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Precision Service Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Laporte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired them to install can lights in my family room. They did an amazing job! Everything I could have asked for, expertise, customer service, and an amazing result!"
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
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True Bloom Energy Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Laporte, 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(
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Serving Laporte, CO and surrounding areas

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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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Redrocks Roof and Solar LLC
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Serving Laporte, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"First-rate service with a personal touch! Itâ s hard to find this kind of care and attention anymore when looking for home repairs. We needed our roof redone and a bunch of electrical repairs. Redrocks Roof and Solar worked with us every step of the way to make sure we were completely satisfied while respecting our budget. They also worked diligently with our insurance company to make sure that nothing was left out of our estimate. Robert and Brooke definitely go the extra mile on everything!"
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Ecliptic Electric
New to Angi

Serving Laporte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hello, I’m Jacob. I’m a father of three boys, six years old two years old and nine months. I’ve been an electrician for the past 12 years. I just started my business Ecliptic Electric and am working on getting it up and running. I’m a very hard-working and reasonable person and will always do the job to local and state code.

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Leading Edge Electric & Construction
4.7(
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Serving Laporte, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Theo came out and helped me tremendously!!! I couldn’t get to the light fixture I needed replaced. He was so patient and helped me get this light fixture replaced in 10 minutes. Great guy and a Great representative of Leading Edge Electric!!! Mike LeBrun"
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Lion Home Service
4.5(
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Serving Laporte, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"During a heat wave our AC decided to quit working. I contacted six or seven companies and left messages. Lion Home Service was the only one that called back in 24 hrs. The estimator and the installers were all friendly and efficient at getting the work done."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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.

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 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.

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