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Good Job LLC
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Thousand Palms, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Bringing Craftsmanship to Every Corner of Your Home or Business\nSpecializing in Electrical, Plumbing, and Everything In Between.\n\n We’re your one-stop solution for home and business repairs, improvements, and handyman services. From appliance installations to expert electrical and plumbing work—just say the word.\n\n Big or small, we handle it all—with skill, care, and real attention to detail.\n

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HEGGE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Thousand Palms, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hegge sent someone out to survey the electrical usage at the house and described the complete process.  This included doing the survey, pulling the permit, getting the charger from Tesla, and doing the installation.  Once the job was inspected, they came back and closed up the electrical box and turned on the breakers.  They showed up when they said they were, they did the work and finished on time.  I paid the original estimate.  I would highly recommend Hegge.
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Commercial EV charger installation
Large custom lighting project
Thermal Club custom light fixture installation.
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+7

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Gil's Electrical Service Inc
4.2(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Thousand Palms, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well-nice to see a crew enjoy themselves while working. Had an issue with humming from new installation and the crew came back out immediately and switched out the lights. They do not repair holes needed for new installation but have a great guy to refer you too- Pleased with the efficiency and quality of work."
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+10

Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Grangers Mechanical, Inc.
4.4(
439
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Thousand Palms, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job turned out fantastic . The units installed are quiet and efficient Chad the salesman was with us in each step giving support suggestions and technical expertise The installers were all very efficient courteous. And professional Excellent company. Would hire again ..GF"
Generac Generator
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Electrical for Generator

+49

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Modern Electric
4.5(
105
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Thousand Palms, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed landscape lighting fixed in the back yard and new lighting added to the front yard. Miguel came out to install my lighting. He was very knowledgeable and polite; he even spray painted my older lighting that was still working to match the new lighting. I am very happy with the work and the price."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Poillon Electric
5.0(
4
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Thousand Palms, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We live in the Joshua Tree area and had a Kohler generator installed in 2021. Unfortunately, by 2025, it had failed. A local electrical contractor inspected it but couldn’t repair the issue, so we turned to the expert—Pete Poillon. I’m incredibly glad we did. Pete promptly diagnosed the problem: the controller board needed replacing. Kohler confirmed the part was covered under warranty, but required us to contact their Rancho Cucamonga service location. That’s when things got costly. They charged $3.95 per mile plus $185 per hour for travel time, bringing the total service estimate to a staggering $1,500–$1,800. In hindsight, choosing a Kohler generator was a major misstep. If we had gone with Generac, warranty service would have been handled locally by Poillon Electric at no extra charge. Lesson learned—we won’t make that mistake"
Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

The average cost to install a home generator is $5,200, but total costs can range from $500 to $18,000 or more. The final price depends on several factors, including the generator's size, type, brand, fuel source, and the cost of labor and assembly. The generator's size is the most significant cost factor, as units that can power larger homes with higher energy demands cost more.

Cost breakdowns by generator type are typically as follows:

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

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

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

To ensure you get the right size unit for your needs without overpaying, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes from qualified installers to find the best fit for your budget.

To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.

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