Since day one, we’ve been dedicated to providing our community with a level of service in HVAC that just doesn’t currently exist. Over 30 years of experience. Their former experience of operating a successful HVAC company led to them opening Peak Home Performance with a passion and dedication unseen in our area.
"They were professional and helped us solve the problem."
Joy R on January 2025
Since day one, we’ve been dedicated to providing our community with a level of service in HVAC that just doesn’t currently exist. Over 30 years of experience. Their former experience of operating a successful HVAC company led to them opening Peak Home Performance with a passion and dedication unseen in our area.
"They were professional and helped us solve the problem."
DR Electric is a licensed Electrical contractor in Colorado Springs, We have a licensed electrician available 24 hours a day for any and all of your electrical emergencies. We are a team of electrical experts specializing in residential electrical repairs, upgrades and remodels in Colorado Springs, Colorado and the surrounding areas. Families and home owners trust us for quality services that are like no other. Military & senior discounts offered.
"The job was done quickly and professionally."
James N on September 2024
DR Electric is a licensed Electrical contractor in Colorado Springs, We have a licensed electrician available 24 hours a day for any and all of your electrical emergencies. We are a team of electrical experts specializing in residential electrical repairs, upgrades and remodels in Colorado Springs, Colorado and the surrounding areas. Families and home owners trust us for quality services that are like no other. Military & senior discounts offered.
Reliant Electric is a local small business that has been in the Colorado Springs area since 2005. Husband and wife team Eric and Michele Rush handle the daily operations. Michele manages the office, while Eric is who you'll meet out in the field. He has almost 25 years of experience as an electrician. Come to us for all of your electrical contracting needs! Reliant Electric specializes in residential work, panel upgrades, and remodels but welcomes commercial projects as well. The company is fully licensed and insured. We offer free estimates, call today. We look forward to serving you.
"Reliant was professional and extremely knowledgeable! Work was clean and orderly! Highly recommend Reliant!"
Buddy O on May 2023
Reliant Electric is a local small business that has been in the Colorado Springs area since 2005. Husband and wife team Eric and Michele Rush handle the daily operations. Michele manages the office, while Eric is who you'll meet out in the field. He has almost 25 years of experience as an electrician. Come to us for all of your electrical contracting needs! Reliant Electric specializes in residential work, panel upgrades, and remodels but welcomes commercial projects as well. The company is fully licensed and insured. We offer free estimates, call today. We look forward to serving you.
"Reliant was professional and extremely knowledgeable! Work was clean and orderly! Highly recommend Reliant!"
Give us a call at (719) 321 - 4413 for all aspects of residential and commercial Electrical work. Including: Panel swaps, replace old wiring, new construction, remodel work, Hot tub wiring, commercial lighting, light install and replacement, and many other kinds of electrical jobs.
"Front Range Electricians Andrey and Artem did a great job updating many of our interior lights. They are professional, efficient, and personable. We are glad that we use their services and will call them again. We highly recommend them."
Steve H on April 2025
Give us a call at (719) 321 - 4413 for all aspects of residential and commercial Electrical work. Including: Panel swaps, replace old wiring, new construction, remodel work, Hot tub wiring, commercial lighting, light install and replacement, and many other kinds of electrical jobs.
"Front Range Electricians Andrey and Artem did a great job updating many of our interior lights. They are professional, efficient, and personable. We are glad that we use their services and will call them again. We highly recommend them."
Colorado Complete Security provides quality services to our customers. We install security, audio, video and much more. Our goal is to protect what is most important to you. If you are looking for a quality pro with a solid reputation, call us today for all of your security needs!
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Bill M on February 2023
Colorado Complete Security provides quality services to our customers. We install security, audio, video and much more. Our goal is to protect what is most important to you. If you are looking for a quality pro with a solid reputation, call us today for all of your security needs!
System Communications is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"They did an excellent job and I’m really happy."
Alexander B on June 2024
System Communications is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.
"Excellent work"
Robert H on September 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.
We're fully licensed and insured, and our professionals have undergone extensive training in the electrical industry. At Westside Electric, we go above and beyond to meet your expectations. We can take care of all of your electrical needs including new home construction, remodel, panel upgrades, commercial and industrial.
"The service provider had the wrong assignment directions but completed the desired assignment nonetheless. I requested instillation of two track lights in a 15 foot vaulted ceiling. The worker had â installation of power plugs.â"
Dennis A on November 2022
We're fully licensed and insured, and our professionals have undergone extensive training in the electrical industry. At Westside Electric, we go above and beyond to meet your expectations. We can take care of all of your electrical needs including new home construction, remodel, panel upgrades, commercial and industrial.
"The service provider had the wrong assignment directions but completed the desired assignment nonetheless. I requested instillation of two track lights in a 15 foot vaulted ceiling. The worker had â installation of power plugs.â"
To secure your safety, our electricians will have EYE PROTECTION, FACE MASK, RUBBER GLOVES, and SHOE COVERS on every job. They will also disinfect themselves with CLOROX WIPES before and every visit. We are doing everything we can to keep you and us safe as possible. To Schedule your appointment directly Call 719-520-9999 or 303-597-9966. American Electrician has been a licensed and insured electrical contractor in the State of Colorado since 1995. We have no outstanding grievances with any BBB or reporting agencies in 18 years, because we make a point to do the job right and stand behind our work with a 5 year warranty on all work performed which is second to none. All of our field technicians are drug screened and background checked as well as trained biweekly on the latest equipment and trade practices. Once we commit to your job our price will not change until the job is complete.
"Great job others couldn’t figure out!"
Brent S on October 2024
To secure your safety, our electricians will have EYE PROTECTION, FACE MASK, RUBBER GLOVES, and SHOE COVERS on every job. They will also disinfect themselves with CLOROX WIPES before and every visit. We are doing everything we can to keep you and us safe as possible. To Schedule your appointment directly Call 719-520-9999 or 303-597-9966. American Electrician has been a licensed and insured electrical contractor in the State of Colorado since 1995. We have no outstanding grievances with any BBB or reporting agencies in 18 years, because we make a point to do the job right and stand behind our work with a 5 year warranty on all work performed which is second to none. All of our field technicians are drug screened and background checked as well as trained biweekly on the latest equipment and trade practices. Once we commit to your job our price will not change until the job is complete.
"Great job others couldn’t figure out!"
Brent S on October 2024
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts
No, you shouldn’t use an extension cord to plug a generator directly into your home without using a transfer switch. That’s because systems like pumps and HVAC fans need a steady power source that might not be available directly from your generator alone. If you bypass the circuit breaker box, you risk damaging your electrical system, creating a risk of electrical fire or electrical shock to you or any workers repairing lines on your local electrical grid.
An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.
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.
When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together.
Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:
Refrigerator: 600 watts
Large dehumidifier: 700 watts
Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts
Water heater: 3,000 watts
Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running.
These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.
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The Black Forest, CO homeowners’ guide to generator installs
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Keeping on top of generator maintenance and repairs gives you extra peace of mind as a homeowner. Find out how much regular generator maintenance costs.
The type of generator and its fuel source can make the difference between whether it provides temporary relief of long-term comfort. Find out how long a whole house generator can run continuously.
