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Crafts Handyman Services
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Orcutt, CA and surrounding areas

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With 6 years of experience in both machine and facilities maintenance, I bring expertise in electrical, plumbing, mechanical repairs, and installations. Known for my ability to handle a wide range of tasks, I focus on delivering quality work without cutting corners. Whether it’s fixing machinery, troubleshooting complex systems, or tackling general handyman projects, I approach every job with reliability and precision. Currently working as a full-time maintenance mechanic, I’m looking to expand my skills by offering top-notch handyman services on the side. If it needs fixing or installing, I’m the one to call.

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Elite Electric
5.0(
12
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Orcutt, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David was very professional. The quote was very reasonable considering everything that he had to do. I have an older home so wanted GFI installed, power installed for a fountain as well as circuit breaker update. I highly recommend this company. Thank you!"
REI back of house
Back of house
Electrical room.
Sales floor
Sales floor

+34

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hot Leg Electric
4.7(
47
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Orcutt, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ryan was amazing. Really helped us out of a jam. He came out on a holiday weekend, just to make sure we made our escrow deadline. In a world of flakey service people, Ryan is above and beyond. A man of his word, and quality work at an affordable price."
Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Dean's Electrical Services
4.6(
9
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Orcutt, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"James Dean and his sidekick, Glen, did an outstanding job putting up our outdoor string lights! They were prompt, efficient, professional, creative and friendly! They went above and beyond as they did other work for us, as well! They are a couple of highly skilled guys who are quite dependable and quick! We will definitely hire them for future jobs!!"
Construction
New lighting
Existing ceiling
New lighting
Light fixture

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

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.

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