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Fairway Electric

5776 Lindero Canyon Rd
4.52(
660
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Approved Pro

Fairway Electric

5776 Lindero Canyon Rd
4.52(
660
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
67 local quotes requested
30 years of experience

PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT [email protected] OR 310-864-7171 We are not your typical Yellow Page Company. No bait and switch. We are here to earn your respect with good quality work. It's about a relationship and referrals. We include all prices upfront. We do not charge for estimates and will gladly try to walk you through your electrical repair over the phone, if you're up to the task. I have been growing in the trades from 1975, from my first job in a lumber yard stacking lumber then building custom furniture as well as obtaining a background in plumbing. This led to my first job as an electrical helper at age seventeen, by the time I was twenty I was in charge of a Los Angeles based Company for seventeen years. We work with and for several Property Management companies and we have remolded a Ritz Carlton from the ground up in MDR. For the last several years we have been part of building many homes from the ground up and several remodels. NO JOB IS TOO SMALL, we work on all levels of service. We treat all customers with the same respect from the beginning of the job to the finish of the project. Goodwill comes back if you respect your customers. I have been with Angie's list for since 2005 with 11 YEARS of consecutive ( A rated ) ANGIE'S LIST AWARDS. Please contact us at [email protected] or 310-864-7171

"Great job, fixed outlets and put new fixture. On time and very reasonable rates. Got another estimate and they were far less. Will definitely use again"

Lonnie S on July 2025

PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT [email protected] OR 310-864-7171 We are not your typical Yellow Page Company. No bait and switch. We are here to earn your respect with good quality work. It's about a relationship and referrals. We include all prices upfront. We do not charge for estimates and will gladly try to walk you through your electrical repair over the phone, if you're up to the task. I have been growing in the trades from 1975, from my first job in a lumber yard stacking lumber then building custom furniture as well as obtaining a background in plumbing. This led to my first job as an electrical helper at age seventeen, by the time I was twenty I was in charge of a Los Angeles based Company for seventeen years. We work with and for several Property Management companies and we have remolded a Ritz Carlton from the ground up in MDR. For the last several years we have been part of building many homes from the ground up and several remodels. NO JOB IS TOO SMALL, we work on all levels of service. We treat all customers with the same respect from the beginning of the job to the finish of the project. Goodwill comes back if you respect your customers. I have been with Angie's list for since 2005 with 11 YEARS of consecutive ( A rated ) ANGIE'S LIST AWARDS. Please contact us at [email protected] or 310-864-7171

"Great job, fixed outlets and put new fixture. On time and very reasonable rates. Got another estimate and they were far less. Will definitely use again"

Lonnie S on July 2025


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Harmony Electrical, Plumbing and Air

11121 First Ave
5.00(
13
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Approved Pro

Harmony Electrical, Plumbing and Air

11121 First Ave
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1464 local quotes requested

Harmony Electrical, Plumbing and Air is dedicated to delivering exceptional electrical, plumbing and Air services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Our mission is to ensure reliability and quality through customized solutions, supported by a team of highly skilled and experienced technicians who are always prepared to provide outstanding service. We are committed to your satisfaction and will not consider the job complete until it meets our high standards. Our pride lies in the quality of our work and our commitment to excellent customer service. Explore the range of services we offer below, and feel free to call or click to schedule your free estimate today!

"Very good company, great service and always on top of everything would highly recommend to anyone!!"

Lauren D on October 2025

Harmony Electrical, Plumbing and Air is dedicated to delivering exceptional electrical, plumbing and Air services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Our mission is to ensure reliability and quality through customized solutions, supported by a team of highly skilled and experienced technicians who are always prepared to provide outstanding service. We are committed to your satisfaction and will not consider the job complete until it meets our high standards. Our pride lies in the quality of our work and our commitment to excellent customer service. Explore the range of services we offer below, and feel free to call or click to schedule your free estimate today!

"Very good company, great service and always on top of everything would highly recommend to anyone!!"

Lauren D on October 2025


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Dwelling Electric Inc.

1180 Rosecrans St
4.78(
669
)
Approved Pro

Dwelling Electric Inc.

1180 Rosecrans St
4.78(
669
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
85 local quotes requested

Looking for an electrician who values your time and delivers top-quality results? Dwelling Electric Inc. offers prompt service, upfront pricing, and clear communication throughout San Diego. We specialize in EV charger installations, recessed lighting, and elegant lighting solutions. Text us now at 619-940-6262 for a fast, no-hassle estimate!

"I had fire alarms replaced and the project went really well with Dwelling Electric. Jeff was professional and efficient. All was completed very quickly and he spent time explaining everything to me."

Katherine C on August 2025

Looking for an electrician who values your time and delivers top-quality results? Dwelling Electric Inc. offers prompt service, upfront pricing, and clear communication throughout San Diego. We specialize in EV charger installations, recessed lighting, and elegant lighting solutions. Text us now at 619-940-6262 for a fast, no-hassle estimate!

"I had fire alarms replaced and the project went really well with Dwelling Electric. Jeff was professional and efficient. All was completed very quickly and he spent time explaining everything to me."

