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Green Light Electric

4.88(
42
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Green Light Electric

4.88(
42
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

At Green Light Electric, we are committed to quality over quantity. Specializing in panel upgrades as well as small renovations of all types! Best in the business in Redding and surrounding areas. If you want to get your project done right the first time, make sure to call us first! Free estimates.

"Paul abandoned the job without a clear reason. Paul seems to like to schedule work on various days rather than starting a job and staying with it. He decided we were not a good fit. I have no idea where that came from. I have been a builder and electrician for over 50 years and never encountered such a whimsical attitude nor such a random approach to scheduling work. It is a violation of contractors license law to abandon a job, but I guess that is of no concern to Paul. I would not recommend a person that cannot get on the job as promised, stay on it till done, and keep whimsical behavior where it belongs... in junior high school."

mark e on May 2021

At Green Light Electric, we are committed to quality over quantity. Specializing in panel upgrades as well as small renovations of all types! Best in the business in Redding and surrounding areas. If you want to get your project done right the first time, make sure to call us first! Free estimates.

"Paul abandoned the job without a clear reason. Paul seems to like to schedule work on various days rather than starting a job and staying with it. He decided we were not a good fit. I have no idea where that came from. I have been a builder and electrician for over 50 years and never encountered such a whimsical attitude nor such a random approach to scheduling work. It is a violation of contractors license law to abandon a job, but I guess that is of no concern to Paul. I would not recommend a person that cannot get on the job as promised, stay on it till done, and keep whimsical behavior where it belongs... in junior high school."

mark e on May 2021


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Advanced Electric Service

4.74(
61
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Advanced Electric Service

4.74(
61
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Advanced Electric Service is licensed and insured doing business in Redding and the surrounding areas . We can meet all your residential and commercial needs.We have over 25 years experience. We are committed to achieve the highest customer rating in the electrical contracting industry.

"He was prompt and did a great job!"

Ron D on June 2025

Advanced Electric Service is licensed and insured doing business in Redding and the surrounding areas . We can meet all your residential and commercial needs.We have over 25 years experience. We are committed to achieve the highest customer rating in the electrical contracting industry.

"He was prompt and did a great job!"

Ron D on June 2025


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Stockton Landscape and Gardening Service

4.67(
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Stockton Landscape and Gardening Service

4.67(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
31 years of experience
Warranties offered

With over 20 years of experience, Stockton Landscape and Gardening Service pride itself on being number one in the area. We service both residential and commercial properties. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Hired to kill algae on water-feature without killing fish. $1050 later I have 3 new tress to eventually shade a pond that still has algae & all fish are dead."

Phil G on June 2022

With over 20 years of experience, Stockton Landscape and Gardening Service pride itself on being number one in the area. We service both residential and commercial properties. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Hired to kill algae on water-feature without killing fish. $1050 later I have 3 new tress to eventually shade a pond that still has algae & all fish are dead."

Phil G on June 2022


NorCal Electric and Pump Works

5.00(
1
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NorCal Electric and Pump Works

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We at Norcal Electric and Pump Works offers well pump repair and installation of new pumps, electrical repairs and installation, power pole installation, window and door replacement, siding repairs and new siding, plumbing repair and remodels. We always keep in constant contact with our customers no matter how large or small your project may be and take great pride in exceeding your expectations with quality work and fair pricing. We strive to get your well pump up and running as quickly as possible, we understand the urgency of having your water back up and running. We will always be respectful of your job site and we will leave it as clean as it was before we started. We service Tehama, Glen, Butte and Shasta counties. Feel free to contact us with any questions or a bid for a new project or repair.

"Fat and good for price. Right on time"

Soledad L on November 2025

We at Norcal Electric and Pump Works offers well pump repair and installation of new pumps, electrical repairs and installation, power pole installation, window and door replacement, siding repairs and new siding, plumbing repair and remodels. We always keep in constant contact with our customers no matter how large or small your project may be and take great pride in exceeding your expectations with quality work and fair pricing. We strive to get your well pump up and running as quickly as possible, we understand the urgency of having your water back up and running. We will always be respectful of your job site and we will leave it as clean as it was before we started. We service Tehama, Glen, Butte and Shasta counties. Feel free to contact us with any questions or a bid for a new project or repair.

"Fat and good for price. Right on time"

Soledad L on November 2025


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Alexander Technical Resources

4.74(
1,889
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Alexander Technical Resources

4.74(
1,889
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.

"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"

Jan C on February 2019

Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.

"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"

Jan C on February 2019


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Affordable Electric

4.96(
47
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Affordable Electric

4.96(
47
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a full service electrical Co. We do jobs large or small. Billing is simple , once job is complete , payment is due unless prior arrangement has been agreed to. We are a small company with low overhead , which in turn saves you money. Vets and elderly also get discounts. *Please note: We occasionally travel to distances without cellular reception. If we are out of range when we receive your message, we will return your request ASAP when we are back in service range! We apologize ahead of time for any delay in response and appreciate your patience.*

"(530) 209-9053?, Mike does Great work, but the CORRECT phone number to reach him is, (530) 209-9053?."

