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Loveland Enterprises

919 9th Ave E
5.00(
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Loveland Enterprises

919 9th Ave E
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

A small, locally owned business nestled in the heart of southern Idaho. As a family-operated establishment, we take great joy in providing our community with the utmost quality and service. Our pride and joy is our light helpers, who adds a touch of magic to our festive setup. Our business was born out of pure love for the holiday season, and the nostalgia it brings. There's just something heartwarming about driving around and taking in all the beautiful Christmas lights. We wanted to share that feeling with others and bring joy and cheer to our neighborhood. We make it our mission to spread light-heartedness and positivity during the most wonderful time of the year. We take great care of our decorations, ensuring every detail is perfect to create a truly enchanting experience for all. Share in our love for all things Christmas and let us brighten up your holidays. We can't wait to welcome you and spread the holiday spirit together. Happy Holidays from our family to yours! .

"They do wonderful work! So nice, pleasant and timely!"

Susie W on November 2024

A small, locally owned business nestled in the heart of southern Idaho. As a family-operated establishment, we take great joy in providing our community with the utmost quality and service. Our pride and joy is our light helpers, who adds a touch of magic to our festive setup. Our business was born out of pure love for the holiday season, and the nostalgia it brings. There's just something heartwarming about driving around and taking in all the beautiful Christmas lights. We wanted to share that feeling with others and bring joy and cheer to our neighborhood. We make it our mission to spread light-heartedness and positivity during the most wonderful time of the year. We take great care of our decorations, ensuring every detail is perfect to create a truly enchanting experience for all. Share in our love for all things Christmas and let us brighten up your holidays. We can't wait to welcome you and spread the holiday spirit together. Happy Holidays from our family to yours! .

"They do wonderful work! So nice, pleasant and timely!"

Susie W on November 2024


JLJ Company

3608 Mount Olympus Way
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

JLJ Company

3608 Mount Olympus Way
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
47 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

JLJ Company is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"JLJ Company "

Todd T on July 2025

JLJ Company is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"JLJ Company "

Todd T on July 2025


My Classic Car Trader LLC

312 Prospect Ave
2.00(
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My Classic Car Trader LLC

312 Prospect Ave
2.00(
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53 years of experience

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020

Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

In many cases, you’ll need a permit or basic inspection to install one of these large generators. Since they include significant alterations to your home electrical system and many produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require jumping through a few hoops for general safety purposes. Your installer may be able to help you with these permits.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages at $5,200, but costs can range from $1,500 to $8,900, depending on the type and size of the generator, and the labor required to install it. To find the best deal while still ensuring the unit meets all the needs of your household, hire an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your must-have appliances and electronics beforehand so you don’t pay for more power than you need. As always, be sure to get at least three quotes to find the ideal fit for your needs and budget.

No, you shouldn’t use an extension cord to plug a generator directly into your home without using a transfer switch. That’s because systems like pumps and HVAC fans need a steady power source that might not be available directly from your generator alone. If you bypass the circuit breaker box, you risk damaging your electrical system, creating a risk of electrical fire or electrical shock to you or any workers repairing lines on your local electrical grid.

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. 

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