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Link Electrix
4.7(
63
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Paso Robles, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This was an installation of an EV circuit and a Tesla Wall Connector for non-Tesla vehicles. Markus was outstanding! He was competitively priced, on time, extremely responsive by email, text, or cell, and did a perfect installation! I will definitely use him again!"
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Wighton's Electric Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
4.5(
127
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Paso Robles, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a very old heater in our mobile home that finally died. Called Wighton's and Patrick came out and gave us lots of information and a quote on a new unit. He was very personable and helpful. We then had Ivan install our unit. He was very professional, polite, and informative. From beginning to end, this was a very positive experience. Even felt the price was good!"
Home Repipe
Home Repipe
Water Heater
Water Heater
AC System Installation

+1

Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Link Electrix
Link Electrix
4.7(
61
)
Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Paso Robles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I echo the thoughts of so many others and that of Sydney, in that you would think Link Electric wrote this review. Marcus is incredibly polite, attentive, easy-going, upbeat demeanor, professional and most of all, knowledgeable. When he told me he had finished installing the outside breakers, I was taken back because it he did it so quickly. I have another project to be done and Marcus will be the person I hire! He is truly exceptional like so many other have written."
Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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5 Star Electrical Services Inc
4.9(
90
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Paso Robles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called 2 electricians from Angie's list regarding work on our home sensor backyard lighting.  One did not return my call, but Bruce of 5Star Electric, returned my weekend call early the next Monday morning and left a message indicating he wasn't taking any new work because he was going on a vacation soon.  He apologized for not being available but left his number if I wanted to talk with him.  I decided to call him back to get another referral from him.  When we talked I told him the specific problems with the lighting and he said it didn't sound that involved and he would fit me in for the following Friday.  Tuesday morning I received a call from Bruce and he said he was in our area and had a delay, waiting on some framers to finish work before he could do an installation.  He asked if I would be available later that afternoon and we set up the time.  Bruce was prompt, both he and Hestin were professional, listened and communicated well, focused on the work at hand and immediately  involved themselves in resolving my lighting problem.  Initially, I thought his fee was high, but when I saw their work ethic in action, overall professionalism, I was fine with their charge.  Incidentally, I live in Morro Bay and have learned the hard way not to hire a skilled tradesperson that arrives with a surfboard or fishing rod hanging out their truck.   On several occasions I did not get a full days work out of those people.  Bruce had a clean organized truck with none of the aforementioned distractions.  He will be my resource for future electrical needs and I recommend him without any reservation. 
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Generator Install FAQs, answered by experts

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

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