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Ross Knight Electric, LLC
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Serving Meigs, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Ross Knight Electric, LLC is a family owned and operated business serving the Southwest Georgia community for over 40 years. We pride ourselves in honesty and hard work. Please give us a call today so we can put these qualities to work for you. We are licensed in Alabama and Georgia, and there is no job too big. We handle all types of residential and commercial jobs.

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Top-Notch Solutions Services L.L.C.
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Meigs, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Colin, was very kind and the customer service was one of the best I have ever experienced. He is really knowledgable and a really hard worker. He was very timely and efficient with the installations. I will be contacting Top-Notch Solutions Services for future Handyman work. 10/10 recommend."
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The Home Depot - Generators
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Meigs, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Today, we're proud to be the world's largest home improvement retailer. In 2,300 stores across North America, we aspire to excel in service – to our customers, associates, communities and shareholders. That's what leadership means to us. That's The Home Depot difference.

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Big Patriot Home Remodeling
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Meigs, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Big Patriot Home Remodeling 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.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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’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.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

With proper maintenance, a whole-house generator can last between 20 and 40 years. The specific lifespan depends on how often and for how long the generator is used, and some models may have their life expectancy rated in hours of operation. To maximize its lifespan, expect to spend around $150 to $300 per year for annual maintenance checks from a qualified technician. During these checks, a technician will inspect the engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels. Consulting your installer and choosing a low-impact fuel like natural gas or diesel can also help ensure your generator lasts as long as possible.

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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