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Mr. Electric of Golden CO
5.0(
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Electric of Golden put together an amazing team to solve a challenging problem at my mountain home. I wouldnâ t hesitate to hire them again. Many thanks to Clay, Liz, Randy, Brandt and Chris"
Electrical Safety
Repairs
Installations
Another Quality Job Completed
Wall where the customer requested the charger

+25

Response time2 hrs
Response rate99%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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New Phase Electric, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Installed a 12 circuit generator cutover panel. Works great. Would have preferred the cables to be behind the drywall. But a solid job that passed Jeffco and Xcel inspections easily."
Brent's house
custom house
Custom light's
custom lights
Govee lights

+1

Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Productive Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tom was great at installing my RV outlet. Out of the 3 different quotes I received, he was able to get it done without trying to talk me into more expensive options. He was also accommodating with my somewhat busy schedule and very responsive throughout the install planning process. I would highly recommend Productive Electric."
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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True Bloom Energy Solutions LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

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Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.

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Rapid Energy Solutions, LLC
4.7(
12
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Woman who called me to give me more info and schedule was excellent and very friendly, great communication with her. The owner, I believe, who came to look at the job and give me a bid was professional and efficient as were the 3 guys who did the work. There was a 2 hour minimum work window which meant a $200 starting base price. They were done with my two projects (installing the outlet and fixing a hallway light) in less than an hour, so I guess I should have had more projects to get my full money's worth. They did a great job, though."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Blue Sky Plumbing & Heating Inc.
5.0(
6
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Blue Sky Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric is a fourth-generation, family-owned home service company proudly serving the Denver Metro area since 1916. For over 100 years, our team has delivered trusted plumbing, HVAC, sewer, drain, electrical, and indoor air quality solutions with a commitment to honest service and long-term customer relationships.\n\nAs a locally owned company, we combine modern expertise with generations of hands-on experience to provide reliable repairs, installations, maintenance, and emergency services for homeowners across Colorado. Customers choose Blue Sky for our highly trained technicians, transparent communication, same-day availability, and dedication to doing the job right the first time.\n\nFrom routine plumbing repairs to complete heating, cooling, and electrical upgrades, Blue Sky is committed to delivering comfort, safety, and peace of mind to every home we serve.

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Redrocks Roof and Solar LLC
4.1(
9
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Really responsive and prompt, especially in the installation phase. We did have a couple of small hiccups, which in my mind a homeowner should expected on literally any remodeling project, and they were resolved quickly. Communication on final details like inspections could have been smoother, but overall the whole process was very clear, well managed, and well executed. Happy with the choice to go with Red Rocks."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

If you’re wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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