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Power Up Electric Inc

4.87(
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Power Up Electric Inc

4.87(
583
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
43 years of experience

Power Up Electric Inc. has been a trusted provider of residential and commercial electrical services in Los Angeles since 1983. Built on a foundation of strong values, we continue to uphold our commitment to delivering top-quality workmanship and excellence. We take pride in offering the latest innovative electrical products and integrating cutting-edge technology to meet the diverse needs of our clients and enhance their lifestyles.

"After Martin installed our electric vehicle charger we hired him for several additional projects. He is always very responsive and helpful and offers good pricing. We will be hiring him again. "

Chris H on December 2025

Power Up Electric Inc. has been a trusted provider of residential and commercial electrical services in Los Angeles since 1983. Built on a foundation of strong values, we continue to uphold our commitment to delivering top-quality workmanship and excellence. We take pride in offering the latest innovative electrical products and integrating cutting-edge technology to meet the diverse needs of our clients and enhance their lifestyles.

"After Martin installed our electric vehicle charger we hired him for several additional projects. He is always very responsive and helpful and offers good pricing. We will be hiring him again. "

Chris H on December 2025


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Garafano Electric, Inc.

4.93(
171
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Garafano Electric, Inc.

4.93(
171
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
58 years of experience

Garafano Electric is a local, family-owned establishment based in Eagle Rock. We specialize in all things electric and service individual homes, as well as larger commercial or industrial facilities, for work ranging from small repairs to large-scale projects. We are 11 times Angie’s List Super Service Award recipients (awarded to the "top 5% of qualifying businesses"), and we pride ourselves in providing competitive, fair quotes for all of our work. Give us a call or write us a message and we’ll be sure to assist you in any way we can. First time Angie’s List customers receive a 5% discount!

"Excellent! They were in and out with a crew in one day. We were replacing under kitchen cabinet fluorescent lights with LED. On one cabinet that sits aline, it gave the optical illusion that it was not as bright as the other sections. Will Martinez the owner, came over on Sunday @ 10 am to fix things South as that it looked as it should. All included in the original estimate and invoice. No Extra Charge. TRUE Customer SERVICE!!!!"

Andy A on February 2025

Garafano Electric is a local, family-owned establishment based in Eagle Rock. We specialize in all things electric and service individual homes, as well as larger commercial or industrial facilities, for work ranging from small repairs to large-scale projects. We are 11 times Angie’s List Super Service Award recipients (awarded to the "top 5% of qualifying businesses"), and we pride ourselves in providing competitive, fair quotes for all of our work. Give us a call or write us a message and we’ll be sure to assist you in any way we can. First time Angie’s List customers receive a 5% discount!

"Excellent! They were in and out with a crew in one day. We were replacing under kitchen cabinet fluorescent lights with LED. On one cabinet that sits aline, it gave the optical illusion that it was not as bright as the other sections. Will Martinez the owner, came over on Sunday @ 10 am to fix things South as that it looked as it should. All included in the original estimate and invoice. No Extra Charge. TRUE Customer SERVICE!!!!"

Andy A on February 2025


Electric Zone

4.77(
258
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Electric Zone

4.77(
258
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

Electric Zone prides itself on providing absolutely the highest quality Electrical and Lighting services in the entire Los Angeles Market. We are a family run business consisting of myself and 6 employees. We have been in business for 14 years. We offer free estimates for your electrical and lighting needs. MUST CALL FOR DETAILS.We guarantee you the absolute highest quality work at a very fair price! We offer 24 hour emergency service as well! Please call us today!

"Very thorough job. Explained everything clearly and had all parts ready to be installed. Fair prices for all. Friendly and respectful."

Craig A on May 2025

Electric Zone prides itself on providing absolutely the highest quality Electrical and Lighting services in the entire Los Angeles Market. We are a family run business consisting of myself and 6 employees. We have been in business for 14 years. We offer free estimates for your electrical and lighting needs. MUST CALL FOR DETAILS.We guarantee you the absolute highest quality work at a very fair price! We offer 24 hour emergency service as well! Please call us today!

"Very thorough job. Explained everything clearly and had all parts ready to be installed. Fair prices for all. Friendly and respectful."

Craig A on May 2025


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JOHNSON ELECTRIC

4.85(
215
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JOHNSON ELECTRIC

4.85(
215
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
49 years of experience

Established in 1981 in the northeast Los Angeles area, I have been in the electrical field since completing my coursework at Los Angeles Trade Tech in 1977. I worked for other contractors gaining valuable experience before starting my own business in 1979. We are a growing business serving Los Angeles and surrounding areas. We work on both large and small jobs. We do both new construction and remodeling work. We try to always make the customers happy, feeling that this is the best way of creating a good and lasting working relationship.

"Mr. Johnson and his crew have performed a fewjobs from lighting installations, to doorbell repair, to rewiring. Every job has been done well and at a reasonable price. The workers were respectful and very helpful at explaining the work they did before they left. What really set this outfit apart is Mr. Johnson himself. He always returns calls, his crews show up on time and perform the work expediently. On top of this, when I have had questions about other electrical concerns, Mr. Johnson takes time to have a phone call to consult on the issue. Mr. Johnson and his company are of high integrity and I would highly recommend them for any residential electric work."

Robert N on September 2023

Established in 1981 in the northeast Los Angeles area, I have been in the electrical field since completing my coursework at Los Angeles Trade Tech in 1977. I worked for other contractors gaining valuable experience before starting my own business in 1979. We are a growing business serving Los Angeles and surrounding areas. We work on both large and small jobs. We do both new construction and remodeling work. We try to always make the customers happy, feeling that this is the best way of creating a good and lasting working relationship.

