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Avatar for Frank's Generator Sales Service & Repair
Frank's Generator Sales Service & Repair
5.0(
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"10 yr old Generac GP6500E wouldn’t start. Called around and many want to upsell to permanent. Found Franks and what a delight. Honest, down to earth, affordable for senior. Showed up on time. Changed oil, spark plug. Pulled carburetor and found it dirty and fouled. Got used one from his shop(same day) and installed. Gen started right up on one or two pulls. Battery was dead but showed us how to replace. Highly recommend Frank’s Generator."
Generator emergency service call
Generator Project
Generator Service
Generator emergency service call
Generator Project

+29

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Connoles Electric, LLC
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ted and Robert arrived, got right t to it and within a few hours we had 2 ceiling fans installed, one which had no existing light so it was a more involved project. They were professional and stuck to their original quote! To say we are impressed is an understatement. We strongly recommend using Connole Electric."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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OnTheGrid Electric , LLC
5.0(
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

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Credit card accepted

"I have hired OnTheGrid for multiple projects and am always satisfied with their work. Doug and Mark are honest and fair, and won't do a job the wrong way. They are my first choice in electrical contractors, and I will be reaching out to them again soon."
Standby generator automatic transfer switch with main panel
Landscape lighting
Fuse panels to be removed in multifamily house with external circuit switches (via insurance requirement)
Portable generator panel interlock
Lighting for a parking lot

+16

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mikell Electric
4.5(
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Electrician was efficient and professional. He did vacuum when he was finish with the installation. I was extremely happy with the result."
Response time3 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Wild Electric
5.0(
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed an EV charger for our new hybrid. Jesse was prompt, professional and experienced. We also needed a few outlets replaced, he had everything on his van and took very good care of us. We can definitely recommend!"
Kohler 20kw
20kw
20kw
20kw
NEMA 4 ATS

+24

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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MB Electric
4.9(
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt was professional, efficient, knowledgeable, and reasonably priced! I needed an outlet installed for my washer dryer. He was able to come in and get it done quickly! I will definitely reach out for future services."
MB Industries
MB Industries
MB Industries
MB Industries
MB Industries

+46

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Firemans Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Firemans Services LLC is a trusted, locally owned electrical contracting company dedicated to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality electrical solutions. We specialize in residential and light commercial work, including service upgrades, panel replacements, generator installations, and custom electrical projects.\n\nWith a strong commitment to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, our team takes pride in doing the job right the first time—on schedule and within budget. Whether you need a full service upgrade, backup power solutions, or everyday electrical repairs, Firemans Services LLC is your dependable choice for professional service you can count on.

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Moura Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Washington, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"More Electric has been working for me for quite a few years right now doing multiple different kind of jobs residential and commercial wiring new homes as well as rewiring remodel troubleshooting short circuits and changing out electrical panels as well as wiring outdoor whole house generators his work is very neat and impeccable he is a great person to work with great personality and cares about the work that he does gama developers inc."
Response time40 mins
Response rate94%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

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.

The average cost to install a home generator is $5,200, but total costs can range from $500 to $18,000 or more. The final price depends on several factors, including the generator's size, type, brand, fuel source, and the cost of labor and assembly. The generator's size is the most significant cost factor, as units that can power larger homes with higher energy demands cost more.

Cost breakdowns by generator type are typically as follows:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500–$2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000–$6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000–$18,000

To ensure you get the right size unit for your needs without overpaying, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes from qualified installers to find the best fit for your budget.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

The Washington, CT homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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