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Bess Electric

550 Vallombrosa Ave. STE 8884
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Bess Electric

550 Vallombrosa Ave. STE 8884
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2 years of experience

Welcome to Bess Electric, where we specialize in powering homes with expertise and reliability. With a focus on residential home electrical services, from new builds to remodels, solar installations, home battery backups, main panel upgrades, and generator installations, we offer comprehensive solutions to meet all your needs. Whether you're looking to enhance your home's energy efficiency with solar panels or ensure uninterrupted power supply with a generator, we have the expertise to make it happen.

Welcome to Bess Electric, where we specialize in powering homes with expertise and reliability. With a focus on residential home electrical services, from new builds to remodels, solar installations, home battery backups, main panel upgrades, and generator installations, we offer comprehensive solutions to meet all your needs. Whether you're looking to enhance your home's energy efficiency with solar panels or ensure uninterrupted power supply with a generator, we have the expertise to make it happen.


Oroville Power Equipmentr

3163 Olive Hwy
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Oroville Power Equipmentr

3163 Olive Hwy
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12 years of experience

Oroville Power Equipment is a locally owned and operated Honda, Husqvarna, Echo, Briggs and Stratton, Kohler, and Kawasaki power equipment sales and service dealer to include Honda outboards up to 20hp. We carry a large selection of new chainsaws, trimmers, mowers, and other various outdoor power equipment to meet your everyday needs. We carry a large selection of parts for almost all brands of power equipment at a very affordable price.

Oroville Power Equipment is a locally owned and operated Honda, Husqvarna, Echo, Briggs and Stratton, Kohler, and Kawasaki power equipment sales and service dealer to include Honda outboards up to 20hp. We carry a large selection of new chainsaws, trimmers, mowers, and other various outdoor power equipment to meet your everyday needs. We carry a large selection of parts for almost all brands of power equipment at a very affordable price.




My Classic Car Trader LLC

312 Prospect Ave
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My Classic Car Trader LLC

312 Prospect Ave
2.00(
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53 years of experience

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020

Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

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