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Silk City Electric, LLC
4.9(
34
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had three light fixtures to install in place of three older lights. These fixtures were in the Dining Room, and two bath rooms. While seemingly an easy effort, as always, the new installation was complicated in two of the three installs. With Marty's expertise, all issues were quickly resolved. I will use Marty's services (Silk City Electric) again"
New service work
New service work
Under cabinet lightning
Wiring a kiosk
Wiring a kiosk

+1

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Absolute Electrical, Heating & Cooling, LLC
4.3(
328
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolute Electrical did a great job of installing our QuietCool fan. They were very professional, thoughtful (quietly closed front door as they went in and out) and cleanly (thoroughly cleaned work area). I would recommend them to any of our neighbors and friends."
Mini Split
Heated driveway
Furnace Inspection
Laying conduit for exterior electrical work
Electrical Panel Replacement

+34

Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Just In Time Electrical Services
4.9(
32
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent experience, highly satisfied! Based on the 5 star reviews on Nextdoor, I called Just In Time Electrical to have some electrical issues fixed and new lighting added. Michael came out within a couple days to do an estimate and returned a couple days later to do the work. My home presented a few special challenges, but Michael and another technician, John, worked through them with patience and expertise, and they successfully completed all 3 projects with professionalism and to my specs. I am thrilled with the new living room recessed lighting, remote wall switch solution in another room, as well as the corrections made to my bathroom 3-way lighting. Thanks guys!"
Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Precision Plumbing Heating Cooling Electric
4.5(
193
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"From this experience with Precision Electrical, I can conclude that electrical is as excellent as Plumbing, which I have used for many years. If there is ever a problem with so,etching Precision has installed, they will fix it."
Response time6 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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DN Electric LTD
5.0(
7
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

DN ELECTRIC LTD proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today! \n

Electric
Basement receptacles
Basement receptacles
Basement receptacles
Basement receptacles

+1

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Salzano Services
4.3(
27
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

In 1987, Jerry Salzano embarked on his journey as a union electrician in the bustling streets of New York City. He honed his skills for 8 years, gaining invaluable experience in NYC. In 1999, a vacation in Colorado changed everything. Captivated by its beauty & the warmth of its community, Jerry made a life-altering decision & moved to Colorado, bringing his tools & vision for a different kind of service company.

26kW Kohler Gen.
Kohler Load Modules
200A Kohler ATS
Emergency Repair
Mini Split Install

+2

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Redrocks Roof and Solar LLC
4.1(
9
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Lafayette, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"First-rate service with a personal touch! Itâ s hard to find this kind of care and attention anymore when looking for home repairs. We needed our roof redone and a bunch of electrical repairs. Redrocks Roof and Solar worked with us every step of the way to make sure we were completely satisfied while respecting our budget. They also worked diligently with our insurance company to make sure that nothing was left out of our estimate. Robert and Brooke definitely go the extra mile on everything!"
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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.

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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