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ACT Installs

4.96(
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ACT Installs

4.96(
56
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

With over 12 years experience in the audio visual industry, ACT Installs is your industry expert in Goleta and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Professional work! Very easy to work with and super fast ! Definitely working with them on future projects!"

Diego M on December 2024

With over 12 years experience in the audio visual industry, ACT Installs is your industry expert in Goleta and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Professional work! Very easy to work with and super fast ! Definitely working with them on future projects!"

Diego M on December 2024


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Garafano Electric, Inc.

4.93(
171
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Garafano Electric, Inc.

4.93(
171
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
57 years of experience

Garafano Electric is a local, family-owned establishment based in Eagle Rock. We specialize in all things electric and service individual homes, as well as larger commercial or industrial facilities, for work ranging from small repairs to large-scale projects. We are 11 times Angie’s List Super Service Award recipients (awarded to the "top 5% of qualifying businesses"), and we pride ourselves in providing competitive, fair quotes for all of our work. Give us a call or write us a message and we’ll be sure to assist you in any way we can. First time Angie’s List customers receive a 5% discount!

"Excellent! They were in and out with a crew in one day. We were replacing under kitchen cabinet fluorescent lights with LED. On one cabinet that sits aline, it gave the optical illusion that it was not as bright as the other sections. Will Martinez the owner, came over on Sunday @ 10 am to fix things South as that it looked as it should. All included in the original estimate and invoice. No Extra Charge. TRUE Customer SERVICE!!!!"

Andy A on February 2025

Garafano Electric is a local, family-owned establishment based in Eagle Rock. We specialize in all things electric and service individual homes, as well as larger commercial or industrial facilities, for work ranging from small repairs to large-scale projects. We are 11 times Angie’s List Super Service Award recipients (awarded to the "top 5% of qualifying businesses"), and we pride ourselves in providing competitive, fair quotes for all of our work. Give us a call or write us a message and we’ll be sure to assist you in any way we can. First time Angie’s List customers receive a 5% discount!

"Excellent! They were in and out with a crew in one day. We were replacing under kitchen cabinet fluorescent lights with LED. On one cabinet that sits aline, it gave the optical illusion that it was not as bright as the other sections. Will Martinez the owner, came over on Sunday @ 10 am to fix things South as that it looked as it should. All included in the original estimate and invoice. No Extra Charge. TRUE Customer SERVICE!!!!"

Andy A on February 2025


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SoCal Irrigation Systems

4.98(
23
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SoCal Irrigation Systems

4.98(
23
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

With over 4 years of experience, SoCal Irrigation Systems, 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!

"This call was on short notice. He responded to my inquiry quickly. Showed when he said he would. Did his troubleshooting and taught me about my system. Very efficient, did not try to up sale me and the system looks good and is working great. I highly recommend hin"

Tony G on January 2025

With over 4 years of experience, SoCal Irrigation Systems, 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!

"This call was on short notice. He responded to my inquiry quickly. Showed when he said he would. Did his troubleshooting and taught me about my system. Very efficient, did not try to up sale me and the system looks good and is working great. I highly recommend hin"

Tony G on January 2025


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M.Y. Electrical Contractor

4.82(
220
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M.Y. Electrical Contractor

4.82(
220
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

**Limited time Angie's List Special: Whole House Rewire!!!!*** M.Y. Electrical has been servicing customers in the area for nearly 25 years. Experienced in full service commercial and residential electrical service. Call us today for a FREE ESTIMATE on all of your electrical needs! Direct number 818-455-6379

"Great job. Thanks"

George 5940 Zelzah R on December 2024

**Limited time Angie's List Special: Whole House Rewire!!!!*** M.Y. Electrical has been servicing customers in the area for nearly 25 years. Experienced in full service commercial and residential electrical service. Call us today for a FREE ESTIMATE on all of your electrical needs! Direct number 818-455-6379

"Great job. Thanks"

George 5940 Zelzah R on December 2024


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Wilson Electric

4.74(
160
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Wilson Electric

4.74(
160
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 years of experience

Celebrating our 25th year in business, Wilson Electric is dedicated to providing quality service at an honest price! Ditch the sales pitch/third party answering service and speak to someone who cares about your next project. We specialize in total house re-wires, panel upgrades, car charging stations, recessed lighting and chandelier installations. Call: Brian or Steve @ 714-842-9700 for your free estimate. We looking forward to hearing from you! CA LIC #693150.

