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Last update on June 04, 2025
Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Jacob nd his crew replaced outlets, ran a 220 line, installed circuits and installed several ceiling fans. The work was finished quickly and efficiently. His prices were good. I would highly recommend his company. He also does industrial and commercial work."
Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
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Emergency services offered
"Perfect and smooth journey, Jorge came pre instillation to check the electrical panel and where the the charger was going to be installed and after the review he text me the cost of parts and installation, after I received the charger he came on time and the job was completed. I was updated by text messages throughout the process. In the future if I need any electrical work I definitely use JK Flores Enterprise."
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Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1968
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Warranties offered
"William and his team did a fantastic job upgrading our meter panel. They took care of all the permits and had the job done on time and on schedule. They were extremely communicative throughout the entire process and I would use them for all electrical services in the future."
Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Will is awesome. He installed perfectly 240V power outlet for my EV. I am satisfied with his work. I recommend you to work with him."
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Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1974
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Warranties offered
"The crew came on time and did an excellent job installing electrical wiring and installing the ceiling fan. Highly recommended!"
Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Raymond and team did an excellent job installing an outdoor outlet for an electric vehicle!! We will absolutely call them for our next project."
Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Albrik Electric Co was contracted out as a 3rd party to complete an installation for a business client. The former electrical contractor was let go and Albrik Electric Co stepped in to resume the work. Between the ease of communication, the quality of work, flexibility of work time, and fair pricing, I highly recommend using Albrik Electric Co. We will consider using this company again for future projects."
Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I thought Paul and his installer were rock stars. I bought a new fan and the ceiling fan company where I bought it couldn't do a quick installation so I looked in here at Angies list and found that Paul at Fairway Electric was highly recommended. And the review was more than accurate. Paul responded immediately and had someone out the next day and installed my ceiling fan (something i did NOT want to do myself). And he even charged me a bit less than Paul quoted. Later---there was a frequency problem with the ceiling an light that made it dim occasionally---(caused by a neighbor who had a remote control with a similar frequency). Paul sent his repairman out (no additional charge) and changed the frequency. I'd call Paul back in a millisec if I had another ceiling fan installation or for electrical work based on my excellent experience dealing with him."
Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
Offers commercial services
"Sergio did a fantastic job! Very happy with the clean install of my tier 2 charger and he added a plug down below my panel. Would recommend for any sort of EV charging installs! Clear communicator, showed up when he said he would and his services were well-priced!"
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Serving Placentia, CA and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Impressed with Luis & team. First installed new outlets for a TV, moved an outlet, installed outdoor lights, then upgraded my electric panel. Each time great work, very reliable, and I know it’s fairly priced."
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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 whole-house generator in Los Angeles, CA varies based on factors like generator size, fuel type, and installation complexity. Learn the typical price range and what influences your total cost.
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.
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