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Fitch Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fitch Electric installed a stand by generator for my home. They were able to get a generator for me within a few weeks. Generac is running 20 weeks behind so I was happy to be able to have it installed much sooner. The process was smooth and professional. They were available to answer any and all questions that I had, so I was very pleased with their service."
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+6

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Dalcon Electric
4.5(
427
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Resolve immediate problem and generated estimates for the overall plan to address new security compliance requirements"
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+9

Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
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Villa Handyman - Unlicensed Contractor
4.6(
47
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Armando, did an excellent job replacing the outdated fluorescent kitchen light fixtures, and replaced them with recessive energy efficient lighting. This included re-texturing the raised area as well as a finished coat of painting. Couldn?t be happier with the results!!!"
New remodel kitchen
Main water line replace
All cities projects well
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+9

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
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Fatima Electric, Inc.
3.8(
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1976

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Stephen was knowledgeable about the Code requirements for Oakland (not all of the electricians who quoted on the job were) and flexible in working through the equipment needs (a panel and a subpanel). He and his crew (Jeff and Tom) were quick, clean and efficient in the installation and the price for the work was fair. I definitely would hire them again if I need more electrical work."
Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Patrick M Butterly Electrical Contractor Inc
5.0(
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a great job, even corrected some code violations that were present when we moved in. Installed multiple 110v, 230v single phase, 230v 3 phase and 480v 3phase circuits, wired a paint booth, Tumbler unit, overhead crane systems, and even did some repairs on a complicated piece of machinery that wasn’t working. Great guys work hard no excuses. They get the job done plain and simple. I had used them twice because they were that reliable."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

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.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

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