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LT Generators
4.3(
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Serving Oak View, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently had a whole-house generator installed by Nick and his crew. I must say it was a pleasure dealing with this company, from the office staff to the installers. Everyone was so accommodating and mindful of my concerns and requests. The parts and tools they brought took up half of my back yard but at completion of the job, which took a full day, everything was removed and all my planters and other things were put back as before. A very seamless operation indeed. I would not hesitate to recommend LT generators."
22kw Generac Natural Gas Generator
27kw Generac Natural Gas Generator
Kohler Liquid Cooled
27kw Generac Natural Gas Generator
Kohler Air Cooled 20kW

+12

Response time2 days
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Garafano Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Oak View, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Garafano Electric is very professional and courteous. They arrive on time, complete the task at hand in the time they estimated and clean-up upon departure. They are also helpful in making suggestions when installing new lighting. We added new lighting in a dark living room, replaced old kitchen "can" lighting to new LED lights as well as replaced outdoor security/sensor lighting and added one more extra bright security/sensor light in a dark area of the front yard."
Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
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Serving Oak View, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Sergio did a fantastic job! Very happy with the clean install of my tier 2 charger and he added a plug down below my panel. Would recommend for any sort of EV charging installs! Clear communicator, showed up when he said he would and his services were well-priced!"
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade

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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M.Y. Electrical Contractor
4.6(
256
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Serving Oak View, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Impressed with Luis & team. First installed new outlets for a TV, moved an outlet, installed outdoor lights, then upgraded my electric panel. Each time great work, very reliable, and I know it’s fairly priced."
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+29

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Powersmart Electric, Inc.
4.5(
32
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Serving Oak View, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired PowerSmart to do electrical repair and lighting install in our home. They were prompt, professional, reasonably priced, and overall excellent. I would definitely hire again and I recommend them to anyone. Brent and James are fantastic."
Standby generator
Solar Array installation
New 200 amp electrical panel
Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Infinity Electric
5.0(
6
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Serving Oak View, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Service call for outlet was immediately handled by Mike. He recommended the panel to be replaced so he returned the following week and took care of the replacing my panel too. He was professional and personable."
Electrical Panel Install
Electrical Panel Install
EV CHARGER INSTALL
EV Charger Installations
Meet The Team!

+4

38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Genesis Electricians
5.0(
1
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Serving Oak View, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We have been in business since 1993, offering complete outdoor makeovers. Genesis Electricians can service your electrical needs including panel and subpanel upgrades, circuit breakers, fuses, complete house rewiring, electric vehicle charging units, Tesla Powerwall III home battery back-ups, Smart home circuits, low voltage lighting systems, and even Generac Home Generators. Being a division of Genesis Stoneworks, we also provide a variety of specialties such as the new installation of pavers, concrete, artificial turf, new pools, and spas. Additionally, we will also install garden and fence walls, plumbing, irrigation, stone veneer, wood decking, composite decking, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, BBQ islands, and outdoor fireplaces. We are competitively priced. Our skilled craftsmen pay close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. With 8 contractor license classifications, we are the most qualified contractors you will ever work with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\nCall or 'click' for a FREE estimate today!

Complete yard remodel including a new pool, patio cover, fire pit area, pavers artificial turf, and outdoor kitchen.
Pool and deck remodel including retaining walls, pool coping, tile, plaster, and water features with lights
Patio paver, artificial turf, and garden wall installation project overlooking Agoura Hills
Construction of a new pool, outdoor kitchen, and seating walls in the early stages.
Pool deck pavers, retaining walls, and elevated patio pavers

+59

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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.

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