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Fitch Electric, Inc.
5.0(
14
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Saratoga, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It is weeks like this that make me so happy to have had Fitch Electric install a generator at my house. I had them install an EV Generator a few months ago and bit the bullet for the generator knowing this summer would be HOT and PGE would be shutting us down as usual. I cannot say enough great things about Fitch Electric https://fitchelectricinc.com/ They are professional, reasonably priced and are on-time and on budget. Thanks Lucas and your team at Fitch Electric 5 out of 5 star recommend ! I only said 4.5/5 on the value only because it's expensive regardless so this isnt a knock on Fitch just the whole generator world and PGE in general. I wish we didn't have to do this but in these times over the last several years WE KNOW that PGE will be shutting off power and this is just what we have to do. I love Fitch! Will use them again 100% in the future."
Finished product
Sketch showing generator install.
Pouring the concrete pad for generator.
Generator delivered to client.
Hoisting generator over ledge.

+6

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Avant Electric, Inc.
4.8(
16
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Saratoga, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team at Avant is next level. From planning, to prep and through final inspections, Avant’s skilled approach allows the home-owner to get from ideation to ”finished” without any pressure to do more than our budget allowed. We upgraded our panel; moved the PG&E drop so the wifi meter was no longer next to our master suite; installed a new EV fast-charger; installed a new home security system; upgraded indoor and installed new automated outdoor lighting AND re-wired all our 220a appliances. I’d recommend Avant for any home-owner seeking high value excellent workmanship!"
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by64%of homeowners
Proper Power Electric
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Saratoga, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Electric of San Jose South
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Saratoga, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Here at Mr. Electric of San Jose South, we're excited to earn your business! Locally owned and operated, we are known in the area for our prompt service and attention to detail. Customer satisfaction is always our primary concern, so be sure to give us a call today!

Ceiling Fan Install
Added new junction box and new fixtures in Bathroom.
Bathroom Remodel
Panel Upgrade
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
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Vilroy
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Saratoga, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

With over 28 years of experience in residential and commercial electrical services, I am a fully licensed electrician in the State of California, committed to delivering excellence in every project.\n\nMy work is built on precision, safety, and strict compliance with California electrical codes. From panel and subpanel upgrades to three-phase systems, transformers, lighting installations, and advanced troubleshooting, every job is executed with professionalism and attention to detail.\n\nI don’t just complete projects — I deliver safe, efficient, and long-lasting electrical solutions.\n\nProfessional. Reliable. Done right the first time.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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