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Avatar for Herzog Brothers Electric, Inc.
Herzog Brothers Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Madera, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He installed my charger quickly and clean, very happy with work"
New school
Rogers Helicopters
Response time4 hrs
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Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Ric Energy & Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Madera, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Such a wonderful experience having my Christmas lights installed! Such a kind individual and an extremely pleasant experience!"
Response time3 days
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Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Jets Electrical Installation, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Madera, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

With almost 18 years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your electrical needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on whom to call. Check out our 5-star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

HVAC REPLACEMENT & REPAIR
ELECTRICAL PANEL
PLUMBING
Response time2 days
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Pete's Electric
New to Angi

Serving Madera, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Clear Horizon Home Solutions, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Madera, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

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"Luis, did a wonderful job installing a retaining wall, pavers, laying sod and river rock edging for us. We are very satisfied with how lovely everything looks."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.

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 can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

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