Serving Palo Verde, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Mega Power Electric is an excellent company to work with. Gary and his team are knowledgeable, honest, and will go out of their way to get the job done right. We installed panels and solar battery storage unit in our home and we're reaping the benefits of being clean and green."
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Serving Palo Verde, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2008
Free estimates
"We had a problem with an old kitchen. Wiring was confusing and done by non-professionals. Red One came in replaced 6 outlets, two lighting fixtures, and recommended some future work for us. Very professional, helpful, and good customer service. Showed up when they said they would and did exactly the work that was promised. No complaints."
Serving Palo Verde, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"His name is Andrew Johnson. He is going to be doing our carport next. He does all of our electrical but he also does incredible solar. It was around $17,000 for the solar. We have a big house. You can't beat his prices. He doesn't have a huge company. His guys are great. He shows up when he says. He does meticulous work. The city's came out and told him right in front us that he did better than perfect. He lives in our neighborhood. He told him to get on Angie's List"
Serving Palo Verde, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Overall, it was a very pleasant experience with no real complaints to speak of. Overall they get an "A" rating from me, the only ding being a "B" for punctuality due to a postponed appointment. This might be due to the city inspector, but quite possibly because they were quite a few people handling my account which lead to some information confusion.
The Verengo employees were always very courteous and up front about the information. You will find many resources prompting you to buy solar if you can, and I would agree, but if you don't have the $20k (estimated) then leasing it is the way to go and here's why:
Your situation may vary, but my lowest electric bill (winter) was $120. We have a modest 2k sqft home with A/C and evaporative cooler. We use electricity responsibly, but we are power hungry in that I have a lot of air tools and appliances. In the summer the bill would push in the mid $500 range depending on how much I was willing to suffer through my evaporative cooler on the 110+ degree weather days. After the engineering, evaluation, installation, and initiation, my bill is a flat $128. Keep in mind that my lowest bill was $120 and I'm sure that included a vacation and a few days of maximizing darkness. Electric like fuel will never go down, and even though they will be slight* (you will have your increase schedule) it is still comparably lower than the electric company's yearly price hike.
While I will not truly enjoy *free electric due to the lease, I did manage to lower my electric bill for years to come and the kicker is that I don't have to worry about the maintenance. To sweeten the deal, if I come across some money and pay my system off in advance, there are no penalties.
So the system works, is remotely monitored, and I'm saving money. What other concern could you have? Installation? The conduit on the sides leading to the inverter were color matched to my home. I maintain my on evaporative cooler so I frequent the roof and know what things should look like up there. All of their work is sealed properly and positioned straight. They even repaired some previously cracked concrete tiles on my roof. I was impressed by their service.
- Do your research if in the area, there are multiple solar companies trying to get your business. In the end I went with Verengo due to the customer service. I ended up being happy with the price as well. If you find this review helpful, mention me so we can both get added rebates ;).
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Serving Palo Verde, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I'm very happy with the work that was done by Landmark construction and energy crew. At first, we met with Ron that came over and met with us about the issues that we had with our water heater and with the bills that we currently pay for electric. Ron recommended us to replace the bulky old water heater and to install a tankless system that will supply hot water immediately and with the use of less gas. We liked that idea and we decided to go for this project. Ron came over to our house with his 2 people that basically took care of all the removal and the installation of the new system. The work that they did took only 2 days from start to finish and now we have more space at the garage, and the bills are much lower than before…."
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Serving Palo Verde, CA and surrounding areas
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Where do I begin. River Sun Solutions was amazing start to finish. Their employees are the hardest working individuals I have seen in a long time. The biggest thing for me was their communication, they said they will be there at a certain time they were there a few minutes early. They did not dilly dally one bit, there crew knocked out a 39 panel install, ran all the electrical in the attic, and setup storage batteries in the garage on what the news stated was the hottest day of the year at 118 degrees outside not to mention the temp in the attic. The attention to detail on their work was next level, I have never seen a company be this thorough. When the install was complete they double checked everything after working hours on hours, they went through everything checking the panels on the roof, the electrical panel, the batteries in the garage, cleaned up their mess and left it cleaner than they found it. The best part was the owner himself stopped by several times to check in."
