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Avatar for Swiftwater Electric & Solar, Inc.

Swiftwater Electric & Solar, Inc.

3007 Racine Street
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro

Swiftwater Electric & Solar, Inc.

3007 Racine Street
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
83 local quotes requested

Swiftwater brings over 20 years of expertise in electrical services and over 15 years dedicated to the solar industry, making us the trusted partner for renewable energy solutions and electrical needs in our community. As a seasoned team with deep knowledge and experience, we provide comprehensive services that include a wide range of electrical contracting services as well as solar panel installations, battery storage, and backup generator installations tailored to your specific energy requirements. We understand that every client has unique goals, and we prioritize customized solutions that maximize efficiency and reliability. Our mission is to deliver exceptional service and quality that exceeds expectations. We believe in going the extra mile for our clients, from initial consultation to project completion, ensuring that every detail meets our high standards. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and our skilled electricians are committed to open communication, timely project delivery, and outstanding workmanship, so you can rest easy knowing your energy system is in expert hands. Whether you're looking to transition to solar power, secure a backup generator for emergencies, or invest in battery storage for energy resilience, Swiftwater offers premium products and services you can rely on. Our team is dedicated to making the process seamless, safe, and efficient, working closely with you every step of the way to achieve the best possible results. At Swiftwater, we’re not just installing energy systems; we’re building long-lasting partnerships with our clients based on trust, expertise, and a shared commitment to a sustainable future.

"Highly professional, timely, and reasonably priced. Worked with us to get the job done ASAP and within our budget. Would definitely hire again!"

Jeremy S on March 2025

Swiftwater brings over 20 years of expertise in electrical services and over 15 years dedicated to the solar industry, making us the trusted partner for renewable energy solutions and electrical needs in our community. As a seasoned team with deep knowledge and experience, we provide comprehensive services that include a wide range of electrical contracting services as well as solar panel installations, battery storage, and backup generator installations tailored to your specific energy requirements. We understand that every client has unique goals, and we prioritize customized solutions that maximize efficiency and reliability. Our mission is to deliver exceptional service and quality that exceeds expectations. We believe in going the extra mile for our clients, from initial consultation to project completion, ensuring that every detail meets our high standards. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and our skilled electricians are committed to open communication, timely project delivery, and outstanding workmanship, so you can rest easy knowing your energy system is in expert hands. Whether you're looking to transition to solar power, secure a backup generator for emergencies, or invest in battery storage for energy resilience, Swiftwater offers premium products and services you can rely on. Our team is dedicated to making the process seamless, safe, and efficient, working closely with you every step of the way to achieve the best possible results. At Swiftwater, we’re not just installing energy systems; we’re building long-lasting partnerships with our clients based on trust, expertise, and a shared commitment to a sustainable future.

"Highly professional, timely, and reasonably priced. Worked with us to get the job done ASAP and within our budget. Would definitely hire again!"

Jeremy S on March 2025


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Lockler Electric

2275 Lower Peoh Point Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Lockler Electric

2275 Lower Peoh Point Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Lockler Electric we can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Weekends by appointment only.

"Great experience. The bid was reasonable and comprehensive, very professional. Work was performed promptly and exactly as per bid. No complications. Follow-up was sincere and exemplary. I look forward to working with them again. Steve S"

Stephen S on October 2025

At Lockler Electric we can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Weekends by appointment only.

"Great experience. The bid was reasonable and comprehensive, very professional. Work was performed promptly and exactly as per bid. No complications. Follow-up was sincere and exemplary. I look forward to working with them again. Steve S"

Stephen S on October 2025


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Swiftwater Electric, Inc.

3007 Racine St
4.88(
16
)
Approved Pro

Swiftwater Electric, Inc.

3007 Racine St
4.88(
16
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.

"Such an amazing staff who walked me through the process clearly and professionally since day one of inquiry."

Cy S on November 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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.

"Such an amazing staff who walked me through the process clearly and professionally since day one of inquiry."

Cy S on November 2024


Custom Electrical Contractors, Inc.

2215 Sumner Tapps Highway East
4.75(
38
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Approved Pro

Custom Electrical Contractors, Inc.

2215 Sumner Tapps Highway East
4.75(
38
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our review from satisfied clients. Give us a call today so we can answer all of your questions. Satisfaction guaranteed.

"Very organized, very efficient!"

Jaime A on August 2017

We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our review from satisfied clients. Give us a call today so we can answer all of your questions. Satisfaction guaranteed.

"Very organized, very efficient!"

