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LEGENDARY ELECTRIC, LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving El-Dorado, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Legendary did a great job installing a Tesla home storage battery. The workmanship on the installation was excellent and they left the work area as they found it. On installation day there was a problem with the new battery which had an unusual glitch (it didn’t work). Not their fault. They contacted Tesla right away and Tesla sent a new battery (which worked) in a couple of weeks. Legendary came back to install the new battery right away. They spent sufficient time to explain the app and how to adjust settings within the app. I purchased the battery primarily to connect to my existing solar for emergency use in case of power outages. Would highly recommend them and will call them in the future for repair and maintenance issues also."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ZELLER ELECTRICAL INC
5.0(
5
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Serving El-Dorado, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, \nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best \nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today, we look forward to earning your business! 5 years experience in Solar and Electrical projects in the area!!\n

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Phoenix Energy Solutions, Inc.
4.6(
22
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Serving El-Dorado, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Micha was great to work with. Very fair price, on time everyday working up to 10 hours a day and if thats not enough he worked on the weekend so we would have heat. Have no fear working with this company, they are 5 star"
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+8

23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Spartan Home Services
4.5(
16
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Serving El-Dorado, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have worked with Spartan on multiple projects whether it was for a custom home build, or having them take care of my customers roofing needs while we handled a different part of the project. I have no worries when I refer customers to Spartan and can always rely on them to get my projects done when needed at a good value and in a timely manner. I'll be using and recommending Spartan for years to come."
Look at the steepness!
Front of house
Team work!
Everyone Stays Harnessed
Tiger Paw

+24

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by23%of homeowners
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Atomic Telecomm & Electrical Inc.
4.5(
9
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Serving El-Dorado, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe is hard working, diligent, and honest. I hired him 1) to put up an antenna for local tv service and 2) to fix poor wifi signals. TV was converted from cable rapidly using leftover wires. Saving $ not paying for cable and streaming off wifi. Great signal strength! WiFi was harder. He worked with ATT to determine my new iMac was sucking signals. He installed a more powerful router that solved wifi issues when iMac is off. Now I have to work with Apple to figure out how to manage the computer searching. I would not hesitate to call Joe back again. He is an excellent technician and a fine person. He is pretty busy, so sometimes it takes a few days before he can come out, but he is worth the wait."
Network Switch and Router
Driveway Camera
Backyard Camera's
Front Yard Camera
NW corner of house

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Sunriver Solar Power Systems
5.0(
2
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Serving El-Dorado, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Unfortunately my husband s company is moving us to the midwest. Even though we had a signed contract with Rick and Teresa at Sunriver Solar, they we very understanding and basically told us not to worry about it and to enjoy our next adventure. They even asked if they could help us with any of the moving stuff!!! They are a delight to work with, they do everything, they kept us up to date on what was going on, and, even though we could not work with them, we would highly recommend them. You really cannot go wrong with Sunriver Solar."
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Grass Valley Ground Mount
Solar on a workshop
Home Installation
Home Installation

+12

Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sunrun Inc
5.0(
1
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Serving El-Dorado, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The #1 home solar & battery company in America. We know going solar can be complicated. We are here as your expert guide every step of the way. With our customers, we are creating a planet run by the sun. Unrivaled home solar and battery experience\nWith 900,000 homes and counting, no one has more installation expertise.Smart technology\nAn ecosystem of innovative products that put you in control of your home energy needs. Payment solutions for every home\nTailored plans including predictable monthly payments, little-to-no money down, and no-debt options. The Sunrun Guarantee\nThe industry's most comprehensive repairs, maintenance & monitoring program.\n"

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FAQs for solar panel installation projects in El-Dorado, CA

A single Tesla Powerwall provides backup power for essential home circuits for approximately one day during an outage. This duration varies significantly based on which appliances and systems you're powering. Critical loads like refrigeration, limited lighting, internet equipment, and a few outlets might draw two to five kWh daily. With 13.5 kWh of usable capacity, careful energy management is necessary for extended outages unless you have solar panels to recharge during daylight hours.

A Tesla Powerwall can power most residential air conditioners, as its 5.8 kW continuous output handles the three to four kW requirement of standard AC units. However, running air conditioning substantially increases energy consumption, potentially depleting a single Powerwall within several hours. For meaningful climate control during extended outages, multiple Powerwall units are recommended. Solar panel integration helps replenish the batteries during daylight hours, extending your cooling capabilities.

Tesla Powerwalls qualify for the federal Residential Clean Energy Credit, which offers a 30% tax credit through 2032, followed by 26% in 2033 and 23% in 2034. This represents a tax credit (direct reduction of tax liability) rather than a deduction. To qualify, the system must be charged primarily from renewable energy sources. Additionally, many states and utilities offer supplemental incentives that further reduce effective costs. Consult with a tax professional regarding your specific eligibility and filing requirements.

Unlike conventional generators that require fuel, maintenance, and produce noise and emissions, Tesla Powerwalls operate silently and automatically without ongoing fuel costs. While generators can run indefinitely with refueling, Powerwalls have capacity limitations unless paired with solar recharging. Traditional generators cost less initially but require regular maintenance, testing, and fuel storage. Powerwalls offer additional daily benefits through energy bill management and smart home integration features that generators cannot provide, making them multifunctional investments beyond emergency backup.

Tesla Powerwall systems require minimal ongoing maintenance compared to other backup power solutions. Unlike generators with moving components requiring regular servicing, Powerwalls function virtually without mechanical intervention. The manufacturer recommends keeping the unit's surroundings clean and ensuring proper ventilation. For systems paired with solar panels, periodic panel cleaning (costing between $295 and $625) helps maintain optimal charging efficiency. The system conducts automatic self-diagnostics and receives software updates remotely, with most potential issues identified and addressed through Tesla's monitoring capabilities.

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