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Woodline Electric
5.0(
55
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Serving Clackamas, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"These guys were prompt, professional, and their prices were very fair. Brandon Neustel came to our house and added a generator inverter switch in less than an hour. Could not be happier with the work."
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
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One Stop Electric LLC
5.0(
36
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Serving Clackamas, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As we wanted a ev charger installed, they went out of their way to get us the correct one. They were prompt in installation and courteous in all interactions, fair and reasonable pricing. Would use again for electrical needs."
Kitchen Remodel
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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John's Waterproofing Co.
4.9(
19
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Serving Clackamas, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ideal experience with this company! They contacted me and came out to make the bid the same day I contacted them. They were super flexible and worked to accommodate my schedule. I needed to wait until my EV charger arrived from the manufacturer. They came out the day after it arrived, installed the unit in under two hours, and it's been working flawlessly ever since. Don't let their name fool you--John's Waterproofing is expert at electrical work! I will use them again."
Water Puddle
Water Stains on the Walls
Full Perimeter Drainage and wall system
Room for The Home Appliances
Sump Pump and Battery Back up

+36

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
291 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Safety Home Services
5.0(
14
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Serving Clackamas, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"did great work, installed all fixtures and fixed my outlets in the house that stop working as well!! very professional, friendly, and 100% would recommend to friends and family. thank you jarrod!!!!!!"
Our great service team at Safety Home Services. Excited to serve you!
We do the most simple to the most complex residential services.  We are excited to serve you!
We are confident that we have what you need to fix your electrical issue!
Look for our trucks out there on their way to serve our customers!
We are excited to serve your electrical needs, whether small or big!

+5

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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Wind River Electric LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Clackamas, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am so grateful for this company. Micheal Townley is extremely knowledgeable and professional. He took the time to go through his assessment and upfront pricing. I had an odd electrical problem which lead to a bigger problem that could have been dangerous. After getting an absolutely shocking diagnosis from another company that left me stressed and crying for days, I hesitated to try anyone else but, Micheal put my mind at ease. I sent him pictures ahead of him coming out and he got right to work following further inspection of my electrical panel. I have additional work that will be completed by this company soon. I highly recommend Wind River."
Kitchen upgrades
Kitchen upgrades
Kitchen upgrades
Kitchen upgrades
Kitchen upgrades

+1

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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3 Mountains Plumbing
4.2(
648
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Serving Clackamas, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I appreciated how methodical Jon-Marc was in diagnosing the problem behind the leak in the kitchen ceiling from the upstairs bathtub, which appeared at first to be a failed shower diverter. But, when, after removing the faucet, the physical evidence inside the wall did not match what he expected to see with that issue, he kept looking and testing. Eventually, he identified the real problem as a failed seal around the wall soap dish, which plumbers don't repair. However, he also established that there is nothing wrong with the bathtub plumbing, which is good to know. He installed a new diverter, as the old one was starting to fail. Jon-Marc was courteous, professional, knowledgeable, and good at his job. He answered all my questions, explained what he would be doing, and stayed until the job was finished. He also kindly found that the leaking garbage disposal had rusted out. This was the second time I hired 3 Mountains Plumbing. I highly recommend the company and would hire them again."
The 3MP Team (Circa 2017)
Bill Kerrigan
Alex Grabbing a Photo
Rolling Through Lake Oswego
Random Patch Photo

+103

Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Paramount Electric Co.
5.0(
5
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Serving Clackamas, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are a licensed, bonded, and insured electrical contractor providing residential and commercial electrical services throughout the area. Our team handles everything from troubleshooting and repairs to panel upgrades, lighting, generators, remodels, and new construction wiring. We pride ourselves on clear communication, honest pricing, and high-quality workmanship. Whether it?s a small repair or a larger project, we focus on safe, code-compliant solutions and dependable service our customers can trust.

Exterior Lighting
Stair Lighting
Bathroom Pendants
Stair Lighting
Tesla Charger

+1

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Grid Electric LLC
New to Angi

Serving Clackamas, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you\n

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

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. 

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

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.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

The Clackamas, OR homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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