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A-1 Florida Electric Contractor Corp.
4.6(
50
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They are incredible!! They are by far the nicest, most conscientious electricians I've ever worked with. They're honest and get the job done. We had a major panel upgrade and they handled the whole thing from planning to permits. They were at our house for the inspection and handled the whole process. Not only that, they were friendly and got back to me right away when I had a question. They then followed up with me when the project was done to make sure all went well and if I needed anything else. These folks are THE BEST!!"
Meter Installation
Rv 50 Amp Hookup
Commercial Electrical Panel and Gutter
Commercial Job
Electrical Desconective 600 amp

+7

Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Snyder Co.
4.5(
59
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience, easy to deal with and was able to complete the job same day as estimate. Start to finish from the first phone call to job completion was only 2 days. Most other companies were at least a week for an estimate and then they would have to schedule an installer to come back on a different day, Snyder sent a tech out to do the estimate which was on par or slightly less then other companies and then he did an above average install. His install went way beyond how I was proposing to do it and definitely a lot nicer of an install."
Panel Changes
Panel Changes
Panel Changes
Panel Changes
Team Photos

+8

133 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Florida Home Performance
3.9(
7
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a new A/C unit, both inside and out at my apartment in Ocala. Dave and Christian were ..... so great! Polite, kind, professional, courteous. They both introduced themselves, asked if they could the sink or bathroom. Just super nice guys. They collaborated well together and helped each other out. They said please and thank you and I got you to each other! (I work in HR--- can you tell?) My expectations were exceeded with these two. I will recommend your company to anyone I know. Well done!!"
Excavator Work
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Security Safe Company
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn?t be happier with my experience with Security Safe Company and Jeremiah! From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. They installed my new camera system, alarm system, and a whole home generator, and the quality of their work is outstanding. Jeremiah took the time to explain everything in detail and made sure I was comfortable with how everything operates. It?s rare to find a company that delivers this level of service and care. I highly recommend Security Safe Company to anyone looking for true peace of mind and top-notch service!"
Finished Generator
New Construction
Response time1 day
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Energy Electric, Inc.
4.6(
71
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shout out to Charles, Skip and CJ at Energy Electric, Inc! We had a perplexing electrical problem that they persevered on and ultimately solved for us. It took several visits but they answered every call I made and showed up on time for each appointment. I used a local Facebook site to try to locate an electrician immediately and Charles was the only one that answered the call and did not require me to leave a message. I give them â­ ï¸ â­ ï¸ â­ ï¸ â­ ï¸ â­ ï¸"
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Blackwell Electric, LLC
4.4(
35
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Credit card accepted

"Was replacing fluorescent under cabinet lighting with LEDs. The office misunderstood, thinking I already had the lights, & 2 men appeared the next day ready to install. I purchased the lights later that day after receiving a recommendation & they were installed 3 business days later. They were prompt , clean & courteous."
Response time2 days
Recommended by92%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.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

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.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home

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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