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Buzz Electric 2
4.8(
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Serving Vacaville, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert from Buzz Electric did a very good job of installing light fixtures and replacing light fan in the bathroom. He removed the rusted old fan carefully using electric saw. It took good amount of time but work quality was great. I will recommend Buzz Electric for anyone who needs large or small work done in their home or office."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hunts Electrical Services
5.0(
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Serving Vacaville, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Just had them come and install some can lighting in my hall way that I wanted for some time now. They were able to remove my old fixture in the hall and install 4 new LED can lights, even installed the dimmer I wanted with it. Much appreciated!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Legacy Electrical Service
5.0(
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Serving Vacaville, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"One of the workers was a plumber who noticed (heard) a leak in the Cityâ s water connection, under the sidewalk. City came out & fixed it (hope my water bill plummets!)"
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100a Solar Ready
200A Solar Ready

+29

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A Better Electrical Company Inc
5.0(
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Serving Vacaville, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jayson notified me right away and immediately scheduled an appt. He was very accommodating as to when I was available. When he arrived to my appt, he was nice and polite He was accommodating when asked to remove his shoes when going into me bedroom. He was very knowledgeable and kept explaining the issues that I had problems with. I appreciated his suggestions and thought his price was reasonable. I intend to call him again the next time I need an electrician and will gladly recommend him to my family and friends."
EV Charging Station
Ceiling Fan Instal
Electrical Panel
Electrical Panel
Ceiling Fan Install

+12

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atomic Telecomm & Electrical Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Vacaville, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe is hard working, diligent, and honest. I hired him 1) to put up an antenna for local tv service and 2) to fix poor wifi signals. TV was converted from cable rapidly using leftover wires. Saving $ not paying for cable and streaming off wifi. Great signal strength! WiFi was harder. He worked with ATT to determine my new iMac was sucking signals. He installed a more powerful router that solved wifi issues when iMac is off. Now I have to work with Apple to figure out how to manage the computer searching. I would not hesitate to call Joe back again. He is an excellent technician and a fine person. He is pretty busy, so sometimes it takes a few days before he can come out, but he is worth the wait."
Network Switch and Router
Driveway Camera
Backyard Camera's
Front Yard Camera
NW corner of house

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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.

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

Homeowners can often access federal tax credits, such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which covers a percentage of installation costs. Many states and utilities offer additional rebates, grants, or performance-based incentives. These programs can significantly lower your upfront investment. Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) or contact your local energy office for current offers.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

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