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LT Generators
4.3(
82
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Serving Sun Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently had a whole-house generator installed by Nick and his crew. I must say it was a pleasure dealing with this company, from the office staff to the installers. Everyone was so accommodating and mindful of my concerns and requests. The parts and tools they brought took up half of my back yard but at completion of the job, which took a full day, everything was removed and all my planters and other things were put back as before. A very seamless operation indeed. I would not hesitate to recommend LT generators."
22kw Generac Natural Gas Generator
27kw Generac Natural Gas Generator
Kohler Liquid Cooled
27kw Generac Natural Gas Generator
Kohler Air Cooled 20kW

+12

Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
M W Electric
4.9(
109
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Serving Sun Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mark at MW electric was outstanding. He took a difficult challenge and did a super great job installing a new transfer switch to my house electrical panel, which will allow me to hook up a generator and run my house if there is an electrical outage. I couldn't be happier, and he is great to work with and reasonable. I will hire him again."
Vehicle Charging Station
200 amp panel upgrade
EV 50 amp branch circuit
EV 50 amp branch circuit
EV 50 AMP BRANCH CIRCUIT

+5

Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical Bzzz
5.0(
51
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Serving Sun Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I needed a transfer switch installed for my generator. Robert explained everything to me and did the job timely and professionally. I highly recommend Electrical BZZZ."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ADI Electrical Services, Inc.
4.4(
5,641
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Serving Sun Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired ADI Electrical on 2/5/24 to do 5 different electrical jobs on our home, replace a fixture under the cabinet in the kitchen, supply and install floor outlet in the family room, supply and install new outlet for the garage ceiling, remove outlet in an old furnace closet, install new doorbell by move existing doorbell transformer to attic and fish ethernet cable from attic to junction box on side of house. Alvaro gave us a detailed estimate on 1/26 and we like their website which is very thorough and precise in its presentation. Michael the administrator in the office was very helpful in setting up appointments and anything else that was needed. Santo, Alex and Sam Adi came out on 2/6 to do the electrical work and we are extremely pleased with their attentiveness to detail and accomplishing everything that needed to be done. All the areas were cleaned up and everything was left spotless. We are very satisfied with the electrical services, and we highly recommend them."
Tesla Wall Connector / Car Charger
Tesla Wall Connector / Car Charger
Landscape  Lights
Recess Lights and Chandelier  Installation
Recess Lights  Installation

+13

Response time8 hrs
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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ZERO ELECTRIC
4.9(
10
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Serving Sun Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Zero Electric really came through for me. James is professional, knowledgeable, and competent as is the rest of his crew. I trust and would definitely use Zero Electric again in the future."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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