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APS Lighting and Electrical LLC
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Serving Oneonta, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"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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Reynolds Home Solutions LLC
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Serving Oneonta, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Reynolds Electrical Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

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Mar-Gen Electric
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Serving Oneonta, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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"Mar-Gen Electric was timely, very professional, and knowledgeable concerning my electrical project needs and also took extra time to help me understand in layman's terms the necessary electrical repairs needed to upgrade and repair my home's electrical wiring system throughout the whole house so to be compliant with the latest NFPA-70 and the National Electrical Code safety standards concerning my home's dated electrical wiring system at a very reasonable price too. I would highly recommend Mar-Gen Electric."
Response time20 mins
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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One Source Heating, Cooling and Electrical LLC
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Serving Oneonta, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

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Emergency services offered

"We are remodeling a house and they replaced our old unit. They were fast and very professional. They did quality work at a great price. I definitely recommend this company."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Excel Electric Solutions
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Serving Oneonta, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adam is a first class guy.. He came in and was able to not only get the job done in a timely manner but saved me a ton of money.. Excel Electric I appreciate all the hard work you put in for us.. I will definitely use you whenever needed.."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

If you’re wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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