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Empire Electric
5.0(
6
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. Based in Grass Valley. Small family business. Drove down to Citrus Heights and fixed my panel with no problems. Even offered a generator when my power was out. We had to wait awhile for SMUD coordinate their inspectors."
Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JD Electric
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hello! my name is jorge and i recently just launched my own Handy man business I'm in my 20s, been doing electrical for a couple years and now licensed, looking to push this further and get some recommendations under my name, the pictures on my card are some of the things I do, if you need or know anyone that's looking for electrical work done to your/there home feel free to call or text me at 775-544-8787

Fayth Lyon
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Need a breaker fixed? Outlet replaced? Room freshened up with clean paint lines?\n\nI’m a licensed journeyman electrician with 6+ years experience offering small electrical jobs and interior painting at fair prices.\n\n✔️ Clean work\n✔️ Respectful in your home\n✔️ No mess left behind\n✔️ Straightforward pricing\n✔️ Show up when I say I will\n\nPerfect for:\n• Troubleshooting tripping breakers\n• Outlet / switch replacement\n• Light fixture installs\n• Ceiling fan swaps\n• Small room repainting\n• Patch & paint touch-ups\n\nStarting Rates:\nElectrical troubleshooting – $99\nOutlet / switch replacement – $45 each\nInterior room painting – starting at $250\n\nServing Sacramento & surrounding areas.\n\nIf you want honest work without big-company pricing or runaround, message me.

Grass Valley
Grass Valley
Lectric Larry
4.7(
13
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

"Larry was spectacular. He was prompt and professional. We asked for him a quote to replace our electrical panel. Another electrician had examined the panel earlier in the day, told us it needed to be replaced with a 200 amp panel, and quoted us $6,800 for the job. Larry stopped by at the end of his day to take a look. He told us the panel was in fine condition, asked why we were looking to replace it, and suggested that we simply replace one of the old breakers ourselves. Saved us $6,800! Next time I need electrical work, I'll definitely call Larry because I'm confident that he won't try to sell us any services or repairs that we don't need!"
Response time30 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Red Rock Electric
4.5(
11
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired a different electrical company as a certified Generac generator service technician. Red Rock did the job in 28 minutes at our home in Tahoma. Found out the installing company, Winters Electric of South Lake Tahoe, left a natural gas orfice in the generator instead of changing over to propane. Red Rock then went through a complete installation sequence to make sure there wasn't something else missed. Well done."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

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.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

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

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

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

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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