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Wigton Electric
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Highland, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I have had very good experiences with Wigton electric. They do great professional work."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Justin tharp
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Highland, AR and surrounding areas

As a master electrician based in Arkansas with over 20 years of hands-on experience, I take pride in delivering high-quality electrical work you can trust. My background spans both residential and commercial projects, giving me the knowledge and skill to handle everything from simple repairs to complex installations. I’m committed to safety, reliability, and doing the job right the first time, while maintaining clear communication and professionalism with every customer. Whether you need upgrades, troubleshooting, or new construction wiring, I bring dependable expertise and a strong work ethic to every project.

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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.

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

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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