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Jarvis Electric Inc
4.7(
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Serving Marissa, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very good with there work and cleaned up after work was done. Great job. Will hire them again on ceiling fan I want to install in the future."
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Response time3 days
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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CD Electric
5.0(
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Serving Marissa, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CD Electric was fantastic. They added electrical outlets to the interior and exterior of my home and installed an exterior light. Chase was very thorough with the estimate he provided me and completed the job in the time he said it would take. I would definitely hire them again for any future jobs and I highly recommend them to anyone else."
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Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Solis handyman
4.3(
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Serving Marissa, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I ordered a Murphy bed from Wayfair that was far more difficult for me to assemble than I thought. Jehu Solis provided a reasonable bid, arrived on time, worked diligently, and, most importantly, did a fantastic job. I would rehire him again."
Ceiling drywall patch
Window frame repair
Window frame repair
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VMK Remodeling
4.2(
19
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Serving Marissa, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I could not be happier with the final product! The first pic is the old bathroom from the 60s when the house was built. The rest are the final rebuild and it looks great. I would highly recommend VMK Remodeling for any project that you might have. I am also going to get a bid on redoing the deck on the back of the house as Vince's company does decks as well! Thanks to his great crew as well, great people to work with."
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
79 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Grasser Electric
4.6(
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Serving Marissa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with them. Their bid was right in the middle where it should have been. The guy who showed up had estimated for 5-6 hours worth of work, and he ended up staying here for almost 9 hours, but they didn't charge me extra for it, and I was happy about that. He was able to run the wiring where I wanted it to run. There weren't all the cables showing and he was able to stick it through my wall, and that is why he ended up staying here for so long. I was really happy with the service. My biggest thing was that the guy stayed until the work was done, he didn't say he would come tomorrow even if it meant working overtime."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Bi-State Electric, LLC
4.6(
9
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Serving Marissa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Bi-State Electric to run a 20 amp circuit from our house to our new garden shed. This required Scott to hand dig a trench about 25 feet long between the house and shed. He installed a small porch light on the shed and a ceiling fan/light inside with switches to operate both. He also installed a total of 5 outlets at various locations inside the shed. As an added service, Scott installed a Whole House Surge Protector to our electrical panel and provided a safety inspection of the panel at no additional cost above his quoted price. Once the work was completed, the County Inspector came out and gave his stamp of approval."
Storm Damage Repair
Back up Generator
200 amp Service Upgrade
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Headen Electric, Inc.
4.4(
7
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Serving Marissa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had them perform a whole circuit breaker box replacement plus transfer switch install. Breaker box was installed within two weeks and the transfer switch was installed about a month later. Both installed within a single work day so far without issue. They also stayed to answer several questions I had about the systems which was very helpful. Thus far I would recomend them. If youre using this as a guide make sure the people you use are fully bonded and insured these people are some of my lower bids for the job from different companies were not."
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Response time1 day
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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