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Cotter Electric

21247 Sandpoint Road
4.45(
40
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•Approved Pro

Cotter Electric

21247 Sandpoint Road
4.45(
40
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
10 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

With over 14 years of experience in the electrical industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from wiring, to panel upgrades, to electrical installations. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Cotter Electric a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"The generator is a piece of junk. So is the shabby shed that was built around it. The project has been going on for more than two months now the work is not finished and the generator does not work. I would not dare to use it anyway, that's how bad it all looks. The workers that were brought in to help are not licensed from what I heard. I paid $3000 as a first payment. The total price would be $9665. I am at a point now that I contacted other electricians to get this project done. I still think that Chris, the electrician, had good intentions but that does not make the generator useful. I probably even have to pay to get it hauled away. Overall it was a very bad experience."

Rosette V on April 2019

With over 14 years of experience in the electrical industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from wiring, to panel upgrades, to electrical installations. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Cotter Electric a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"The generator is a piece of junk. So is the shabby shed that was built around it. The project has been going on for more than two months now the work is not finished and the generator does not work. I would not dare to use it anyway, that's how bad it all looks. The workers that were brought in to help are not licensed from what I heard. I paid $3000 as a first payment. The total price would be $9665. I am at a point now that I contacted other electricians to get this project done. I still think that Chris, the electrician, had good intentions but that does not make the generator useful. I probably even have to pay to get it hauled away. Overall it was a very bad experience."

Rosette V on April 2019

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Stockton Landscape and Gardening Service

13468 Bandtail Drive
4.67(
9
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Stockton Landscape and Gardening Service

13468 Bandtail Drive
4.67(
9
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
18 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

With over 20 years of experience, Stockton Landscape and Gardening Service pride itself on being number one in the area. We service both residential and commercial properties. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Hired to kill algae on water-feature without killing fish. $1050 later I have 3 new tress to eventually shade a pond that still has algae & all fish are dead."

Phil G on June 2022

With over 20 years of experience, Stockton Landscape and Gardening Service pride itself on being number one in the area. We service both residential and commercial properties. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Hired to kill algae on water-feature without killing fish. $1050 later I have 3 new tress to eventually shade a pond that still has algae & all fish are dead."

Phil G on June 2022

JQuik Electric

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JQuik Electric

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Im fast worker, good price and I always leave the site cleaner than when I got there. People say you homeowners can only get it done quick or cheap or good but only two of the three I think you can get all three and still be happy. Ive been an electrician for four years now. I love it more than anything Ive every done. Its my passion. Id love to help around your house or whatever projects you have ready to go.

Im fast worker, good price and I always leave the site cleaner than when I got there. People say you homeowners can only get it done quick or cheap or good but only two of the three I think you can get all three and still be happy. Ive been an electrician for four years now. I love it more than anything Ive every done. Its my passion. Id love to help around your house or whatever projects you have ready to go.

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Thurber Electric

1718 Sterling Dr
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Thurber Electric

1718 Sterling Dr
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Free onsite estimate

Residential and Commercial electrical service. Lighting, Ceiling fans, plugs, switches, wiring devices, generators, panels, breakers. Remodels, repairs, new additions. We are licensed, bonded and insured.

Residential and Commercial electrical service. Lighting, Ceiling fans, plugs, switches, wiring devices, generators, panels, breakers. Remodels, repairs, new additions. We are licensed, bonded and insured.

Energytech Inc. DBA Advance Power Redding

843 N. Market St.
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Energytech Inc. DBA Advance Power Redding

843 N. Market St.
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24 years of experience

Wholesale & retail renewable energy store specializing in energy conservation & production. We install solar or sell you the materials. We stock Solar panels, 6v batteries, LIPO-4 batteries, DC to AC power inverters, wind turbines, Hydro turbines & parts, radiant barrier foil, Son Shield insulating paint & roof coat. And much more.

Wholesale & retail renewable energy store specializing in energy conservation & production. We install solar or sell you the materials. We stock Solar panels, 6v batteries, LIPO-4 batteries, DC to AC power inverters, wind turbines, Hydro turbines & parts, radiant barrier foil, Son Shield insulating paint & roof coat. And much more.

Jones Valley Resort

22300 Jones Valley Marina Dr
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Jones Valley Resort

22300 Jones Valley Marina Dr
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36 years of experience

Full service marina featuring boat rentals, houseboat rentals, slips, marine boat service, marine fuel, Stand-Up-Paddle board rentals, kayak rentals, and a variety of marine gear in the general store.

Full service marina featuring boat rentals, houseboat rentals, slips, marine boat service, marine fuel, Stand-Up-Paddle board rentals, kayak rentals, and a variety of marine gear in the general store.

My Classic Car Trader LLC

312 Prospect Ave
2.00(
1
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My Classic Car Trader LLC

312 Prospect Ave
2.00(
1
)
53 years of experience

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020

Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You can determine what size generator you need by listing the various appliances it will power during an outage. Write down the start-up watt usage, and then add them all together. 

A 7,500-watt generator will run your refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits without a problem. However, you’ll need an extra 3,000 to 4,500 watts to run your water heater and another 5,000 to 25,000 watts to run your electric furnace. In these instances, a whole-home generator is your best bet for running your critical equipment.

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. 

As long as they have enough fuel, whole-house generators can run for weeks at a time (400 to 500 hours) without suffering too much wear and tear. However, this type of extensive use isn’t ideal if you want to extend the life of your generator.

Two important points. First, some generators may need you to periodically check oil levels every day or so and refill as necessary for safe operation. Second, if your generator uses a fuel tank, keep it regularly full so it doesn’t suddenly shut off. Many backup generators can run through a full tank in a day when they are powering large portions of a home.

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.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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