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A/C Benton Electric
5.0(
17
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Penryn, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I was having a problem with my electrical panel the power keep flickering so I called Chris he came out the same day he drove all the way to Marysville and told me my whole panel needed to be replaced, needed to get a permit from PG&E so they came out the next day told me the main breaker needed replacing right away so I called Chris he came back out replaced the breaker even checked the rest of the breakers, clean the post and was done in about 10 minutes he even didn't charge me for the first time he came out. I would recommend Chris he is very courteous he arrives on time he will let you know if he's going to be late he is very affordable all around great guy."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rooster Electric Co
5.0(
9
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Penryn, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Lucas is awesome, he goes above and beyond to get the job done. Lucas has done several jobs for us, from installing electrical light/fan fixture, electrical for bathroom bidet, and electrical wiring for outdoor lighting. Lucas is prompt, communicative and enjoyable to work with. I would highly recommend Lucas for electrical service. Thank you Lucas!"
Generator-fed subpanel to house
ATS
Old - Zinsco style
New, 200 amp panel
Response time2 hrs
Response rate92%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Empire Electric
5.0(
6
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Penryn, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. Based in Grass Valley. Small family business. Drove down to Citrus Heights and fixed my panel with no problems. Even offered a generator when my power was out. We had to wait awhile for SMUD coordinate their inspectors."
Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Atomic Telecomm & Electrical Inc.
Atomic Telecomm & Electrical Inc.
4.5(
9
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Penryn, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe is hard working, diligent, and honest. I hired him 1) to put up an antenna for local tv service and 2) to fix poor wifi signals. TV was converted from cable rapidly using leftover wires. Saving $ not paying for cable and streaming off wifi. Great signal strength! WiFi was harder. He worked with ATT to determine my new iMac was sucking signals. He installed a more powerful router that solved wifi issues when iMac is off. Now I have to work with Apple to figure out how to manage the computer searching. I would not hesitate to call Joe back again. He is an excellent technician and a fine person. He is pretty busy, so sometimes it takes a few days before he can come out, but he is worth the wait."
Network Switch and Router
Driveway Camera
Backyard Camera's
Front Yard Camera
NW corner of house

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Bodie Electric Inc
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Penryn, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hi there! My name is Jake and I am the owner of Bodie Electric. With over 15 years of electrical experience ranging from residential panel upgrades to $20M jobs at Levi’s Stadium and UC Davis; there is no job too big or too small! I specialize in Solar, Generators, Batteries, Panel Upgrades, and engineering for large scale projects. My goal is to be as many people’s electrician they can call for questions, help, pricing, and install. I am a single man crew that is licensed, bonded, and insured.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

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.

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.

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