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Artic Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electric
4.7(
15
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Elkton, FL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Since 1959, Artic Air Home Services has been delivering trusted HVAC, plumbing, septic & electrical solutions to homeowners and businesses throughout Northeast Florida. Backed by four generations of experience, our team is committed to providing reliable service, innovative comfort solutions, and exceptional customer care. From routine maintenance to emergency repairs, we offer tailored solutions designed to keep your home or business comfortable, efficient, and running smoothly year-round. When you choose Artic Air, you can count on quality workmanship, industry-leading products, and a team dedicated to your satisfaction.

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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Florida Solar Contracting, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+2 more

Serving Elkton, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Florida Solar Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

Response time11 hrs
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The Generator Guys
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Elkton, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installation was professional and neat. Jim Scites (owner) is extremely knowledgable on Generac products and on electrical codes and procedures. Nationwide is a top notch electrical contractor and a certified Generac installation/service/maintenance dealer/contractor."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Hancock Management Services, LLC
4.7(
47
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Elkton, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys got the job done quickly and professionally. I needed outdoor outlets and new breakers installed before a weekend party and they delivered in a very short time frame, and navigated a challenging attic to complete the work. Highly recommend."
Island lighting
Under cabinet lighting
Recessed lighting
Kitchen Lighting
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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. 

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.

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

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