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Mr. Electric of Huntsville
4.5(
95
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Arab, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was the first time I used Home Advisor to find a contractor. Home Advisor linked me with Mr. Electric who did an outstanding job. They were on time, on budget, courteous, professional, and totally a pleasure to work with. Thomas installed a 50 and 30 amp service for us at our property servicing two RV lots as well as installed a power pole with a meter box for the power company to tie into. Jan was a pleasure to work with as she was the voice for the company dealing from everything from scheduling to invoice as well as general questions. Jan was very pleaseant and professional. We will use Mr. Electric in the future and highly recommend their service..."
EV Charger Install
EV Charger Install
Electrical Upgrade in Home Shop
panel upgrade
panel upgrade

+15

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APS Lighting and Electrical LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Arab, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is our go to electrical contractor for all of our commerical projects. They communicate clearly, arrive on time, and complete everything efficiently and professionally with quality always in mind. Their attention to detail and reliability always help the projects to run smoothly. Can’t recommend them enough for whatever you need done!"
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Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical
4.5(
38
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Arab, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical, established in 1990, stands for quality and reliability. With our 'Happy You'll Be or the Service is Free' guarantee, we are dedicated to customer satisfaction in Huntsville and the surrounding communities. Our plumbers provide emergency repairs, sewer line service, and expert installation or repair of water heaters. Our HVAC specialists ensure your comfort with preventative maintenance, air conditioning and furnace repairs, for year-round comfort. Our licensed and insured electricians offer prompt emergency response, custom upgrades, and safe, thorough electrical fixes for both residential and commercial properties. Hiller is your trusted provider for all your home service needs.

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Elkins Electrical Services & Contracting, LLC
4.7(
18
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Arab, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome Guys to hire for your electrical needs."
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Building Fire Commercial
New Electrical Circuits
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Boat House Fan

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Tommy Vaughn
4.3(
25
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Arab, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Overall it went well. He had to reschedule twice, and both times I was not notified he was not going to make it. I had to call multiple times to find out. Once he did show up, he installed the box in the ceiling which turned out to be a harder job than was anticipated. The box works and my ceiling fan is working great."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Bright Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Arab, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Called from out of state...Tyler was able to address our electrical issue within hours on a rental property. He was quick on time and fixed the problem. Very affordable!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

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, 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. 

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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