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SparkSmith Electric LLC

4.71(
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SparkSmith Electric LLC

4.71(
14
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
56 local quotes requested

The name of our company is SparkSmith Electric LLC and we are a fully licensed, bonded and insured company. Our goal for this next year is to be more established in Santa Cruz County. Please don’t hesitate to call anytime if you have any electrical questions and projects and we will be sure to take care of you ASAP (831)331-7587.

"Great!!! They fixed the problem..were on time, efficient, trustworthy, friendly, fair price...will recommend to friends..and use again if needed!!"

Shannon S on December 2024

The name of our company is SparkSmith Electric LLC and we are a fully licensed, bonded and insured company. Our goal for this next year is to be more established in Santa Cruz County. Please don’t hesitate to call anytime if you have any electrical questions and projects and we will be sure to take care of you ASAP (831)331-7587.

"Great!!! They fixed the problem..were on time, efficient, trustworthy, friendly, fair price...will recommend to friends..and use again if needed!!"

Shannon S on December 2024


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Dalcon Electric

757 Chestnut St
4.56(
405
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Dalcon Electric

757 Chestnut St
4.56(
405
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
726 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

We are an Electrical Contracting Company providing top quality electrical services to South Bay, East Bay, and the Peninsula! David Lee, the owner of Dalcon Electric, started doing electrical work in the San Jose area over 30 years ago. Then, in 1993, he started Dalcon Electric in San Jose. With over 30 years of experience in both residential and commercial work, we take pride in our expertise and professionalism. We always give you a fair price and can often recommend ways to save you money on your electrical job. We are family owned and operated company! We are also licensed, bonded, and insured! Give us a call today! You’ll be in good hands! Ask about our Angie's List coupon and senior discounts. Award winning. Certified Copalum Installers. SPAN Certified Installers.

"Clear and knowledgeable on what my request"

Howard Y on September 2025

We are an Electrical Contracting Company providing top quality electrical services to South Bay, East Bay, and the Peninsula! David Lee, the owner of Dalcon Electric, started doing electrical work in the San Jose area over 30 years ago. Then, in 1993, he started Dalcon Electric in San Jose. With over 30 years of experience in both residential and commercial work, we take pride in our expertise and professionalism. We always give you a fair price and can often recommend ways to save you money on your electrical job. We are family owned and operated company! We are also licensed, bonded, and insured! Give us a call today! You’ll be in good hands! Ask about our Angie's List coupon and senior discounts. Award winning. Certified Copalum Installers. SPAN Certified Installers.

"Clear and knowledgeable on what my request"

Howard Y on September 2025


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Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning

4430 Yankee Hill Rd
4.64(
655
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Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning

4430 Yankee Hill Rd
4.64(
655
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
456 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Service Champions is the leading heating and air conditioning contractor in Northern California servicing homeowners in East Bay, South Bay and Sacramento areas. We can make your home more comfortable and improve the quality of air you and your family breathe. We specialize in maintenance, repair and sales of all brands of air conditioners and heaters, and are experts in indoor air quality improvement through filtration, duct replacement, insulation and hospital grade UV lights. All the air conditioners we install have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant that does not damage the ozone. We also are huge proponents of super high efficient equipment, such as 95% efficient furnaces. This equipment saves homeowners a tremendous amount of money on their utility bills.

"Our Service Tech, Alex Peck, arrived on time to perform the annual check up & tune-up of our HVAC System. He was very professional and following the Tune-Up asked if there was any other items that needed done or looked into that he could take care of. His services were very much appreciated and very professional. Lee"

Lain L on September 2025

Service Champions is the leading heating and air conditioning contractor in Northern California servicing homeowners in East Bay, South Bay and Sacramento areas. We can make your home more comfortable and improve the quality of air you and your family breathe. We specialize in maintenance, repair and sales of all brands of air conditioners and heaters, and are experts in indoor air quality improvement through filtration, duct replacement, insulation and hospital grade UV lights. All the air conditioners we install have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant that does not damage the ozone. We also are huge proponents of super high efficient equipment, such as 95% efficient furnaces. This equipment saves homeowners a tremendous amount of money on their utility bills.

"Our Service Tech, Alex Peck, arrived on time to perform the annual check up & tune-up of our HVAC System. He was very professional and following the Tune-Up asked if there was any other items that needed done or looked into that he could take care of. His services were very much appreciated and very professional. Lee"

Lain L on September 2025


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Dollens Electric Corp

PO Box 730577
4.59(
69
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Dollens Electric Corp

PO Box 730577
4.59(
69
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
91 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

(408) 929-6100 Dollens Electric is a family owned and operated business. Our electricians specialize in panel upgrades, whole house rewiring, whole house fans, photovoltaic solar systems, lighting design, recessed lighting, retrofit, remodel and additions, electric vehicle charging stations, and electrical troubleshooting. Founded in 2005 we are a multifaceted provider of contracting services to San Jose and South Bay Area . During the past years we have added several services products to our offerings. We are now a significant provider of solar power systems to the foothill region of central California in Calaveras and Amador counties.

