*The Angi rating for Generator Install companies in Pilot Hill, CA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Generator Install needs.
*The HomeAdvisor rating for Generator Install companies in Pilot Hill, CA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Generator Install needs.
Last update on February 25, 2026
Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2006
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"The owner of the company called to ask ?he perimeters of my of my request. He was out of town and put me on his schedule. The.next thing I kmew"
Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"In general, it went well. Everyone from Huft was very professional. The salesperson could not tell me the brand of water heater that would be installed. I had responded to ad on Angie's list. I should have paid attention to this. In the past, sales reps from other companies could tell me the brand name of the product, and if it qualified for a rebate. The product that was installed is an excellent product, but doesn't qualify for a rebate. The service personnel were all very polite and professional. What I would have done differently is pursued finding out the brand name of the product before it was installed and found out if it qualified for any SMUD rebates before making the purchase. In general, I would give Huft an excellent rating for service. They came back two days later when the water heater wasn't producing hot water, and installed new fuses. The technician was very professional and courteous. As a consumer, remember to jot down as many questions as possible before you meet with the contractor."
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Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"He installed a Tesla charger for Me and he did great."
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Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Daniel was polite, honest, on time. He did very fine work. I would hire him again."
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Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I was in a bind when my Honda 2200 generator quit working. I was leaving to go out of town for the week but would need to use the generator when I returned. They had me drop it off with them before I left and had it all fixed up by the time I got back home and needed to use it. They were great :)"
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Serving Pilot Hill, 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!"
Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Professional in all respects. On time, quality work, reasonable prices and great job on installing recessed lighting in three areas of the house. Also changed out pin light bulbs to LED recessed lighting."
Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"These guys installed solar panels and four batteries they did an awesome job. Super clean efficient and got the job done quickly. Good communication skills. I would highly recommend.!"
Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Quick call back. Good job installing new floodlight cam at a reasonable price"
Serving Pilot Hill, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I needed help installing 3 gfci outlets in 3 bathrooms for bidets. Ask Angi for help, 4 people responded but the one who responded and answered all my questions was Simeon from Golden Valley Electrical. He quoted me a reasonable price and was willing to work the next day so i picked him. He came on time , we talked on what i wanted to happen and we agreed on how to tackle it. Wife loves how the end results was. Will definitely call him again if I need any other electrical work on my house."
When maintained properly, a whole-house generator can last up to 20 years. Costs to maintain and repair generators vary by location and type of generator, but you can expect to pay about $150 to $300 per year for annual generator maintenance checks. An experienced generator service technician will inspect your generator’s engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels to keep your generator in good working condition for as long as possible.
Installing a whole-house generator costs about $5,000 on average. Prices range from $1,550 to $8,500, depending on size, brand, fuel type, and assembly. The size of your whole-house generator is the most significant cost factor, with large homes with high energy demands costing the most to power. Types of whole-home generators include:
Portable generators with 1kW–7.5kW capacity: $500–$2,000
Partial generators with 9kW–20kW capacity: $2,000–$6,300
Whole-house generators with 22kW–48kW: $5,000–$18,000
When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:
Refrigerator: 600 watts
Large dehumidifier: 700 watts
Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts
Water heater: 3,000 watts
Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running.
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.
The value of installing a whole-house generator is that your home has guaranteed power, even if the power grid in your area is down. Whether a whole-house generator is worth installing in your home depends on how often you use it, your home’s location, and your lifestyle. For example, installing a whole-house generator is likely worth it if you:
Experience frequent or prolonged power outages
Work from home
Store a lot of cold food
Have a sump pump
Have a pump for well water
Use electronic medical devices
Live in a climate requiring heating or cooling
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
The cost to install a generator transfer switch depends on several factors. Our guide will help you understand all of the costs.
The average cost of a whole-house generator falls between $5,000 and $25,000. Keep reading to learn how much you can expect to spend.
Natural gas generators are whole-home standby generators that are connected to your home’s natural gas line. The average cost for a natural gas generator is $12,000.
Generators should give you peace of mind, but you’ll only get that if your installer knows what they’re doing. Learn how to hire a pro and what red flags to look for.
Whole home generator installations require a professional hand. Read this guide to help you decide which generator is best for your home.
Wondering who to hire to install a generator? Consult this guide to learn who to hire to install a generator or a transfer switch.