"No response from business. I had to follow up and only then did I get a quick email asking me to contact them if I'm still interested. I tried, again, no response. I'm no longer interested!"

belinda p on July 2020

Celebrating our 25th year in business, Wilson Electric is dedicated to providing quality service at an honest price! Ditch the sales pitch/third party answering service and speak to someone who cares about your next project. We specialize in total house re-wires, panel upgrades, car charging stations, recessed lighting and chandelier installations. Call: Brian or Steve @ 714-842-9700 for your free estimate. We looking forward to hearing from you! CA LIC #693150.

"No response from business. I had to follow up and only then did I get a quick email asking me to contact them if I'm still interested. I tried, again, no response. I'm no longer interested!"

belinda p on July 2020


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Michael R Roderick

5.00(
17
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Michael R Roderick

5.00(
17
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Did a good job rerouting my internet cables. Would work with them again."

Paul A on November 2025

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Did a good job rerouting my internet cables. Would work with them again."

Paul A on November 2025


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Southard Electric

5.00(
14
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Southard Electric

5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Electrical services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Such great service! So kind and professional! So well done thank you!"

Corinne S on December 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Electrical services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Such great service! So kind and professional! So well done thank you!"

Corinne S on December 2025


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Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air

4.62(
63
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Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air

4.62(
63
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
72 years of experience

Wighton's, Inc. is a customer focused heating and air-conditioning company that was originally started in 1953. Our company specializes in designing, engineering, and installing complete comfort systems for owners of existing homes and buildings just like yours. We take special pride in the craftsmen we train and employ--a fact you'll notice immediately in the attitude and integrity they bring to your job site. Clients in the Central Coast have trusted us with all of their HVAC, air quality, water heater needs and more for over 60 years, we look forward to earning your business. LICENSE NUMBER: 738271. Please contact our office directly to schedule. #comfortyoucantrust

"The job was done quickly. The plumber installed a new garbage disposal, fixed the sink faucet issue another plumber said was unfixable, and repaired a toilet. He was polite, efficient and cleaned up after himself thoroughly."

Wendy G on May 2025

Wighton's, Inc. is a customer focused heating and air-conditioning company that was originally started in 1953. Our company specializes in designing, engineering, and installing complete comfort systems for owners of existing homes and buildings just like yours. We take special pride in the craftsmen we train and employ--a fact you'll notice immediately in the attitude and integrity they bring to your job site. Clients in the Central Coast have trusted us with all of their HVAC, air quality, water heater needs and more for over 60 years, we look forward to earning your business. LICENSE NUMBER: 738271. Please contact our office directly to schedule. #comfortyoucantrust

"The job was done quickly. The plumber installed a new garbage disposal, fixed the sink faucet issue another plumber said was unfixable, and repaired a toilet. He was polite, efficient and cleaned up after himself thoroughly."

Wendy G on May 2025


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Powersmart Electric, Inc.

4.68(
32
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Powersmart Electric, Inc.

4.68(
32
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

At, Powersmart Electric, Inc., 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.

"Nice guys. Good job."

Joseph S on August 2020

At, Powersmart Electric, Inc., 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.

"Nice guys. Good job."

Joseph S on August 2020


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J & I ELECTRIC

4.85(
13
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J & I ELECTRIC

4.85(
13
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Hello J & I Electric focuses on quality work and can guarantee that both the job and client will be satisfied. With 10+ years of experience you can rest assure that the work will be done to the latest code requirements up to date. Focusing on single phase and three phase systems in residential or commercial buildings. I have a solution to all your problems. I look forward to working with you. We work extremely hard for the owner and our company strives to take care of all our client's unique needs and always have the owner's best interest at heart. We are very detailed and meticulous in our work.  Our long-term vision is for us to become your go to Contractor with capabilities to do multiple types of projects.  Call us today you'll be relieved you did. Thank you

"He was very kind and good communication!"

Helen G on June 2025

Hello J & I Electric focuses on quality work and can guarantee that both the job and client will be satisfied. With 10+ years of experience you can rest assure that the work will be done to the latest code requirements up to date. Focusing on single phase and three phase systems in residential or commercial buildings. I have a solution to all your problems. I look forward to working with you. We work extremely hard for the owner and our company strives to take care of all our client's unique needs and always have the owner's best interest at heart. We are very detailed and meticulous in our work.  Our long-term vision is for us to become your go to Contractor with capabilities to do multiple types of projects.  Call us today you'll be relieved you did. Thank you

"He was very kind and good communication!"

Helen G on June 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

No, this is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and you should never attempt it. If you connect your generator to your home without a transfer switch, the generated power can backfeed, essentially flowing back into the utility lines. Backfeeding exposes a significant threat of fatalities or harm to you and utility personnel, in addition to jeopardizing the structural integrity of your home.

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.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

Yes. You can connect your home back-up battery to a generator with its designated charger. Be sure that the output of the generator matches the input requirements for the battery for best results.

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