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Sanderson Electric
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Melba, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired him for a simple job he showed up that same day fixed the problem for far less than I expected so I hired him for a larger job at another property I own. He was very polite very processable and very reasonable I will hire him again if I need anymore electrical.."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Meridian
5.0(
12
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Melba, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"he was great and got the electricity connected within a reasonable time frame. He and Charlie both were very comunicative. He was going to provide a quote for some future work and provide a receipt for the work he did. So, far I've not received either. I talked to Charlie about it, but so far I've not received either."
Accent Lighting
Accent Lighting
Accent Lighting
Heat lamp
New Space Electrical Work

+8

Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
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Local Wire Nutz, LLC
4.9(
17
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Melba, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We thought our problem was a dead outlet, however Lee and Dave determined it was a GFI outlet that somehow got tripped. Lee and Dave checked all the GFI outlets and found the one that was the cause of our problem. They easily could have lied to us and said to change all the GFI outlets but they didn't. This exhibit of honesty and true professional is not lost on us. We will definitely recommend them and use them in the future."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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3 Phase Electric, LLC
5.0(
10
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Melba, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean does a great job. He has helped me on numerous projects, including installing outlets and switches, programming smart Lutron switches, installing ceiling fans, installing 12 and 24 volt tape lighting, installing outdoor outlets in my yard, etc. He is very knowledgeable, works efficiently, has reasonable prices, and is honest and fair. As a solo electrician, his charges are far less than what you would expect from a larger company. I could not recommend an electrician more highly than Sean."
Response time11 hrs
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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