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Avatar for Casaroja Electric Inc
Casaroja Electric Inc
5.0(
19
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"Sergio did a fantastic job! Very happy with the clean install of my tier 2 charger and he added a plug down below my panel. Would recommend for any sort of EV charging installs! Clear communicator, showed up when he said he would and his services were well-priced!"
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade

+1

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Direct Electric Company
4.6(
151
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install

Serving Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Even installed a switch I bought for the fan at no additional charge."
Tesla Wall Connector installation
Exterior wall light installation
Pendants and small chandelier installation
Recessed can lighting and ceiling fan installation
Electrical Home Improvement

+13

Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Luminous Quality Electric Inc
5.0(
31
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I worked with Obed on this project. He was friendly, responsive, and very professional. He helped me install a new circuit and outlet for an EV charger, along with some other light electrical work. His price was fair and competitive with other bids I received, and the work was completed timely and competently. I will reach out to him again for any electrical needs."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate85%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mister Sparky Electric
5.0(
11
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had Mister Sparky come out and asses my entire home for safety issues and electrical upgrade needs. They were very thorough and knowledgeable. Jeremiah and Benny worked very hard to make sure we had an amazing experience! Highly recommend their services!"
Electrical
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B & C Electric Corp
5.0(
19
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"highly professional and efficient team. They installed an EV charger for a new house.Would definitely recommend them to others."
60 amp Siemens
Bushing
Grounding
Light sequence
Emporia charger

+17

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical Insight, Inc.
4.5(
44
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They installed a 50 amp plug in my garage to connect an EV charger. I was afraid that the installation may require a panel upgrade. But he made it work without the upgrade. The price was good and the work was done quickly. Great job. Would hire them again."
Electrical Projects
Electrical Projects
Electrical Projects
Electrical Projects
Electrical Projects

+45

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J. Casillas Electric, Inc.
4.2(
908
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe was great to work with i asked for a quote and he gave me exactly that and scheduled the installation of 2 wired smoke alarms the next day,Nariel was the electrician and he did a great job, very pleasant, very nice and his work was very neat. I will be using J Casillas electric again."
custom home
track lighting
My work.
low voltage 4inch
fans

+57

Response time7 hrs
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Kent Electrical Services Inc.
4.3(
17
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+2 more

Serving Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The electrician Matt provided exemplary service to complete my complicated electrical job. Matt responded to my request with prompt and professional precision. He explained what needed to be done and efficiently (and Covid safely) completed the work which Included two trips to Home Depot."
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Additional Photos

+11

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
31
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Vista, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired home pro remodeling to put pavers on my back yard and to install flloring thorough out the whole house I'm super setasfied with the work and the service . The company also provided me great financial options which I used thank you kobi Leo and Lucas for your great service . Highly recommend them for everyone"
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%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.

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. 

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.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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.

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