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Bethel Electric, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Olmito, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Incredible service and quality installation. Very professional, budget friendly, great communication. They are my go to company for electrical service now and in the future."
Panel replacement/upgrade
New 150Amp panel
200 amp Federal Pacific main
200amp circuit breaker panel
New 200 amp Midwest Main

+52

Response time11 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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AG Electric
5.0(
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Serving Olmito, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I am so happy I chose AG Electric to help me with my project. They responded in a timely manner. They did such a great job. I was very pleased with their knowledge and professional professionalism, and their courtesy. I will definitely turn to them for any future electrical work I may need. They were a great choice."
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+11

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Peoples electric
New to Angi

Serving Olmito, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

People’s Electric is a licensed electrical contractor proudly serving the Rio Grande Valley. We specialize in residential and light commercial electrical work, including panel upgrades, lighting installations, troubleshooting, remodel wiring, and code-compliant repairs.\n\nWe take pride in clean workmanship, clear communication, and doing the job right the first time. Safety, reliability, and attention to detail are at the core of everything we do.\n\nWhether you need a small repair, a new construction or a full installation, you can count on honest pricing and professional service.\n\nSe habla español

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Elite Electric & Automatic Gate of South Texas
4.9(
39
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Serving Olmito, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Electrician had professional appearance and work ethic. Job was not easy due to the new RG6 cable was required to be installed in the flat roof area of the home which is a very confined space to maneuver. Arrived on time as promised, but unfortunately the cable used was not adequate to transmit the new Spectrum digital signal and the following day I had to have the newly installed cable (which was a copper cladded RG6 cable) replaced by a steel cladded RG6 cable in order to receive the Spectrum signal. I attempted to alert the electrician that due to the recent change of Spectrum from an analog signal to a digital signal on April 17th 2018 that he needed to use a higher quality RG6 cable or he would continue to have unsatisfied customers. Electrician has failed to return my call which is unfortunate for him as I think his work was excellent, but his future cable installation jobs may be rated less than excellent if the quality of cable used is not resolved."
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+9

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Casas Bros Electric, LLC
4.9(
16
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Serving Olmito, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They did an excellent job and fixed my outlet that melted the frigerator plug. They were very nice and helpful and cleaned. The price was very reasonable. I will use them again if I need any electrical done."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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Ideal Electric Solutions LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Olmito, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is an honest contractor who does outstanding work at a fair price. He is on time and and completes the work as promised. I have hired the company a number of times and will not use anyone else for my electrical work. Excellent service. Excellent work ethics. You will not find a better company."
Exterior lighting
Exterior Box work
Meter Box work
Interior panel work
Conduit runs

+18

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home

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.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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