Serving Palo Verde, CA and surrounding areas
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I have used Josh's services in the past for electrical issues, doors that weren't hung correctly and needed to be shaved down, cleaning of my HVAC unit coils. I haven't found anything that Josh can't do, and he is SO thorough. He is our "go to guy" for anything that comes up. In fact, I have a list of "Josh to do" items that we will be doing over time. He has a great work ethic, and is super nice. I HIGHLY recommend him and you'll find that he is someone that goes right into your personal contact list for when you need a repair or something done around your home!
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Serving Palo Verde, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1982
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They were punctual and professional. They did leave some electrical tape behind, but minor thing.
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Serving Palo Verde, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Extra polite and friendly staff."
Serving Palo Verde, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2008
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Serviceman came over and discovered its an electrical issue. Nothing wrong with appliance."
There is often some confusion about the type of work these professionals do. They only work on electrical systems such as outlets, lighting fixtures and electrical panels – they aren’t appliance repairmen.
There are three types of electricians: Master, Journeyman and Apprentice. Electrical licensing varies quite a bit by state. Some have licenses for apprentices and some do not. Some have a master’s rank while others stop at journeyman. Despite the differences, they all require a minimum amount of experience and usually classroom time.
Apprentice electricians aren’t usually licensed and spend 4 years learning the trade. Throughout that time, they work on a wide range of projects to learn to become a Journeyman. They’ll do basic work like installing fixtures and replacing outlets all the way to assisting in wiring a home. Regardless of the type of project, they must always be supervised by a Journeyman or Master electrician.
Journeymen work without supervision. In a few states, this is the highest level available and they can do all levels of work from wiring a new home to installing a light. In some states, they need a separate electrical contractor license to run a business. In places with a master’s level, a journeyman can do all work besides design new electrical systems.
Master electricians usually manage a shop, design new electrical systems in new construction and oversee both Journeyman and Apprentices. They typically bid new projects. Though they focus on larger projects, it’s not unheard of for a homeowner to request a Master Electrician for a house call. If you do, expect to spend up to 25% more for the visit.
Generally, you don’t tip electricians, but that’s not to say they don’t appreciate it if you do. You can offer them something to drink or eat, like coffee and donuts. Most will appreciate it if you do.
The education and certifications required to become an electrician vary by state, though they generally follow this list:
Apprentice
Does not always require a license depending on the state.
Learns on the job under Journeyman and Master Electricians.
Usually needs 4 years on-the-job training before they can test for a Journeyman license. Many states also require a technical degree to advance.
Always require supervision.
Journeyman
Needs between 8,000 to 10,000 hours of on-the-job training and usually 500 to 1,000 hours of classroom experience.
Can usually supervise apprentices.
They can diagnose and repair electrical problems.
Master
Achieved after an additional two years (4,000 hours) working as a Journeyman and taking the Master Electrician Exam.
Besides diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, they also design them. In most places they run shops and inspect Journeyman and Apprentice work.
Not a recognized rank in all states.
Electrical Contractor License is an optional license in some states for a Master Electrician to run a business. Some states have this instead of the Master license.
Electricians make an average of $26 per hour but it ranges with experience and licensing. An apprentice may make about half that while a Master Electrician may hit closer to $40 per hour. This figure represents how much they make; not how much they bill. Their salary is only one component of their costs. They must also figure in overhead, taxes, equipment, insurance and several other expenses.
Leave electrical work to the professionals. Electrical systems are complex and potentially hazardous when not handled and installed correctly. If it were easy, it wouldn’t take 4 years to become a journeyman or 6 years for a master’s license. If you are determined to forge ahead yourself, understand home electrical safety before beginning any project.Even for simple common electrical projects, a licensed pro is best. Not only is it safer, but contractors guarantee and insure their work. Hire a professional to keep your home’s electrical systems functioning properly and safely.
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