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ZERO ELECTRIC
4.9(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Los Alamitos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My experience with Zero Electric was great! James was extremely knowledgeable about home generators and walked us through several pricing options that fit our budget. Their work was clean and efficient and I will definitely be hiring him in the future for our electrical issues."
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Recommended by46%of homeowners
Western Sunset Builders
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Los Alamitos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very cordial and polite but professional bill explained the different ways I could go answering my questions and concerns about installing a car charger I did get several estimates one took several days to get back to me and one didn’t even show up at least could of got back to me or st least text me In the end I went with western sunset builders work was done great and quick there was one hiccup after the work was done my wife noticed but I missed bill took care of it the very next day which is very uncommon once you get done with work and it’s completed some of you may know if you had some construction work done dealing with contractors they don’t get back to or don’t even reply like I said bill was quick to get it done me and my wife are pleased the car charger is working great no problems thank you bill just want to say I will call bill when I do need other work done Anthony"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Orozco's Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Los Alamitos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Very satisfied with upgrading a 100amp residential electrical panel to 200amp. Benjamin and his crew came out to review a 40+ year old panel and his bid laid out everything he thought needed to be done. His bid was similar/competitive with the other two I received, but as with anything like this, some extra costs did materialize after discussions with Edison and City of Long Beach; he explained all of these and got my sign off on everything he did/added, and at the end he kept the extra costs as low as possible. Benjamin’s communication was great and he tried to explain everything to me - the novice. During the “rough inspection” the inspector said “this is probably the cleanest and most organized residential panel project I’ve ever seen”. They also did a nice job of covering the old service mast and panel/meter box and cleaning up after the project. Orozco's will be coming back for some other work inside my house and I will probably eventually bring them back for some upgrades"
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mister Sparky
Mister Sparky
5.0(
3
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Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Los Alamitos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Welcome to Mister Sparky! Locally-owned and operated with over 20+ years of experience in the industry! We take pride in the quality of our work and the customer satisfaction we provide to each and every customer! We are known for paying exquisite attention to detail, making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!\n

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

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.

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.

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

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