"Mr. Johnson and his crew have performed a fewjobs from lighting installations, to doorbell repair, to rewiring. Every job has been done well and at a reasonable price. The workers were respectful and very helpful at explaining the work they did before they left. What really set this outfit apart is Mr. Johnson himself. He always returns calls, his crews show up on time and perform the work expediently. On top of this, when I have had questions about other electrical concerns, Mr. Johnson takes time to have a phone call to consult on the issue. Mr. Johnson and his company are of high integrity and I would highly recommend them for any residential electric work."

Robert N on September 2023


"I first used Eddie to deal with a problem with a breaker and was advised that the panel itself should be replaced due to the age of the panel. Work was performed in a timely manner, and we now have much cleaner power with less chance of a breaker randomly tripping/failing... Am very satisfied with the work and response. Highly recommended! "

Dale S on December 2025

Any residential, commercial, repairs or add-ons, Fair prices, dead-line always a must, owner-operated 20 years experience

"I first used Eddie to deal with a problem with a breaker and was advised that the panel itself should be replaced due to the age of the panel. Work was performed in a timely manner, and we now have much cleaner power with less chance of a breaker randomly tripping/failing... Am very satisfied with the work and response. Highly recommended! "

Dale S on December 2025


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Citywide Electric

4.70(
76
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Citywide Electric

4.70(
76
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

At Citywide Electric we are a local company with over 18 years industry experience. We specialize in panel upgrades as well as electrical service requests. We promise to respond to your requests in a timely manner, treat your project as if it were our own home, and stand behind our work every time. We look forward to building a lasting relationship with each customer and thank you for your business in advance!

"Did two jobs"

Annette C on June 2019

At Citywide Electric we are a local company with over 18 years industry experience. We specialize in panel upgrades as well as electrical service requests. We promise to respond to your requests in a timely manner, treat your project as if it were our own home, and stand behind our work every time. We look forward to building a lasting relationship with each customer and thank you for your business in advance!

"Did two jobs"

Annette C on June 2019


JK Flores Enterprise LLC.

5.00(
21
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JK Flores Enterprise LLC.

5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Hardworking, driven and goal-oriented electricians with a deep understanding of electrical design, installation and inspection. No job is too small and you can rest assured the project will be finished properly and on time. Been in the electrical field over 25 years, for both commercial and residential. Finally, decided to expand on my own to empower your home or business. Tambien se habla espanol.

"Came quickly, went to get part fixed my fan and he looked at another fan I had, and the man couldn’t hook up the remote and the repair guy did that. Not bad $185. Will be calling back."

Carol S on December 2025

Hardworking, driven and goal-oriented electricians with a deep understanding of electrical design, installation and inspection. No job is too small and you can rest assured the project will be finished properly and on time. Been in the electrical field over 25 years, for both commercial and residential. Finally, decided to expand on my own to empower your home or business. Tambien se habla espanol.

"Came quickly, went to get part fixed my fan and he looked at another fan I had, and the man couldn’t hook up the remote and the repair guy did that. Not bad $185. Will be calling back."

Carol S on December 2025


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Albrik Electric Co.

5.00(
19
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Albrik Electric Co.

5.00(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I received a notice from LADWP about having to upgrade my electrical panel. I called a few people, but this company gave me the best price. They explain everything to me in a way that I can understand it. I am extremely grateful that I found them."

Maria I on October 2024

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I received a notice from LADWP about having to upgrade my electrical panel. I called a few people, but this company gave me the best price. They explain everything to me in a way that I can understand it. I am extremely grateful that I found them."

Maria I on October 2024


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Dream Telecom Solution, Inc.

4.76(
35
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Dream Telecom Solution, Inc.

4.76(
35
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
18 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Dream Telecom Solutions, Inc., is your local telecommunications company. We specialize in every aspect of commercial telecommunication installation and repair. We work with large and small businesses to find the right solution to your communication needs. No job is too big or small. Owner and operator, Johnny Won, has over 15 years of experience in the telecommunications industry and will make sure that you get exactly what your business needs at the price that fits your budget. Call us today!

"Johnny Won did an excellent job of installing our cameras. He is knowledgeable, dependable, punctual, and efficient. I highly recommend him. "

Norma R on October 2025

Dream Telecom Solutions, Inc., is your local telecommunications company. We specialize in every aspect of commercial telecommunication installation and repair. We work with large and small businesses to find the right solution to your communication needs. No job is too big or small. Owner and operator, Johnny Won, has over 15 years of experience in the telecommunications industry and will make sure that you get exactly what your business needs at the price that fits your budget. Call us today!

"Johnny Won did an excellent job of installing our cameras. He is knowledgeable, dependable, punctual, and efficient. I highly recommend him. "

Norma R on October 2025


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Electra-Comm, Inc.

4.96(
66
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Electra-Comm, Inc.

4.96(
66
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 years of experience

Electra-Comm, Inc. has been in business since 1993. We at Electra-Comm Inc are panel upgrade professionals and can guide through all phases of this task including permitting and utility company coordination. Here at Electra-Comm inc, we love what we do!.

"Best price. Great service."

Craig W on June 2024

Electra-Comm, Inc. has been in business since 1993. We at Electra-Comm Inc are panel upgrade professionals and can guide through all phases of this task including permitting and utility company coordination. Here at Electra-Comm inc, we love what we do!.

"Best price. Great service."

Craig W on June 2024

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an 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.

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

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.

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.

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