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

Serving Leadville, 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
Montoya Electric Colorado
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Leadville, 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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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.

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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