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Q: Can I plug my generator directly into my house?

• <div><p>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 &quot;back-feeding,&quot; 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.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to set up utilities?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Should I buy a solar battery or a generator?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re deciding between a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/solar-batteries-vs-generators.htm">solar battery versus a generator</a> for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don&rsquo;t have many ongoing costs. </p></div>

Q: Can you use biofuel in a whole-house generator?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Is it safe to run a generator continuously?

• <div><p>It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you&rsquo;re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. </p></div>

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Last update on October 29, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Seth is a true master electrician with knowledge and experience to complete any electrical task needed. His attention to detail and customer service exceed my expectations
Armer Industries, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2025
They did a good job digging out our foundation and grading the lot. Fast and efficient.
JP Excavations and Innovations, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Water not flowing into shower/bathtub faucet. To obtain access a hole needed to be cut into the drywall of a closet. Doug was very respectful and created a future access panel. I appreciated not only his attention to detail but also the care he took to leave things nice and neat. Very pleasant...
Doug Daniel's Construction
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Reviewed in May 2023
Brandon was efficient and did an amazing job. We plan on using him for all future excavating jobs. Couldnâ t be happier.
B & S Excavation, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
They took on a somewhat difficult job and came regardless of the snowy weather. So far all is working well.
Comfort Zone Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
D & A Maintenance was professional and did a thorough job. I am hiring them again for additional property maintenance which will include the interior of the house also.
D&A Maintenance
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Reviewed in November 2021
Thank you for all of your help!
Rustic Mountain Services
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Reviewed in September 2021
The crew who did the work was prompt, professional, personable, and first rate in their knowledge of their foundation stabilization materials & process. The work was completed quickly & correctly. My only critical comment would be on pre-job communication which, imho, has room for...
Groundworks
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Reviewed in October 2020
I will never hire this company again. They didn’t pull the required permits and didn’t leak test the exhaust pipe on the furnace. The next day I started the furnace and one of my carbon monoxide detectors went off. I called the company and the owner who installed the furnace said no big deal and...
Double Diamond Plumbing
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Reviewed in June 2019
They far exceeded my expectations for my large patio, wrap around stairs and sidewalk. They leveled and compacted the site, installed forms and rebar, poured and finished the concert, installed the awning mounts for the posts, applied brush finish and sealer, removed all forms and cleaned up...
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Ace Electric

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Serving Collbran, CO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Customers say: True professional

"Alex went above and beyond to help us, very fair pricing and excellent work!"

Customer asked for industrial covers but if they plan to install drywall the receptacles would still work

Response time1 day

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Collbran, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe, Mark, and Their Team did a Splendid Job for Us on this Business Phone Line Install. There are Very Knowledgeable and provided the Needed Assessment and "Fix" in a Very Timely Manner. I Highly Recommend Accent Tel USA! God Bless You! Philippians 1:3-6! Have a Wonderful Day in the Neighborhood & "Stay on the Nice List"! :)"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate99%

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Collbran, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Small jobs welcome

"Alpine networks is my go to for computer networking and Starlink installation!"

Response time5 hrs

Response rate94%

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Becks Communications, Inc.

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Serving Collbran, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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"Steve Beck, of Beck's Communication is perfect. Super great service! I'll never use anyone else! He's responsive, punctual, very professional, and all this at a great rate."

Response time2 hrs

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Active Cabling & Communications, LLC

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Serving Collbran, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

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"Tim and his crew are reliable and accommodate last minute requests with ease. They approach every project with a can-do attitude and their quality of work is superb."

Response time12 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Collbran, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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Warranties offered

"Within 10 minutes if requesting a quote on Angi's John got back to me. Within 36hours , he came to my house at 645am ,before I went to work ,to do a walk. I had a bid that evening . I accepted the bid and 2 days later he got back to me with a date. , exactly 1 week from when I placed the bid request, the day after Memorial Day. He is always 15 minutes early and he had it done with the electric back on in 4 hours. He increased our electric from 100 to 200 amps and installed a surge protector. I am extremely happy."

Response time3 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Collbran, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

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"I normally don’t leave reviews, but working with Chad and SolarWorksGJ was an amazing experience! He was very well informed and thorough from initial sit down to install. He gave me a great deal on my panels and they look amazing on my roof. Very happy with the experience overall."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Collbran, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Chris shows up when he says, does what he has to do, and is always doing a good job."

Response time5 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Collbran, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

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"Chris contacts you with time and date for doing estimate and for the work. Shows up promptly and works non-stop until job is done. Excellent at problem solving when dealing with old wiring. Very personable, knowledgeable and efficient. Will recommend him to everyone!"

Response time4 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Collbran, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"Experience was Great and very accommodating"

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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.

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.

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

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.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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