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Avatar for Dalcon Electric

Dalcon Electric

757 Chestnut St
4.56(
405
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Approved Pro

Dalcon Electric

757 Chestnut St
4.56(
405
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
726 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

We are an Electrical Contracting Company providing top quality electrical services to South Bay, East Bay, and the Peninsula! David Lee, the owner of Dalcon Electric, started doing electrical work in the San Jose area over 30 years ago. Then, in 1993, he started Dalcon Electric in San Jose. With over 30 years of experience in both residential and commercial work, we take pride in our expertise and professionalism. We always give you a fair price and can often recommend ways to save you money on your electrical job. We are family owned and operated company! We are also licensed, bonded, and insured! Give us a call today! You’ll be in good hands! Ask about our Angie's List coupon and senior discounts. Award winning. Certified Copalum Installers. SPAN Certified Installers.

"Clear and knowledgeable on what my request"

Howard Y on September 2025

We are an Electrical Contracting Company providing top quality electrical services to South Bay, East Bay, and the Peninsula! David Lee, the owner of Dalcon Electric, started doing electrical work in the San Jose area over 30 years ago. Then, in 1993, he started Dalcon Electric in San Jose. With over 30 years of experience in both residential and commercial work, we take pride in our expertise and professionalism. We always give you a fair price and can often recommend ways to save you money on your electrical job. We are family owned and operated company! We are also licensed, bonded, and insured! Give us a call today! You’ll be in good hands! Ask about our Angie's List coupon and senior discounts. Award winning. Certified Copalum Installers. SPAN Certified Installers.

"Clear and knowledgeable on what my request"

Howard Y on September 2025


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Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning

4430 Yankee Hill Rd
4.64(
655
)
Approved Pro

Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning

4430 Yankee Hill Rd
4.64(
655
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
457 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Service Champions is the leading heating and air conditioning contractor in Northern California servicing homeowners in East Bay, South Bay and Sacramento areas. We can make your home more comfortable and improve the quality of air you and your family breathe. We specialize in maintenance, repair and sales of all brands of air conditioners and heaters, and are experts in indoor air quality improvement through filtration, duct replacement, insulation and hospital grade UV lights. All the air conditioners we install have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant that does not damage the ozone. We also are huge proponents of super high efficient equipment, such as 95% efficient furnaces. This equipment saves homeowners a tremendous amount of money on their utility bills.

"Our Service Tech, Alex Peck, arrived on time to perform the annual check up & tune-up of our HVAC System. He was very professional and following the Tune-Up asked if there was any other items that needed done or looked into that he could take care of. His services were very much appreciated and very professional. Lee"

Lain L on September 2025

Service Champions is the leading heating and air conditioning contractor in Northern California servicing homeowners in East Bay, South Bay and Sacramento areas. We can make your home more comfortable and improve the quality of air you and your family breathe. We specialize in maintenance, repair and sales of all brands of air conditioners and heaters, and are experts in indoor air quality improvement through filtration, duct replacement, insulation and hospital grade UV lights. All the air conditioners we install have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant that does not damage the ozone. We also are huge proponents of super high efficient equipment, such as 95% efficient furnaces. This equipment saves homeowners a tremendous amount of money on their utility bills.

"Our Service Tech, Alex Peck, arrived on time to perform the annual check up & tune-up of our HVAC System. He was very professional and following the Tune-Up asked if there was any other items that needed done or looked into that he could take care of. His services were very much appreciated and very professional. Lee"

Lain L on September 2025


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Dollens Electric Corp

PO Box 730577
4.59(
69
)
Approved Pro

Dollens Electric Corp

PO Box 730577
4.59(
69
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
91 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

(408) 929-6100 Dollens Electric is a family owned and operated business. Our electricians specialize in panel upgrades, whole house rewiring, whole house fans, photovoltaic solar systems, lighting design, recessed lighting, retrofit, remodel and additions, electric vehicle charging stations, and electrical troubleshooting. Founded in 2005 we are a multifaceted provider of contracting services to San Jose and South Bay Area . During the past years we have added several services products to our offerings. We are now a significant provider of solar power systems to the foothill region of central California in Calaveras and Amador counties.

"Knew the issue. Very friendly. Repaired efficiently at a reasonable price."

Pat W on July 2024

(408) 929-6100 Dollens Electric is a family owned and operated business. Our electricians specialize in panel upgrades, whole house rewiring, whole house fans, photovoltaic solar systems, lighting design, recessed lighting, retrofit, remodel and additions, electric vehicle charging stations, and electrical troubleshooting. Founded in 2005 we are a multifaceted provider of contracting services to San Jose and South Bay Area . During the past years we have added several services products to our offerings. We are now a significant provider of solar power systems to the foothill region of central California in Calaveras and Amador counties.

"Knew the issue. Very friendly. Repaired efficiently at a reasonable price."

Pat W on July 2024


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Los Gatos Electric, Inc.

15559 Union Ave
4.00(
8
)
Approved Pro

Los Gatos Electric, Inc.

15559 Union Ave
4.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

For over 14 years, Los Gatos Electric has specialized in keeping homes powered, efficient, and ready for the future. Our expertise includes service panel upgrades, solar and battery installations, backup generators, and EV charger solutions. We value listening to your needs, providing clear guidance, and moving your project forward quickly and professionally. We’re committed to delivering safe, reliable, and lasting electrical solutions you can count on.

"Los Gatos Electric provided a great turn key operation. Jim coordinated delivery of the replacement generator, also coordinated enlarging the cement pad and installation of the unit. He replaced my 25 year old generator with a Generac Generator. And hooked it up to the existing automatic switching panel which saved me time and money. Overall, I thought it was an excellent effort."

