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Deinhard Electric Company
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Offers commercial services

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today! \n

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KY electrical
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I've been working in the electrical trade for over 20 years with lots of experience in residential and commercial electrical. I've also done some work with security camera systems and computer networking. I'm also a personal trainer and dance instructor so I love working with people and staying in shape. If you get to know me you'll find out quickly that I'm easy to work with. I'm always available so feel free to reach out.

T & A Business C
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Teodoro Tenorio\nI have 22 years experience in construction as well doing maintenance and residential and commercial properties. I am new in the area of Bakersfield. I moved from LA California. \nI have experience in an Electrical troubleshooting or new construction, plumbing, general maintenance\nI was working in Calabasas for real estate investors, I was working in Los Angeles for Gray construction ..\nI cover the area Fresno to Oxnard to Orange County, including Los Angeles area..\nMy philosophy is to do it right at the first time , to don’t have to do it twice.\n\n

Crafts Handyman Services
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

With 6 years of experience in both machine and facilities maintenance, I bring expertise in electrical, plumbing, mechanical repairs, and installations. Known for my ability to handle a wide range of tasks, I focus on delivering quality work without cutting corners. Whether it’s fixing machinery, troubleshooting complex systems, or tackling general handyman projects, I approach every job with reliability and precision. Currently working as a full-time maintenance mechanic, I’m looking to expand my skills by offering top-notch handyman services on the side. If it needs fixing or installing, I’m the one to call.

Aria Construction, Inc.
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Really impressed with my new back yard. I was very hesitant as I got so many bids at first, but really what got me is the way they approached that. From A to Z everything done professionally, with a 3D design, demo, and building the new concrete and pool. I love how everything came out and will be happy to use their service in the future."
Response time2 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Generator Install FAQs, answered by experts

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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