Chris R on November 2025

We are a full service electrical Co. We do jobs large or small. Billing is simple , once job is complete , payment is due unless prior arrangement has been agreed to. We are a small company with low overhead , which in turn saves you money. Vets and elderly also get discounts. *Please note: We occasionally travel to distances without cellular reception. If we are out of range when we receive your message, we will return your request ASAP when we are back in service range! We apologize ahead of time for any delay in response and appreciate your patience.*

"(530) 209-9053?, Mike does Great work, but the CORRECT phone number to reach him is, (530) 209-9053?."

Chris R on November 2025


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BD Home Improvements

4.74(
78
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BD Home Improvements

4.74(
78
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Customers say: True professional
53 years of experience

Whatever your home needs, I’m the man to help you see it done. If you own a home you've probably encountered a really thorny puzzle. There are contractors. They’re just the right people for medium to large home projects employing one to many highly skilled workers. For this man’s expertise you’ll pay top dollar. On the other hand there are day workers you can pick up outside of Home Depot. These folks are just perfect for unskilled small home projects. They’re men who’ll work very hard, but who have limited skills and little training. Thankfully they’re inexpensive. Their problem is you can’t really expect more than general yard and home cleanup from them. Additional DBAs - B D Home Improvements, The Small Job Guru.

"Bruce responded quickly to our request for quote, went over details of job, estimated the cost and gave us guidance on prep for the job. He called again to confirm the appointment, and was on time. He was very organized in setting up for the job. He was meticulous but fast in his work - the joins in the siding were perfect. Overall, very professional, easy to work with, and we would recommend Bruce."

Cliff D on June 2021

Whatever your home needs, I’m the man to help you see it done. If you own a home you've probably encountered a really thorny puzzle. There are contractors. They’re just the right people for medium to large home projects employing one to many highly skilled workers. For this man’s expertise you’ll pay top dollar. On the other hand there are day workers you can pick up outside of Home Depot. These folks are just perfect for unskilled small home projects. They’re men who’ll work very hard, but who have limited skills and little training. Thankfully they’re inexpensive. Their problem is you can’t really expect more than general yard and home cleanup from them. Additional DBAs - B D Home Improvements, The Small Job Guru.

"Bruce responded quickly to our request for quote, went over details of job, estimated the cost and gave us guidance on prep for the job. He called again to confirm the appointment, and was on time. He was very organized in setting up for the job. He was meticulous but fast in his work - the joins in the siding were perfect. Overall, very professional, easy to work with, and we would recommend Bruce."

Cliff D on June 2021


"Phil returned our call promptly, came to the house at the agreed time, and got right to work. He was very quick and did a high quality job at a reasonable price. All our electrical work will go to Phil from now on."

Patricia W on September 2019

Electrical Contractor

"Phil returned our call promptly, came to the house at the agreed time, and got right to work. He was very quick and did a high quality job at a reasonable price. All our electrical work will go to Phil from now on."

Patricia W on September 2019


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Hughes Construction

5.00(
21
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Hughes Construction

5.00(
21
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hughes Construction is a remarkable construction and remodeling firm, serving Northern California since 2007. Our projects have been recognized locally and statewide. We work with the areas’s finest Architects and Interior Designers. We are a licensed, bonded, and insured company that specializes in developing residential homes or general contracting any structure. We do use subcontractors on our jobs who are all licensed and insured. We give free estimates on all jobs. We also specialize in trades such as: fencing, finish carpentry, framing, painting, tile work, and any repair work needed.

"When looking for a custom home builder in the Redding area I came across Hughes Construction. The one thing that made me call him was other reviews on how well Shane communicates. I can say that I have had a great experience with Shane and that of all the subs that I have contacted for my custom home Shane was the best communicator of them all. It’s nice to have a contractor that wants your business enough that they keep you up to date with where they are in the bidding process. If anyone reading this is having problems staying in the loop with their contractor I suggest you call Hughes construction. You won’t be disappointed."

Aaron H on February 2018

Hughes Construction is a remarkable construction and remodeling firm, serving Northern California since 2007. Our projects have been recognized locally and statewide. We work with the areas’s finest Architects and Interior Designers. We are a licensed, bonded, and insured company that specializes in developing residential homes or general contracting any structure. We do use subcontractors on our jobs who are all licensed and insured. We give free estimates on all jobs. We also specialize in trades such as: fencing, finish carpentry, framing, painting, tile work, and any repair work needed.

"When looking for a custom home builder in the Redding area I came across Hughes Construction. The one thing that made me call him was other reviews on how well Shane communicates. I can say that I have had a great experience with Shane and that of all the subs that I have contacted for my custom home Shane was the best communicator of them all. It’s nice to have a contractor that wants your business enough that they keep you up to date with where they are in the bidding process. If anyone reading this is having problems staying in the loop with their contractor I suggest you call Hughes construction. You won’t be disappointed."

Aaron H on February 2018


Affordable Fans - The Fan Doctor

4.92(
13
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Affordable Fans - The Fan Doctor

4.92(
13
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner operated. Additional DBA: The Fan Doctor. Licensed electrician in New Hampshire & Massachusetts. Over 30 years experience.

"Excellent parts. Fast delivery."

William W on April 2021

Owner operated. Additional DBA: The Fan Doctor. Licensed electrician in New Hampshire & Massachusetts. Over 30 years experience.

"Excellent parts. Fast delivery."

William W on April 2021

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

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