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MGK Electric INC.

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MGK Electric INC.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Licensed, insured, and bonded electrical contractor specializing in commercial and residential service. If you are in need of any electrical upgrades or are just having electrical issues MGK Electric INC is here for your service. All work performed is done up to code and comes with a guarantee. With 10 plus years of experience the job will get done right at an affordable price. We specialize in Home additions and remodel. Wiring upgrade. Interior and exterior lighting. Electric vehicle charge station. Panel upgrade. Troubleshooting and repairs. Making repairs code compliant. Installing outlets. Adding dedicated lines. Ceiling fans. Emergency service.C-10 license 1060668

"Great -- Martin was able to successfully troubleshoot and resolve our intermittent extraneous smoke alarm issue, and was great at explaining his thoughts. Would definitely work with again."

James H on May 2024

Licensed, insured, and bonded electrical contractor specializing in commercial and residential service. If you are in need of any electrical upgrades or are just having electrical issues MGK Electric INC is here for your service. All work performed is done up to code and comes with a guarantee. With 10 plus years of experience the job will get done right at an affordable price. We specialize in Home additions and remodel. Wiring upgrade. Interior and exterior lighting. Electric vehicle charge station. Panel upgrade. Troubleshooting and repairs. Making repairs code compliant. Installing outlets. Adding dedicated lines. Ceiling fans. Emergency service.C-10 license 1060668

"Great -- Martin was able to successfully troubleshoot and resolve our intermittent extraneous smoke alarm issue, and was great at explaining his thoughts. Would definitely work with again."

James H on May 2024



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Gentec Services Inc/UTMATE POWERS INC

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Gentec Services Inc/UTMATE POWERS INC

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over a decade of service, Gentec Services, Inc. is the Bay Area’s most trusted electrician service provider. Thanks to our team’s rare combination of technical expertise, craftsmanship, and superior customer service, you’ll find our Livermore based technicians helping customers throughout the Bay Area.

"Kris arrived an hour early and did a quick and efficient job. Well Done!!"

Nathan B on August 2021

With over a decade of service, Gentec Services, Inc. is the Bay Area’s most trusted electrician service provider. Thanks to our team’s rare combination of technical expertise, craftsmanship, and superior customer service, you’ll find our Livermore based technicians helping customers throughout the Bay Area.

"Kris arrived an hour early and did a quick and efficient job. Well Done!!"

Nathan B on August 2021


Amped Up Electric

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Amped Up Electric

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned business. We always give extremely fair rates for every type of electrical job. Most of our work is residential, but am not limited to it. Have done plenty of commercial jobs but prefer residential work. We like getting in touch with the actual customers, and building a relationship from there. We are very clean and efficient with our work. Feel free to call or email us anytime.

"He's a really good guy, the price is very reasonable and very easy to work with."

Paul W on March 2020

We are a family owned business. We always give extremely fair rates for every type of electrical job. Most of our work is residential, but am not limited to it. Have done plenty of commercial jobs but prefer residential work. We like getting in touch with the actual customers, and building a relationship from there. We are very clean and efficient with our work. Feel free to call or email us anytime.

"He's a really good guy, the price is very reasonable and very easy to work with."

Paul W on March 2020


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Chavalos Construction Inc

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Chavalos Construction Inc

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

With over 16 years of combined experience my brothers and I specialize in Remodeling and Construction. We have worked in residential and commercial for other companies and decided to start our own. We look forward to sharing our passion with you and we appreciate your consideration.

"Roberto and Pablo did an exceptional good renovating my condo and trailer."

Analyn S on October 2018

With over 16 years of combined experience my brothers and I specialize in Remodeling and Construction. We have worked in residential and commercial for other companies and decided to start our own. We look forward to sharing our passion with you and we appreciate your consideration.

"Roberto and Pablo did an exceptional good renovating my condo and trailer."

Analyn S on October 2018


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Violet Ray Electric

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Violet Ray Electric

4.89(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Violet Ray Electric specializing in residential new construction and remodels all over the peninsula. Repair and maintenance services to local home or business owners and General Contractors. Remodels, additions, panel upgrades, and recessed lighting, as well as lighting maintenance in business or office buildings. EV Charger and Solar installation.

"Work went well, showed up on time and completed the job. Good company that I will definitely reach out to again for work in the future."

Jonathan S on November 2020

Violet Ray Electric specializing in residential new construction and remodels all over the peninsula. Repair and maintenance services to local home or business owners and General Contractors. Remodels, additions, panel upgrades, and recessed lighting, as well as lighting maintenance in business or office buildings. EV Charger and Solar installation.

"Work went well, showed up on time and completed the job. Good company that I will definitely reach out to again for work in the future."

Jonathan S on November 2020


"He is very knowledgeable and responsive. He even helped us order a generator, he put in beautiful lighting, and he rewired a hot tub. We would highly recommend him and we would definitely hire him again."

