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Elvis Mendez
4.4(
26
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Elvis is a very solid guy. Very knowledgeable technically, competent, efficient and thorough. He was able to locate and repair a previous imperfect installation by another repairman, so now the doorbell works very well. Elvis is also very personable with a very friendly, pleasant and reassuring manner. He explained everything very carefully and in detail. We went over all of the options. The work was done very well, very successfully, and was of excellent quality. The job was also very reasonably priced. I am highly satisfied. I would highly recommend Elvis to anyone needing electrical repair work and installations."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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DaneCo Electric
2.9(
16
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dane fit my installation into his schedule faster than I expected and project cost me less than expected. He was prompt and throughly explained installation. Dane and his crew were very professional and did a great job! They left no trace behind of any worke done except my new fan perfectly installed. Will definitely call them again for my next project."
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Emergency Generators

+25

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Dustin Baldwin jr
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Hardworking problem solver who is passionate about delivering consistently high-quality work. I enjoy working with my hands, various types of power tools, and equipment. When troubleshooting I am very reliable at developing creative solutions to complex problems. A quick learner who is willing to go above and beyond to deliver the community I serves with a job well done and done right, ensuring customer satisfaction and public safety. I always takes full advantage of opportunities to learn new skills and/or techniques and enjoys the challenge of learning new material.

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The Generator Guy
4.9(
8
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I called the Generator Guy because I knew my generator was due for its service but the company I usually use wouldn’t get back to me. Bryan fit me in right away and came out to do the annual service. Fortunately, while he was there, he noticed that two of my hoses were in bad shape, (which he showed me), and he took care of replacing those for me too. I rely on my generator each winter and it gives me great peace to know that it will be ready to go when the power goes out. I highly recommend and will happily use them in the future."
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+4

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Point Break Electric
5.0(
14
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gabriel was amazing! He communicated everything he did, explained the fault in the outlet, which another company couldn’t locate. He was professional, courteous and skilled. His price was on point and honest. He wore a mask to ensure there were no concerns about covid. We have him programmed into our phone as “our electrician” and I hope the word travels that he is just THAT good!! Total thumbs UP!!"
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
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+10

Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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POWER MOVE
4.8(
17
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. I hesitate to write this review only because it will only make it harder to get Sergio to conduct electrical work for my house. Sergio was fantastic - clearly dedicated to his profession. Because he was replacing the entire panel, came out to look at it beforehand to make sure he had the parts. No unnecessary time was wasted on the day of installation because he knew what was needed. I have already set up for Sergio to come to do more work at the house!"
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+40

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Edward's Pond and Fountain installations
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

"He was very professional, Arrived on time, had all his tools, explained exactly the work involved. We met at Home Depot electrical department. We picked out the necessary Items exactly to my specifications. He completed the jobs on time. He also cleaned up every area he performed his jobs"
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

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.

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

The Monterey, CA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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