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AMP-A-NEER
4.9(
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amp-A- neer did a great job installing 2 shop lights and charged as per their quote--they cleaned up all debris anld left the work area very clean.When I have another electric job to be done this is the company i will always call upon. Great Job"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sonoma Coast Electric, Inc
5.0(
7
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had 2 ceiling fan/lights installed in the bedrooms. Installation included 2 new circular circuit boxes in each bedroom ceiling. In addition, I replaced the kitchen ceiling light with an LED fixture. The 2 workers were very polite and professional and worked quickly and efficiently, in addition to being respectful of my personal belongings."
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100 amp Sub Panel
100 amp Sub Panel
Installing Unistrut
Stripping Wire

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Christopher Robert Ceinar
5.0(
14
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

"We needed to install an EV charger receptacle quite far from the electrical panel. Chris suggested leading individual wires through a conduit instead of simply using Romex, saying that heat characteristics are better. He also wanted to know what EV charger we were getting and asked for documentation. We also discussed other aspects of the work. His genuine interest and attention to detail made us choose him. At the end, we were impressed with the quality of the work he delivered and how easy it was to communicate with him. He charged about the average price for this work but delivered more than many other electricians would do."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Divine Electric, Inc.
4.4(
29
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Divine Electric was quick to respond to inquiries. It was easy to book an appt and a professional technician was sent on location. Our electrician was Josh and he was absolutely professional, efficient and was diligent in working through the problem. He fixed the issue and was very courteous while he was at our home."
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+4

Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Bragg Home Services
4.7(
45
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The installers were very sweet and professional. But I donâ t think I was made completely aware of how the exterior installation would look. The last 4 or 5 feet of the white pipeline are not covered and it looks unfinished and messy."
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
165 neighbors recently requested a quote
Fatima Electric, Inc.
3.8(
71
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Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"The owner was onsite withing a week on the weekend to quote the job. Each of the employees that were on site on this project were very friendly and hit the ground running everyday they were onsite. We did a lot of the drywall ourselves which took us longer than expected but the owner followed up periodically to see how we were progressing so they could return install the outlets, switches and wall plates. Which was greatly appreciate as it pushed us along to get things done sooner rather than later."
Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

To determine the right size generator for your house, you should calculate the total wattage of the appliances and devices you want to power during an outage. List all essential items, note their start-up wattages, and add them together.

Here are some typical wattage requirements for common appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 to 4,500 watts

  • Electric furnace: 5,000 to 25,000 watts

A 7,500-watt generator might be sufficient for essentials like a refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits. However, for high-demand items like a water heater or furnace, a whole-home generator is a better choice. A portable generator may be enough if you only need to power a few critical items.

While home square footage can offer a rough estimate, it is not always a reliable indicator. For reference, here are some typical generator sizes based on square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14 kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16 kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20 kW+

For the most accurate sizing, consult a professional who can calculate your home's peak and average power consumption and recommend the optimal generator.

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.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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. 

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

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