"Knew the issue. Very friendly. Repaired efficiently at a reasonable price."

Pat W on July 2024

(408) 929-6100 Dollens Electric is a family owned and operated business. Our electricians specialize in panel upgrades, whole house rewiring, whole house fans, photovoltaic solar systems, lighting design, recessed lighting, retrofit, remodel and additions, electric vehicle charging stations, and electrical troubleshooting. Founded in 2005 we are a multifaceted provider of contracting services to San Jose and South Bay Area . During the past years we have added several services products to our offerings. We are now a significant provider of solar power systems to the foothill region of central California in Calaveras and Amador counties.

"Knew the issue. Very friendly. Repaired efficiently at a reasonable price."

Pat W on July 2024


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Los Gatos Electric, Inc.

15559 Union Ave
4.00(
8
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Los Gatos Electric, Inc.

15559 Union Ave
4.00(
8
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Approved Pro
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

For over 14 years, Los Gatos Electric has specialized in keeping homes powered, efficient, and ready for the future. Our expertise includes service panel upgrades, solar and battery installations, backup generators, and EV charger solutions. We value listening to your needs, providing clear guidance, and moving your project forward quickly and professionally. We’re committed to delivering safe, reliable, and lasting electrical solutions you can count on.

"Los Gatos Electric provided a great turn key operation. Jim coordinated delivery of the replacement generator, also coordinated enlarging the cement pad and installation of the unit. He replaced my 25 year old generator with a Generac Generator. And hooked it up to the existing automatic switching panel which saved me time and money. Overall, I thought it was an excellent effort."

Robert M on July 2025

For over 14 years, Los Gatos Electric has specialized in keeping homes powered, efficient, and ready for the future. Our expertise includes service panel upgrades, solar and battery installations, backup generators, and EV charger solutions. We value listening to your needs, providing clear guidance, and moving your project forward quickly and professionally. We’re committed to delivering safe, reliable, and lasting electrical solutions you can count on.

"Los Gatos Electric provided a great turn key operation. Jim coordinated delivery of the replacement generator, also coordinated enlarging the cement pad and installation of the unit. He replaced my 25 year old generator with a Generac Generator. And hooked it up to the existing automatic switching panel which saved me time and money. Overall, I thought it was an excellent effort."

Robert M on July 2025


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Eskay Electric

1780 Noche Buena Street
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

Eskay Electric

1780 Noche Buena Street
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
43 local quotes requested

If you're looking for a company that provides premium products, outstanding service, and beautiful outcomes, then look no further than Eskay electric. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences, and our commitment to customer satisfaction means we won't rest until you are 100% happy with our work. owned and operated been in the electrical trade for over 20 years, we have 24/7 availability, call us 408-639-1821, Our services include ,panel upgrades, ev charger installation, residential and commercial electric, house rewiring, new construction wiring.

"Ramayana Electric came installed a new electrical panel along with new lights very professional and prices is very reasonable. They came on time and started working on the project. I definitely recommend them and I will definitely will use them again. Thank you,Stephanie"

Stephanie L on March 2025

If you're looking for a company that provides premium products, outstanding service, and beautiful outcomes, then look no further than Eskay electric. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences, and our commitment to customer satisfaction means we won't rest until you are 100% happy with our work. owned and operated been in the electrical trade for over 20 years, we have 24/7 availability, call us 408-639-1821, Our services include ,panel upgrades, ev charger installation, residential and commercial electric, house rewiring, new construction wiring.

"Ramayana Electric came installed a new electrical panel along with new lights very professional and prices is very reasonable. They came on time and started working on the project. I definitely recommend them and I will definitely will use them again. Thank you,Stephanie"

Stephanie L on March 2025


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Point Break Electric

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro

Point Break Electric

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
42 local quotes requested

FREE ESTIMATES Electrical contractor out of Monterey County. We are licensed, bonded, and insured. Certified EV charger installer for Chargepoint and enelx (Juicebox) chargers. We provide service panel upgrade or swap, Electric Vehicle chargers, Lighting interior and exterior, remodels, New construction, Fixtures install/replace, stand by generators, Smart switches, Maintenance.

"Very well! Professional and did a great job"

Jessica S on May 2023

FREE ESTIMATES Electrical contractor out of Monterey County. We are licensed, bonded, and insured. Certified EV charger installer for Chargepoint and enelx (Juicebox) chargers. We provide service panel upgrade or swap, Electric Vehicle chargers, Lighting interior and exterior, remodels, New construction, Fixtures install/replace, stand by generators, Smart switches, Maintenance.

