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Ric Energy & Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Riverdale, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and good customer service. Took care of all permits and provided an a good product. Would defiantly recommend Ric for any of your electrical needs!"
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
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ELECTRICAL & AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Riverdale, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Electrical & Automation Solutions is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
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Deep Spark Electric
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Riverdale, CA and surrounding areas

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At Deep Spark Electric, we provide reliable, high-quality electrical services for residential and commercial customers. Whether you need troubleshooting, panel upgrades, EV charger installation, lighting, outlets, switches, ceiling fans, or new wiring, we’re committed to doing the job safely and correctly the first time. We believe in honest pricing, clear communication, and treating every home with respect. Contact us today for dependable electrical service and a free estimate.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

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.

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