Jaime A on August 2017


D Squared Electric, LLC

407 South 25th Avenue
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

D Squared Electric, LLC

407 South 25th Avenue
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

D Squared Electric, LLC has over 10 years of experience and serves the greater Yakima and Kittitas County. We are committed to giving our customers the quality, value and service they need and want. We are a service-based electrical contractor providing installations and applications in the residential, commercial and industrial fields. Call us today for your free estimate!

D Squared Electric, LLC has over 10 years of experience and serves the greater Yakima and Kittitas County. We are committed to giving our customers the quality, value and service they need and want. We are a service-based electrical contractor providing installations and applications in the residential, commercial and industrial fields. Call us today for your free estimate!


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AllCities Solar and Electric Co.

2008 S 1st St
5.00(
8
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AllCities Solar and Electric Co.

2008 S 1st St
5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

No Job Is Too Small! Not only is AllCities Solar and Electric Co. the best at saving you money, we are a fully licensed, bonded and insured electrical company as well. From ceiling fans to hot tubs and everything in between. For over 40 years we have served our community and surrounding cities with quality service and we have been awarded one of America's top solar contractors for 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018. We are a small business with some of the best electricians available. We are also members of the BBB and Solar Washington.

"It went really well. I would definitely hire again."

Sandra N on September 2020

No Job Is Too Small! Not only is AllCities Solar and Electric Co. the best at saving you money, we are a fully licensed, bonded and insured electrical company as well. From ceiling fans to hot tubs and everything in between. For over 40 years we have served our community and surrounding cities with quality service and we have been awarded one of America's top solar contractors for 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018. We are a small business with some of the best electricians available. We are also members of the BBB and Solar Washington.

"It went really well. I would definitely hire again."

Sandra N on September 2020


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Brookside Electric LLC

PO Box 519
5.00(
3
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Brookside Electric LLC

PO Box 519
5.00(
3
)
Customers say: Quick response
20 years of experience

Proudly family-owned and operated for over 40 years, we provide top-quality electrical contracting services for both residential and commercial projects. Our experienced team is dedicated to safety, reliability, and exceptional craftsmanship, ensuring every job is done right the first time. Whether you need expert troubleshooting, new installations, or upgrades, we bring decades of trusted service to your home or business.

"We live in Snoqualmie and needed an EV charger installed. After researching in the area for an electrician and calling a few, I selected Brookside Electric. They just made the whole experience easy. They communicated very effectively and efficiently. Then, came out and did the work perfectly at a very fair cost that I did not see from other companies. Really appreciate Brookside Electric."

David O on March 2024

Proudly family-owned and operated for over 40 years, we provide top-quality electrical contracting services for both residential and commercial projects. Our experienced team is dedicated to safety, reliability, and exceptional craftsmanship, ensuring every job is done right the first time. Whether you need expert troubleshooting, new installations, or upgrades, we bring decades of trusted service to your home or business.

"We live in Snoqualmie and needed an EV charger installed. After researching in the area for an electrician and calling a few, I selected Brookside Electric. They just made the whole experience easy. They communicated very effectively and efficiently. Then, came out and did the work perfectly at a very fair cost that I did not see from other companies. Really appreciate Brookside Electric."

David O on March 2024


Ocean Shores Windmills

1416 E Ocean Shores Blvd SW
No reviews yet

Ocean Shores Windmills

1416 E Ocean Shores Blvd SW
No reviews yet
13 years of experience

We are the Washington State Certified Distributer for the award winning Neoulis 3-D Wind Generator. We also manufacture wind mill towers. All of our associates from site selection, soil analysis, engineering, electrical, construction and legal are all licenses professionals.

We are the Washington State Certified Distributer for the award winning Neoulis 3-D Wind Generator. We also manufacture wind mill towers. All of our associates from site selection, soil analysis, engineering, electrical, construction and legal are all licenses professionals.


THUNDER ELECTRIC

704 RIVER RD
4.96(
23
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THUNDER ELECTRIC

704 RIVER RD
4.96(
23
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Having served the Yakima Valley since its founding in 1974 Thunder Electric can help you with any electrical assistance you may need, be that for your home or your business.

"We've been happy with the service provided by Thunder Electric. They come out when they say they will come out. The service people are knowledgeable and prepared. Their price is affordable."

Graciela V on July 2020

Having served the Yakima Valley since its founding in 1974 Thunder Electric can help you with any electrical assistance you may need, be that for your home or your business.

"We've been happy with the service provided by Thunder Electric. They come out when they say they will come out. The service people are knowledgeable and prepared. Their price is affordable."

Graciela V on July 2020


1-888-JBC-ON-TIME (888-522-6684). 26 employees in Portland area. No subs used. Payment may be made via PayPal.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 watts

Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running. 

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.

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.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

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