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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
5.0(
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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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Residential Tesla Wall Connector installation
Commercial EV charger installation
Large custom lighting project
Thermal Club custom light fixture installation.
La Quinta Resort Underground Parking EV Charging Installation

+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

"When John arrived, he thoroughly explained my options. I decided to get a new tank water heater rather than tank-less. He was able to obtain the new 75 gallon water heater that morning and it was installed in about 4 hours. I am very satisfied with their service and the price was reasonable for the amount of work required."
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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(
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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

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.

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.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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