Katherine C on August 2025


"Fantastic! Fast and efficient. Fair pricing"

Patrick S on June 2025

Electrical contractor providing mostly service work and some new construction work in mostly residential and some commercial and industrial applications.

"Fantastic! Fast and efficient. Fair pricing"

Patrick S on June 2025


"I highly recommend this business. He resolved my issue with great efficiently. He was very knowledgeable and personable. He listened to my concerns and offered comprehensive resolutions. I couldn't have chosen a better business. He was the perfect choice. I'm very satisfied and highly recommend this business."

Terry M on September 2025

Any residential, commercial, repairs or add-ons, Fair prices, dead-line always a must, owner-operated 20 years experience

"I highly recommend this business. He resolved my issue with great efficiently. He was very knowledgeable and personable. He listened to my concerns and offered comprehensive resolutions. I couldn't have chosen a better business. He was the perfect choice. I'm very satisfied and highly recommend this business."

Terry M on September 2025


Community Electrical

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Community Electrical

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We take pride in helping the community! No job to big or small ! New and old systems. Back up power and generator systems! We do it all!

We take pride in helping the community! No job to big or small ! New and old systems. Back up power and generator systems! We do it all!


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Terrebonne Projects

2801 Ocean Park Blvd
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Terrebonne Projects

2801 Ocean Park Blvd
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Free onsite estimate

We specialize in outdoor projects: Generators, Decks, Gates/Fences, Pergolas, Lighting, Hardscape, and Outdoor Gas/Water Features. We can do small jobs or your entire end-to-end project. We are 4th generation builders dedicated to the highest quality work. Get the new backyard front yard you have been dreaming about - or just the one install by someone you can trust. Thanks for considering us, it would be our honor to make your project reality!

We specialize in outdoor projects: Generators, Decks, Gates/Fences, Pergolas, Lighting, Hardscape, and Outdoor Gas/Water Features. We can do small jobs or your entire end-to-end project. We are 4th generation builders dedicated to the highest quality work. Get the new backyard front yard you have been dreaming about - or just the one install by someone you can trust. Thanks for considering us, it would be our honor to make your project reality!


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Perpetual Electric

2081 Sycamore Dr
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Perpetual Electric

2081 Sycamore Dr
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3 years of experience

Perpetual Electrical is here to serve everyone's Electrical needs. Residential and Commercial. - New Construction -Solar - E.V. Charging stations Commerical and Residential - Lighting - Electrical Panel Upgrades

Perpetual Electrical is here to serve everyone's Electrical needs. Residential and Commercial. - New Construction -Solar - E.V. Charging stations Commerical and Residential - Lighting - Electrical Panel Upgrades


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Copperfield Electric

1581 Copperfield Drive
5.00(
4
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Copperfield Electric

1581 Copperfield Drive
5.00(
4
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned business. "Electrical Contractor C-10 We are based out of Orange County, California. We specialize in ADU additions, service panel upgrades, EV chargers, Lighting, troubleshooting, Hvac power/ disconnects, repairing/adding/ moving or removing outlets. We pretty much do everything electrical for residential and commercial. We take pride in getting your electrical projects done with a higher quality of work. We are fast paced, always providing solutions beyond the ordinary."

"We have planked ceilings in our older home and needed lighting in the kitchen and living room along with other electrical work during our kitchen remodel. Rene was prompt, easy to work with, has great communication and is fair with his rates. I spoke with a number of contractors about adding lighting but they either didn’t have a good option or had no experience. Rene worked with me to create a solution and did an excellent job explaining what would be done and helped me to visualize it as well. He is THE BEST and we trust him with any electrical needs for our home."

Tamara A on February 2023

We are a family owned business. "Electrical Contractor C-10 We are based out of Orange County, California. We specialize in ADU additions, service panel upgrades, EV chargers, Lighting, troubleshooting, Hvac power/ disconnects, repairing/adding/ moving or removing outlets. We pretty much do everything electrical for residential and commercial. We take pride in getting your electrical projects done with a higher quality of work. We are fast paced, always providing solutions beyond the ordinary."

"We have planked ceilings in our older home and needed lighting in the kitchen and living room along with other electrical work during our kitchen remodel. Rene was prompt, easy to work with, has great communication and is fair with his rates. I spoke with a number of contractors about adding lighting but they either didn’t have a good option or had no experience. Rene worked with me to create a solution and did an excellent job explaining what would be done and helped me to visualize it as well. He is THE BEST and we trust him with any electrical needs for our home."

Tamara A on February 2023


RNA Electric

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RNA Electric

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26 years of experience

Residential and Commercial electrical Recess Lightning Panel Changeout/upgrades Electric Vehicle Chargers General Trouble Shooting We do it right the first time! We have been in the industry for over 30 years

Residential and Commercial electrical Recess Lightning Panel Changeout/upgrades Electric Vehicle Chargers General Trouble Shooting We do it right the first time! We have been in the industry for over 30 years

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In many cases, you’ll need a permit or basic inspection to install one of these large generators. Since they include significant alterations to your home electrical system and many produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require jumping through a few hoops for general safety purposes. Your installer may be able to help you with these permits.

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

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

The Santa Ana, CA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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