"Very well! Professional and did a great job"

Jessica S on May 2023


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Moro Cojo Alarms and Electric

110 Valley Road
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

Moro Cojo Alarms and Electric

110 Valley Road
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Moro Cojo Alarms & Electric is a privately owned company founded in Castroville, California by the owner Allen Lorscheider. We operate throughout the Monterey County, San Benito County, South Santa Clara County and South Santa Cruz County to provide residences and businesses in the area with fire and life safety. The owner of Moro Cojo Alarms & Electric is highly trained professional with Nicet 2 ITM certification, OSHA certification, ACE license, Certification in multiple panels, safety certification and over 18 years of experience in the trade. Moro Cojo Alarms & Electric was created because the customers he served over the pass 15 years working in the Monterey County and surrounding areas, encouraged him to go get his license. They continue to reach out to him on a daily basis. Moro Cojo Alarms & Electric is built on excellence in work, honesty, responsiveness and genuine personal connections with the clients.

Moro Cojo Alarms & Electric is a privately owned company founded in Castroville, California by the owner Allen Lorscheider. We operate throughout the Monterey County, San Benito County, South Santa Clara County and South Santa Cruz County to provide residences and businesses in the area with fire and life safety. The owner of Moro Cojo Alarms & Electric is highly trained professional with Nicet 2 ITM certification, OSHA certification, ACE license, Certification in multiple panels, safety certification and over 18 years of experience in the trade. Moro Cojo Alarms & Electric was created because the customers he served over the pass 15 years working in the Monterey County and surrounding areas, encouraged him to go get his license. They continue to reach out to him on a daily basis. Moro Cojo Alarms & Electric is built on excellence in work, honesty, responsiveness and genuine personal connections with the clients.


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Sunrise Electrical Contracting, Inc.

2269 Muriel Drive
4.75(
4
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Approved Pro

Sunrise Electrical Contracting, Inc.

2269 Muriel Drive
4.75(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

Licensed electrician in Santa Cruz, specializing in residential service. We're family-owned & operated and we offer free estimates; 24/7 emergency service; professional, reliable electricians; flexible scheduling w/nights & weekends; and a 20-year guarantee on our workmanship. Sunrise is here to solve your home electrical issues with as little interruption to your life as possible. We take pride in being responsive because we know how frustrating it can be waiting for a callback on an urgent electrical problem, or wasting time calling around and not getting an answer. We'll get your electrical work completed promptly, safely, and done right, every time. Offering electric vehicle chargers, recessed lighting, main panel upgrade/repair, generator install, whole house rewires, smart home design/install, home theater, hot tub/spa wiring, emergency service, electrical troubleshoot/repair--and much more. Generally, if it's got wires and it's in your home, we can work on it! Give us a call.

"Brando was delightful and reliable"

Marsha H on August 2023

Licensed electrician in Santa Cruz, specializing in residential service. We're family-owned & operated and we offer free estimates; 24/7 emergency service; professional, reliable electricians; flexible scheduling w/nights & weekends; and a 20-year guarantee on our workmanship. Sunrise is here to solve your home electrical issues with as little interruption to your life as possible. We take pride in being responsive because we know how frustrating it can be waiting for a callback on an urgent electrical problem, or wasting time calling around and not getting an answer. We'll get your electrical work completed promptly, safely, and done right, every time. Offering electric vehicle chargers, recessed lighting, main panel upgrade/repair, generator install, whole house rewires, smart home design/install, home theater, hot tub/spa wiring, emergency service, electrical troubleshoot/repair--and much more. Generally, if it's got wires and it's in your home, we can work on it! Give us a call.

"Brando was delightful and reliable"

Marsha H on August 2023


All Gen Services LLC

5270 E Geary St
No reviews yet

All Gen Services LLC

5270 E Geary St
No reviews yet

All Gen Services LLc is a owner-operated Generac Authorized Sales, service, and parts Dealer. We offer wide variety of Services for home standby units such warranty repairs, general recommended maintenance, as well as emergency on-call. If your looking into purchasing and have one installed we offer free qoutes! As owner-operater I strive to be deliver exceptional customer service and honest quality work that you can count on.

All Gen Services LLc is a owner-operated Generac Authorized Sales, service, and parts Dealer. We offer wide variety of Services for home standby units such warranty repairs, general recommended maintenance, as well as emergency on-call. If your looking into purchasing and have one installed we offer free qoutes! As owner-operater I strive to be deliver exceptional customer service and honest quality work that you can count on.

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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.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

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