Robert M on July 2025

For over 14 years, Los Gatos Electric has specialized in keeping homes powered, efficient, and ready for the future. Our expertise includes service panel upgrades, solar and battery installations, backup generators, and EV charger solutions. We value listening to your needs, providing clear guidance, and moving your project forward quickly and professionally. We’re committed to delivering safe, reliable, and lasting electrical solutions you can count on.

"Los Gatos Electric provided a great turn key operation. Jim coordinated delivery of the replacement generator, also coordinated enlarging the cement pad and installation of the unit. He replaced my 25 year old generator with a Generac Generator. And hooked it up to the existing automatic switching panel which saved me time and money. Overall, I thought it was an excellent effort."

Robert M on July 2025


Avatar for Fitch Electric, Inc.

Fitch Electric, Inc.

7059 Commerce Cir Suite B
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro

Fitch Electric, Inc.

7059 Commerce Cir Suite B
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

We are authorized Generac dealers and installers of whole home generator systems. We take pride in our customer service and customer satisfaction. From start to finish we will educate our clients and communicate thoroughly through the whole process. Additionally we take on commercial work and residential work. We offer free consultations on all aspects of work. Let us help you meet your electrical needs today.

"Lucas Fitch called me within 10 minutes of posting an inquiry on Angi. He came out the next morning, discussed the project in detail, and gave me a written estimate (which was detailed and very reasonable) that same day. The job was completed the next week by two knowledgeable, professional, and friendly technicians. What an impressive company! "

Anastasia I on August 2025

We are authorized Generac dealers and installers of whole home generator systems. We take pride in our customer service and customer satisfaction. From start to finish we will educate our clients and communicate thoroughly through the whole process. Additionally we take on commercial work and residential work. We offer free consultations on all aspects of work. Let us help you meet your electrical needs today.

"Lucas Fitch called me within 10 minutes of posting an inquiry on Angi. He came out the next morning, discussed the project in detail, and gave me a written estimate (which was detailed and very reasonable) that same day. The job was completed the next week by two knowledgeable, professional, and friendly technicians. What an impressive company! "

Anastasia I on August 2025


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Green Leaf Solar & Electric, Inc.

677 North 12th Street
4.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

Green Leaf Solar & Electric, Inc.

677 North 12th Street
4.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 years of experience

Here at Green Leaf Solar & Electric, Inc., we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project.

"No thanks"

Kien T on September 2020

Here at Green Leaf Solar & Electric, Inc., we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project.

"No thanks"

Kien T on September 2020


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Avid Communication Networks

39881 Burr Ave
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro

Avid Communication Networks

39881 Burr Ave
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

We are Telecom experts offering simple to advanced Telephone and Data Network installation and service. We can optimize your existing Data Network to help you manage Internet usage and Prioritize it for your Business needs. We can help you move your Business or start a new Business. Small to Large we can help. If you are interested in upgrading your system we have excellent solutions and good advice.

"Really good service. Super friendly guy."

Kati L on September 2024

We are Telecom experts offering simple to advanced Telephone and Data Network installation and service. We can optimize your existing Data Network to help you manage Internet usage and Prioritize it for your Business needs. We can help you move your Business or start a new Business. Small to Large we can help. If you are interested in upgrading your system we have excellent solutions and good advice.

"Really good service. Super friendly guy."

Kati L on September 2024


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L N S

16155 DeWitt Ave
4.65(
36
)
Approved Pro

L N S

16155 DeWitt Ave
4.65(
36
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

L N S invites you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you will be pleased you did. Thank you!

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Thomas A on April 2024

L N S invites you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you will be pleased you did. Thank you!

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Thomas A on April 2024


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Rashid Kaddoura

2518 Roblar Lane
4.79(
115
)
Approved Pro

Rashid Kaddoura

2518 Roblar Lane
4.79(
115
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
81 local quotes requested

When it comes to reliability, We are the ones you need! Over 40 years of experience. Licensed, insured professional delivering reliable Electrical solutions. All types of Electrical works including: Electrical Panel Upgrades, EV Chargers Installation, Recessed Lights, Troubleshooting, Wiring & Rewiring, Ceiling Fan Installation and Low Voltage Electricity.

"I appreciated the attention to my job requirements, the ability to fulfill the request expeditiously, and the fair price. I will be directing future residential electrical needs to Rashid Kaddoura. "

Christopher R on October 2025

When it comes to reliability, We are the ones you need! Over 40 years of experience. Licensed, insured professional delivering reliable Electrical solutions. All types of Electrical works including: Electrical Panel Upgrades, EV Chargers Installation, Recessed Lights, Troubleshooting, Wiring & Rewiring, Ceiling Fan Installation and Low Voltage Electricity.

"I appreciated the attention to my job requirements, the ability to fulfill the request expeditiously, and the fair price. I will be directing future residential electrical needs to Rashid Kaddoura. "

Christopher R on October 2025


Avatar for Avant Electric, Inc.

Avant Electric, Inc.

2066A Walsh Ave
4.89(
14
)
Approved Pro

Avant Electric, Inc.

2066A Walsh Ave
4.89(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
24 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Welcome to Avant Electric, Inc! You have found your premier electrical company, we can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"They were a great company to work with. They even found me a $600 tax rebate for upgrading my panel that I would not have thought to look for. They were always on time and got things done very quickly. Even the permits were done very fast. Other companies said permits can take 3 or 4 weeks. Avant had it all permitted and completed in 2 weeks."

DIANE M on August 2023

Welcome to Avant Electric, Inc! You have found your premier electrical company, we can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"They were a great company to work with. They even found me a $600 tax rebate for upgrading my panel that I would not have thought to look for. They were always on time and got things done very quickly. Even the permits were done very fast. Other companies said permits can take 3 or 4 weeks. Avant had it all permitted and completed in 2 weeks."

DIANE M on August 2023

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

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