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Mr. Electric Of Birmingham
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Vandiver, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Electric responded promptly, showed up at my convenience and thoroughly inspected my needs before giving me an extremely reasonable quote. My service person was Elijah, who was so very competent, professional and courteous. I felt totally comfortable having him in my home. He installed two electrical outlets outside my home and converted a motion sensor floodlight to a dusk to dawn one. He explained everything he was doing and made sure that I understood. I couldn't have asked for better service!"
company Truck
Generators
Generators
panel upgrade
panel update

+18

Response time5 hrs
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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SB Electric, LLC
5.0(
38
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Vandiver, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Scott is a fantastic, highly experienced electrician. He has helped us install a microwave and repair breaker switches, and he is fully capable of tackling complex work in older homes. He is always punctual, professional, and stays right on schedule. Highly recommended!"
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel

+21

23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by18%of homeowners
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APS Lighting and Electrical LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Vandiver, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called APS about getting a standby generator for my home, and the whole experience was great from the start. They took the time to explain everything in a way that actually made sense and walked me through what to expect instead of just trying to sell me something. What really stood out to me was how thorough they were. They noticed my gas meter was undersized for what I already had and helped get that addressed with the utility company before it became a bigger issue. That?s the kind of thing most people probably wouldn?t even know to ask about. Their pricing was competitive, communication was easy, and everyone I dealt with was professional and knowledgeable. The 10-year warranty being included was a nice bonus too. Overall, I felt like they genuinely cared about doing the job right. I?d absolutely use APS again and would recommend them to anyone looking for electrical work or a home generator."
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Stellar Electrical Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Vandiver, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We provide quick and affordable electrical services from basic lighting/receptacle installation to whole home generators. You name it! We offer excellent customer service and provide quality electrical work in the Birmingham and surrounding areas. We look forward to helping you with your electrical project today!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

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 some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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