you’ll be 100% satisfied with every time. Whatever type of plumbing problem you have, we can address it. Our team can service any plumbing system or equipment regardless of the brand, make, or model. We vow to meet your needs with competence and courtesy to deliver long-lasting solutions. Moreover, our representatives display some important core values on every single visit. These include honesty, respect, integrity, and transparency. We are your home services HEROES!!

"Fantastic job!!! Came same day and fixed my sink that had detached from under the counter. Definitely will hire again."

Stacey D on November 2025

At Huft Home Services, we want to be the HVAC, electrical, plumbing and insulation company you trust. We take pride in serving the members of our community and strive to exceed expectations with everything we do. Having a reliable heating and cooling system in your home ensures you can stay safe and comfortable. We are the Heroes for the job! Our services are available for any make or model of heating and cooling systems no matter the age. Our NATE-certified technicians work under the Huft Creed and will always do the right thing. Our company has been operating with integrity since 2004, and we’re proud to be both BBB-accredited and NCI-certified. With our expert electrician specialists, rapid response times, and truly heroic customer service, you can feel great when calling on our team. Just as with all of our top-rated and award-winning home services, our electrical department ensures that you get the golden treatment every time we are in your home. From a simple matter like a flickering light to a whole-home rewiring project, we work quickly, safely, and effectively to deliver results that we know you’ll be 100% satisfied with every time. Whatever type of plumbing problem you have, we can address it. Our team can service any plumbing system or equipment regardless of the brand, make, or model. We vow to meet your needs with competence and courtesy to deliver long-lasting solutions. Moreover, our representatives display some important core values on every single visit. These include honesty, respect, integrity, and transparency. We are your home services HEROES!!

"Fantastic job!!! Came same day and fixed my sink that had detached from under the counter. Definitely will hire again."

Stacey D on November 2025


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Jed Faulkner Electric

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Jed Faulkner Electric

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Super Service Award
43 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Jed came for an estimate. I probably will hire him within a month or two after I receive the quote. He contacted me promptly, called with ETA, arrived soon after work, was personable and knowledgeable, and worked quickly and efficiently. "

Karen M on November 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Jed came for an estimate. I probably will hire him within a month or two after I receive the quote. He contacted me promptly, called with ETA, arrived soon after work, was personable and knowledgeable, and worked quickly and efficiently. "

Karen M on November 2025


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Twin Bridge Electric

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Twin Bridge Electric

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Customers say: Quick response
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Marques @Power House Electrical solutions 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.

"Marques from Twin Bridge Electric arrived promptly, worked quickly, and left the workspaces immaculate. He was polite and answered my questions. I would wholeheartedly recommend Twin Bridge Electric!"

Cathy A on June 2025

Marques @Power House Electrical solutions 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.

"Marques from Twin Bridge Electric arrived promptly, worked quickly, and left the workspaces immaculate. He was polite and answered my questions. I would wholeheartedly recommend Twin Bridge Electric!"

Cathy A on June 2025


Certified Electric

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Certified Electric

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Certified Electric has been in business for 27 years. We are a privately owned electrical company, licensed and contracted in the state of California. We offer a wide variety of electrical services at a great price. Certified Electric works on Residential, Commercial and Industrial jobs, No job is to big for certified electric we have the resources and experience to tackle the job. whether it is handling an emergency or adding on to your existing electrical system, trust certified electric to keep you running.

"Good, installed outdoor outlets, and troubleshoot smart dimmer indoors"

David N on September 2023

Certified Electric has been in business for 27 years. We are a privately owned electrical company, licensed and contracted in the state of California. We offer a wide variety of electrical services at a great price. Certified Electric works on Residential, Commercial and Industrial jobs, No job is to big for certified electric we have the resources and experience to tackle the job. whether it is handling an emergency or adding on to your existing electrical system, trust certified electric to keep you running.

"Good, installed outdoor outlets, and troubleshoot smart dimmer indoors"

David N on September 2023


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Affordable Electrical Company

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Affordable Electrical Company

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15 years of experience

Affordable Electrical Company is ready to light up your day with high-quality electrician services! Established in 2010, our family owned and operated electrical company remains as the top choice for many homeowners throughout Northern California. Although we specialize in traditional residential electrician services such as electrical repair and troubleshooting, our certified and licensed electricians can perform all types of electrical services including electrical installation, electrical repair, electrical panel upgrades, electrical wiring and rewiring, solar panel installations, and more. As a trusted local electrical contractor, you can count on our electricians to perform your electrical services promptly, correctly, and up to electrical codes. We’ll arrive in fully stocked trucks, a warehouse on wheels, so that our electricians have everything they need to complete your electrical service.

Affordable Electrical Company is ready to light up your day with high-quality electrician services! Established in 2010, our family owned and operated electrical company remains as the top choice for many homeowners throughout Northern California. Although we specialize in traditional residential electrician services such as electrical repair and troubleshooting, our certified and licensed electricians can perform all types of electrical services including electrical installation, electrical repair, electrical panel upgrades, electrical wiring and rewiring, solar panel installations, and more. As a trusted local electrical contractor, you can count on our electricians to perform your electrical services promptly, correctly, and up to electrical codes. We’ll arrive in fully stocked trucks, a warehouse on wheels, so that our electricians have everything they need to complete your electrical service.


"They were really good. They were super quick."

Belinda L on May 2021

Free quotes. Very respectful. Good reviews and fair prices

"They were really good. They were super quick."

Belinda L on May 2021


Oroville Power Equipmentr

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Oroville Power Equipmentr

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12 years of experience

Oroville Power Equipment is a locally owned and operated Honda, Husqvarna, Echo, Briggs and Stratton, Kohler, and Kawasaki power equipment sales and service dealer to include Honda outboards up to 20hp. We carry a large selection of new chainsaws, trimmers, mowers, and other various outdoor power equipment to meet your everyday needs. We carry a large selection of parts for almost all brands of power equipment at a very affordable price.

Oroville Power Equipment is a locally owned and operated Honda, Husqvarna, Echo, Briggs and Stratton, Kohler, and Kawasaki power equipment sales and service dealer to include Honda outboards up to 20hp. We carry a large selection of new chainsaws, trimmers, mowers, and other various outdoor power equipment to meet your everyday needs. We carry a large selection of parts for almost all brands of power equipment at a very affordable price.


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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

When maintained properly, a whole-house generator can last up to 20 years. Costs to maintain and repair generators vary by location and type of generator, but you can expect to pay about $150 to $300 per year for annual generator maintenance checks. An experienced generator service technician will inspect your generator’s engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels to keep your generator in good working condition for as long as possible.

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.

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.

Generator size requirements vary wildly among properties, but typical generator sizes are listed below based on home square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20kW+

Unfortunately, home square footage isn’t always a good indicator of generator size requirements. Instead, you should call in a professional to discuss which items in your home you’d like to run via your generator. They can calculate peak and average consumption for those items and then size your generator appropriately for optimal performance.

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

The Live Oak, CA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.