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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving El Paso, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game.\nWe provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.

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Imperial electric
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving El Paso, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Assessed all outlets and changed those that were improperly installed and could damage things plugged into them, and grounded the outlets that were not grounded. 19 recepticles in all. Price was good and arrived on time, and clean."
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Horizon Electric USA, Inc.
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving El Paso, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis was absolutely phenomenal. He installed for us a 240volt connection in our garage for our electric car. He gave us the best price, was on time, very professional, and took the time to explain everything to us before and during the process of installation. Incredible, meticulous work. Thank you Luis."
CUMMINS 50KW LVP GENERATOR
225 AMP NEMA 3R TRANSFER SWITCH
PCV piping
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Ready for concrete

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Response time1 day
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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. 

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.

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

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

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