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Grand Valley Electric Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Fruitvale, CO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dillon and his crew are fantastic! We are a local HVAC company and use him on the regular. My clients are always happy with their professionalism and expertise. I highly recommend them!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
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Ryder Electric
4.9(
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Serving Fruitvale, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I made contact with HA on Sunday 07/08/2018. I didn't expect to get a call back the same day but Chris w/ Ryder Electric called and he was able to schedule the next day. He showed up promptly at 7am on 07/09. After explaining my problems with damaged wires (due to squirrels in the attic) he and his helper jumped in and had the problems resolved in no time. I was very impressed with their work attitude, honesty and knowledge. Thanks Ryder!"
Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Steeds, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Fruitvale, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great Service. I recommend Steeds all the time. I had a minor emergency so I called them and they addressed it after hours. Quick, Courteous, Reasonable and Respectful. Everything you can ask for. Go with Steeds"
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Breeze Electrical Solutions - Home Facebook
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Serving Fruitvale, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

At Breeze Electrical Solutions, LLC, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote. \n\n

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T.L.K. ELECTRIC, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Fruitvale, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Remodeling your present home has never made more economic sense than it does today, and great living upgrades for the modern home begin with up-to-date electrical systems that boost your home's value and enhance your lifestyle comfort. T.L.K. Electrical Services provides quality electrical solutions for homeowners from the smallest problem to the largest remodeling projectis equipped to manage all...of your commercial building electrical requirements at every level-from multi-million dollar new-build projects to minor electrical installations and repairs. At each and every commerical and residential level, our goal is to create a solid electrical system that insures safety and energy efficiency, while at the same time equipping work spaces for maximum productivity today and as needs grow over time.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

To determine the right size generator for your house, you should calculate the total wattage of the appliances and devices you want to power during an outage. List all essential items, note their start-up wattages, and add them together.

Here are some typical wattage requirements for common appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 to 4,500 watts

  • Electric furnace: 5,000 to 25,000 watts

A 7,500-watt generator might be sufficient for essentials like a refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits. However, for high-demand items like a water heater or furnace, a whole-home generator is a better choice. A portable generator may be enough if you only need to power a few critical items.

While home square footage can offer a rough estimate, it is not always a reliable indicator. For reference, here are some typical generator sizes based on square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14 kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16 kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20 kW+

For the most accurate sizing, consult a professional who can calculate your home's peak and average power consumption and recommend the optimal generator.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

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