Gary B on March 2021

Family owned & operated.

"He is very knowledgeable and responsive. He even helped us order a generator, he put in beautiful lighting, and he rewired a hot tub. We would highly recommend him and we would definitely hire him again."

Gary B on March 2021


Lightline Electric Inc

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Lightline Electric Inc

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Lightline Electric Inc is a family-owned business with over 25-years of residential electrical experience! We pride ourselves on putting quality and customer service first. Our industry knowledge will ensure your home electrical issue will be resolved, electrical systems are functing at the most optimal levels, and provide energy-efficiency whenever possible. Call today to see how we can help you!

"It was a top notch quality of work. I would use the service again. He's personable. He gives us multiple options. I was satisfied with the service and it was quick."

jason p on February 2022

Lightline Electric Inc is a family-owned business with over 25-years of residential electrical experience! We pride ourselves on putting quality and customer service first. Our industry knowledge will ensure your home electrical issue will be resolved, electrical systems are functing at the most optimal levels, and provide energy-efficiency whenever possible. Call today to see how we can help you!

"It was a top notch quality of work. I would use the service again. He's personable. He gives us multiple options. I was satisfied with the service and it was quick."

jason p on February 2022


GARDENLAND POWER EQUIPMENT

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GARDENLAND POWER EQUIPMENT

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Gardenland has the largest selection of professional and consumer lawn and gardening power equipment. We are an Authorized elite dealer for Honda, Stihl, Husqvarna, Echo, Shindaiwa, Exmark, Toro, Gravely and Walker power equipment. We also specialize is Tree Climbing and Tree Maintenance products. Established in 1960, we have been servicing landscape professional, government municipals, school districts, as well as professional gardeners and homeowners. We also carry a full line of Honda generators and water pumps. Additional contact - Brian Santo. Additional email - [email protected].

Gardenland has the largest selection of professional and consumer lawn and gardening power equipment. We are an Authorized elite dealer for Honda, Stihl, Husqvarna, Echo, Shindaiwa, Exmark, Toro, Gravely and Walker power equipment. We also specialize is Tree Climbing and Tree Maintenance products. Established in 1960, we have been servicing landscape professional, government municipals, school districts, as well as professional gardeners and homeowners. We also carry a full line of Honda generators and water pumps. Additional contact - Brian Santo. Additional email - [email protected].


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Home Networks, Electric & Solar, Inc.

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Home Networks, Electric & Solar, Inc.

4.43(
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Customers say: Quality work
1999 years of experience

Home Networks started out a computer services and network cabling business in the South Bay Area with a C-7 Low Voltage classification. Because of the frequent request for electrical services, we incorporated a C-10 Electrical classification in 1999. We integrated Smart Homes with our knowledge of technology and Electrical. As the economy tanked in late 2008, our customers were interested in energy efficient fixtures and alternative energy solutions. We then evolved to who we are today Home Networks, Electric & Solar adding our C-46 Solar classification. Tesla Powerwall 3 Authorized Dealer and installer. SPAN.io Authorized Dealer and installer.

"Terrible Experience -- Unreliable and Unprofessional My experience with HNES has been nothing short of terrible. I hired them to install a Tesla Wall Connector at my home, but after 40 days, the project was still incomplete. To make matters worse, they lost a crucial part, the DCC12, which brought the entire installation to a halt. Adding insult to injury, they refused to refund the $1,000 deposit I paid—$500 initially and another $500 for the DCC12 part they mishandled. Their lack of professionalism, accountability, and respect for their customers’ time and money is outrageous. This has been one of the worst contracting experiences I’ve ever had. Save yourself the frustration and look elsewhere for your EV charger installation."

Christian B on January 2025

Home Networks started out a computer services and network cabling business in the South Bay Area with a C-7 Low Voltage classification. Because of the frequent request for electrical services, we incorporated a C-10 Electrical classification in 1999. We integrated Smart Homes with our knowledge of technology and Electrical. As the economy tanked in late 2008, our customers were interested in energy efficient fixtures and alternative energy solutions. We then evolved to who we are today Home Networks, Electric & Solar adding our C-46 Solar classification. Tesla Powerwall 3 Authorized Dealer and installer. SPAN.io Authorized Dealer and installer.

"Terrible Experience -- Unreliable and Unprofessional My experience with HNES has been nothing short of terrible. I hired them to install a Tesla Wall Connector at my home, but after 40 days, the project was still incomplete. To make matters worse, they lost a crucial part, the DCC12, which brought the entire installation to a halt. Adding insult to injury, they refused to refund the $1,000 deposit I paid—$500 initially and another $500 for the DCC12 part they mishandled. Their lack of professionalism, accountability, and respect for their customers’ time and money is outrageous. This has been one of the worst contracting experiences I’ve ever had. Save yourself the frustration and look elsewhere for your EV charger installation."

Christian B on January 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

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. 

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

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.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

The Los Gatos, CA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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