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Avatar for R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Groton, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He is extremely attentive to your needs . What he says will happen , does! He keeps all appointments and thoroughly explains what he plans to do. He is one of the most reliable, ethical , conscience businessman I have ever dealt with. I have recommended him to friends . He actually went out of his way to help Ill friends deal with their generator problems even though he had not installed it. He made arrangements for someone to fix the generator when he was not able. Highly recommended !"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Beltran Electric
5.0(
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Serving Groton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He was excellent. He showed up on time, was very efficient, knew what he was doing. I feel like he will be a great resources for future electrical needs. I will definitley call again!"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Deary Electric & Renovations
4.7(
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Serving Groton, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Deary Electric. After finding them through Home Advisor, I spoke on the phone with Josh just a few minutes later. They arrived when he said and called ahead 30 minutes before he arrived. Once here, Josh and his partner were able to quickly figure out what the problem was and fixed it shortly thereafter. Cost was more than fair; money well spent. Will definitely call them for future work."
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Response time5 days
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JL Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Groton, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Are you looking for high quality, professional electrical work done at competitive prices?\n\nWith 18 years of experience, JL Electric provides residential, commericial, industrial and solar services including: removal and reinstallation of solar systems, service upgrades, generator hook up installation, general residential wiring and all other electrical needs!\n\nNow servicing all of CT, but local to Windham County! Let us provide high quality and reliable workmanship to your home or workplace!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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