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Link Electrix
4.7(
63
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This was an installation of an EV circuit and a Tesla Wall Connector for non-Tesla vehicles. Markus was outstanding! He was competitively priced, on time, extremely responsive by email, text, or cell, and did a perfect installation! I will definitely use him again!"
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.4(
79
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+4 more

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Wighton's team did a very professional, thorough job. They were very prompt and courteous. They kept everything very clean. The units that they installed work beyond my expectations. I'm very please with the service I received, and would not hesitate to hire them again."
Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Installing brand new and high efficiency units

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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hot Leg Electric
4.7(
47
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Ryan from Hotleg Electric to upgrade an electrical panel. While we had him there we also decided have him install some can lights and move a few switches around. The work in the panel was perfect. Everything was labeled clearly, and all the wiring was impressively neat. He cleaned up after himself. Very professional."
Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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All Gen Services, LLC-Unlicensed Contractor
5.0(
1
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Protect your home from the risks caused by sudden power outages with a generator from Generac, the industry leader, installed by the experts at All Gen Services LLc. In the event of a power failure, these reliable systems automatically start up, supplying electricity to your home until the local power utility restores service. Permanent installation of a standby generator is not a do-it-yourself project. All Gen Services LLc has factory-trained technicians who meet Generac's high standards for service and customer satisfaction. Our service professionals meet warranty conditions, ensure safe and proper operation, and are always here to provide Emergency Assistance, 7 days a week. We dispatch technicians quickly, and our team is equipped to resolve most repairs right then and there.

Response time6 days
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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.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

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.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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.

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