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Cosmic Comfort

4.89(
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Cosmic Comfort

4.89(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Cosmic Comfort is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"What a friendly and affordable company to go with. They were professional all the way through and their employees are hardworking and respectful of your property. I highly recommend them for any of your electrical needs."

John B on June 2025

Cosmic Comfort is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"What a friendly and affordable company to go with. They were professional all the way through and their employees are hardworking and respectful of your property. I highly recommend them for any of your electrical needs."

John B on June 2025

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PEREZ ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS

5.00(
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PEREZ ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS

5.00(
20
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Over 10 years of experience years of experience we are 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.

"This electrician was phenomenal I received his information off of Angie's. His prices were reasonable, customer service was amazing, extremely knowledgeable, great sense of humor, I would definitely use him again and refer him to anyone I know who needs an amazing electrician."

Fatimah S on September 2025

Over 10 years of experience years of experience we are 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.

"This electrician was phenomenal I received his information off of Angie's. His prices were reasonable, customer service was amazing, extremely knowledgeable, great sense of humor, I would definitely use him again and refer him to anyone I know who needs an amazing electrician."

Fatimah S on September 2025

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Santiago Electric, Inc.

4.86(
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Santiago Electric, Inc.

4.86(
21
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I had them put in a Tesla charging outlet and replace some fluorescent lights in my kitchen. They gave me a fair quote and did a good. When their guys were running late to the time they said they would arrive they called me and gave me a new arrival time. Professional company with great customer service. I worked with Hector, he is very good. I recommend them."

Ramiro C on April 2023

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I had them put in a Tesla charging outlet and replace some fluorescent lights in my kitchen. They gave me a fair quote and did a good. When their guys were running late to the time they said they would arrive they called me and gave me a new arrival time. Professional company with great customer service. I worked with Hector, he is very good. I recommend them."

Ramiro C on April 2023

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Astorga Electrical

4.96(
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Astorga Electrical

4.96(
13
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

ASTORGA ELECTRICAL 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.

"Felix was very professional, friendly, and knowledge about electrical matters. He was able diagnose and repair my problem in a timely manner. I am impressed with his knowledge and skills. He come highly recommended to anyone looking for inexpensive, good, quality workmanship."

Cleveland M on December 2024

ASTORGA ELECTRICAL 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.

"Felix was very professional, friendly, and knowledge about electrical matters. He was able diagnose and repair my problem in a timely manner. I am impressed with his knowledge and skills. He come highly recommended to anyone looking for inexpensive, good, quality workmanship."

Cleveland M on December 2024

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M B ELECTRIC

5.00(
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M B ELECTRIC

5.00(
12
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•Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We offer over 20 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and panel upgrades and a variety of other jobs. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Matt and his team were very professional and on time. They work very diligent and complete the task without any problems. Very happy with the results. MB Electric will be my to call company for any future projects. "

Magdalen C on November 2025

We offer over 20 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and panel upgrades and a variety of other jobs. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Matt and his team were very professional and on time. They work very diligent and complete the task without any problems. Very happy with the results. MB Electric will be my to call company for any future projects. "

Magdalen C on November 2025

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Marco Flores Electric

5.00(
9
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Marco Flores Electric

5.00(
9
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
Emergency services offered

We specialize in LED lighting, Panel upgrades, New construction, Remodels, Trouble shooting, Can lighting, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today! Call or text today (831)241-2198!

"Marco is a fine electrician. He is reliable, conciensious, timely, knowledgeable and immaculate. He will be my “go-to” electrician from now on!"

Steve C on April 2023

We specialize in LED lighting, Panel upgrades, New construction, Remodels, Trouble shooting, Can lighting, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today! Call or text today (831)241-2198!

"Marco is a fine electrician. He is reliable, conciensious, timely, knowledgeable and immaculate. He will be my “go-to” electrician from now on!"

Steve C on April 2023

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A.N.T. Integration Inc

4.73(
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A.N.T. Integration Inc

4.73(
11
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Free onsite estimate

We are here to provide a great service to all customers with the best products available today. We design all projects based off customer needs. Always looking for the best solution and price to fit your budget. No job is too small or too big, always putting your best interest first. I want customers to have the upmost confidence in our team when working together and have a satisfying relationship with our customers is our most important priority.

"Fast and efficient "

Armando G on November 2025

We are here to provide a great service to all customers with the best products available today. We design all projects based off customer needs. Always looking for the best solution and price to fit your budget. No job is too small or too big, always putting your best interest first. I want customers to have the upmost confidence in our team when working together and have a satisfying relationship with our customers is our most important priority.

"Fast and efficient "

Armando G on November 2025

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Luminous Electric, Inc.

5.00(
8
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Luminous Electric, Inc.

5.00(
8
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Luminous Electric Inc is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Luis was very knowledgable and professional. He was able to figure out the electrical issue we were having and quickly resolved it. We had received 2 other estimates and Luminous' fee was far more reasonable. We will definitely use them in the future!"

Susan S on September 2025

Luminous Electric Inc is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Luis was very knowledgable and professional. He was able to figure out the electrical issue we were having and quickly resolved it. We had received 2 other estimates and Luminous' fee was far more reasonable. We will definitely use them in the future!"

Susan S on September 2025

RELIABLE ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

5.00(
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RELIABLE ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

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.

"Reliable Electric did awesome job in our kitchen and livingroom by putting chandeliers. It was done professionally and in timely manner. We loved the pricing and the work done by them."

Simarjeetsingh S on October 2024

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.

"Reliable Electric did awesome job in our kitchen and livingroom by putting chandeliers. It was done professionally and in timely manner. We loved the pricing and the work done by them."

Simarjeetsingh S on October 2024

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Sercerval Electric LLC

5.00(
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Sercerval Electric LLC

5.00(
3
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Sercerval Electric LLC gives you the top-quality electrical services that you deserve. For more information about our services and pricing please feel free to call us. We serve in Turlock, CA, Denair CA; Livingston CA; Delhi CA; Waterford CA; Hughson CA; and the surrounding areas. Industrial Electrician, Electrical Automation, Outdoor Light Installation, Whole House Rewiring, General Electric Service Professional Electrician, Reliable Electrician, Affordable Electrician, Quality Electrician, Trusted Electrician For more information visit our website: https://electricianturlock-ca.com/

"Great service showed up early fixed the problem right away and very reasonable rates "

Arlene G on December 2025

Sercerval Electric LLC gives you the top-quality electrical services that you deserve. For more information about our services and pricing please feel free to call us. We serve in Turlock, CA, Denair CA; Livingston CA; Delhi CA; Waterford CA; Hughson CA; and the surrounding areas. Industrial Electrician, Electrical Automation, Outdoor Light Installation, Whole House Rewiring, General Electric Service Professional Electrician, Reliable Electrician, Affordable Electrician, Quality Electrician, Trusted Electrician For more information visit our website: https://electricianturlock-ca.com/

"Great service showed up early fixed the problem right away and very reasonable rates "

Arlene G on December 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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