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Artic Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electric
5.0(
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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 by83%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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Mister Sparky of Jacksonville
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372
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Elkton, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"June-July 2020: I had (3) projects completed by Damon/Mike of Mr. Sparky's. The first job was installing a GIFI switch on the front porch. The second job was supposed to be installing an interlock switch in my main electrical panel for my generator (though due to the age of the panel we settled for an exterior recessed plug outlet). The third job was running an electrical feed and installing a sub-panel into my workshop. During these three projects we had some glitches (as in this kind of work happens frequently). But, Damon, Mike and the Sparky Management made them all good and I would recommend Sparky to others because of their willingness to bend, good work quality and desire to provide overall customer satisfaction. During the process all the workers were courteous and knowledgeable!"
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Response time7 hrs
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

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

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

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

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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

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.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

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