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Redrocks Roof and Solar LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Alma, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Really responsive and prompt, especially in the installation phase. We did have a couple of small hiccups, which in my mind a homeowner should expected on literally any remodeling project, and they were resolved quickly. Communication on final details like inspections could have been smoother, but overall the whole process was very clear, well managed, and well executed. Happy with the choice to go with Red Rocks."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Electrical Innovations LLC
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Alma, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Electrical innovations provides electrical safety for families homes, and peoples businesses. We are a fully licensed and insured company who’s been in business since 2010. We are a family owned and operated business who strives for making families happy and satisfied returning customers.

Montoya Electric Colorado
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Alma, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Montoya Electric Colorado can take care of all your Commercial & Residential Electrical wiring needs from new construction and remodel to services, repairs, additions, and emergencies, big and small. Reasonable rates, friendly service, professional results. We also provide custom and unique services from fabrication to installation of whatever unique kind of thing that you can imagine. Our Master Electrician, Mark Montoya, also has an MS in Mechanical Engineering with considerable experience in product and machine design and prototyping. From one of a kind hand made light fixtures to that custom machine or mechanism that you always wanted built, Mark can create a reality out of your vision. I easily serve Denver Metro and the Front Range Mountains plus west to Vail in the I-70 corridor. Custom work by phone, internet, and shipping is also available.\n\nMark Montoya\nMSME Purdue University 1997\nColorado Master's License # 30420\nColorado Contractor's License # 8229

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Wired up Electrical Handyman
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Alma, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as electrical installs, wiring and panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

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.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

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