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Avatar for Tri-State Water, Power & Air
Tri-State Water, Power & Air
5.0(
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Serving Kankakee, 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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No Static Electricity
5.0(
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Serving Kankakee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Well, my non-working outlets are now working, a new panel needed to be installed, done. And light fixtures installed."
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+6

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Julio Marroquin
5.0(
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Serving Kankakee, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Found Julio through a friend had a couple estimates done before hand but was either overestimated or no shows Julio came out the same week and finished before the expected time. Top guy for sure he carries his quality in his work. 10/10 highly recommend"
Response time1 hour
Response rate100%
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Mid America Lightning Protection
4.5(
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Serving Kankakee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely one of the best companies I have ever hired. Quick response to my inquiry to have a lightning protection system installed on my house. They showed up literally the next day and had the job done within a few hours. Professional installation at its finest. Price was more than fair and the owner is very knowledgeable and works hard to earn your business highly recommended"
Indianapolis
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Indianapolis
Indiana Illinois
Indiana Illinois

+70

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
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Master Builders
4.0(
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Serving Kankakee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Master Builders after hours late one Tuesday evening and promptly received a phone call back the next morning. Larry came out to my house that same morning and met with my husband. He gave me a very reasonable quote compared to what other companies previously had almost to where I was skeptical my husband had left out a few details. I called Larry just to confirm details and he offered to come back by a little later in the afternoon once I had gotten home from work just to go over everything with me. He reassured me of all the details and told me it would be no problem. Larry returned Friday morning and we could not be happier with the job he did. The doors look better than I ever could have imagined. Larry really is a jack of all trades and we are very lucky we chose to use him. He will forever be our go to handyman and just a great guy all the way around. THANK YOU MASTER BUILDERS!!!"
finish basement
kitchen remodel
22 by 26
2500 sqare feet
10 by 12

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Accent Tel USA
4.9(
12
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Serving Kankakee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe, Mark, and Their Team did a Splendid Job for Us on this Business Phone Line Install. There are Very Knowledgeable and provided the Needed Assessment and "Fix" in a Very Timely Manner. I Highly Recommend Accent Tel USA! God Bless You! Philippians 1:3-6! Have a Wonderful Day in the Neighborhood & "Stay on the Nice List"! :)"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
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Scardino Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Kankakee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 50 years of business serving the Chicago metro area, Scardino Electric, Inc., is the way to go for all your wiring and panel upgrade needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to do excellent work on every visit, answer all questions, and develop lasting relationships with all our clients so, that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Contact us today for a free estimate. Satisfaction Guaranteed!

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

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. 

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.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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