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Spotlight Electric, LLC
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Serving Jefferson, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Small jobs welcome

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"Spotlight Electric did a great job with our service panel upgrade. Their pricing was reasonable, communication was clear throughout, and the work was completed efficiently. Everything felt straightforward and honest from start to finish."
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Redrocks Roof and Solar LLC
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Serving Jefferson, CO and surrounding areas

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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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Electrical Innovations LLC
New to Angi

Serving Jefferson, CO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Electrical innovations provides electrical safety for families homes, and peoples businesses. We are a fully licensed and insured company who’s been in business since 2010. We are a family owned and operated business who strives for making families happy and satisfied returning customers.

Custom Maintenance Experts
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Serving Jefferson, CO and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Bradley is very professional and very knowledgeable and on time. He was also able to get started on our house right away when others said it would be weeks. Our breaker box was very old and the wiring in our house was a mess and it needed replaced and repaired. We only had a couple of electrical outlets inside the house and we had no power to the bathroom. We also wanted him to also install new ceiling lights and we wanted him to add new outlets. Bradley replaced the old fuse box with a new fuse box and he added new outlets and replaced the old ceiling lights with new ones. He also got power restored to the bathroom. When he was done everything worked like brand-new and his rates were by far the best that we could find. It was the first time ever using an electrician that we felt like we didn't get ripped off."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RECO Solar and Electrical Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Jefferson, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jacob and team were amazing. They carried out a major electrical project and dealt with every aspect, from permits to final sign off, it was completely hassle free for us. I would highly recommend Reco."
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

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.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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