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MPower Generators, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding experience. On time, took the time to educate me on the required maintenance of my 3-year old generator. Also installed remote monitoring hardware and tested it for me. Will use again."
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No Static Electricity
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very accommodating to all our electrical needs. Does a great job with no hassle. Works around your schedule so as best not to interfere with anything else that might be going on. Very considerate of your needs."
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+6

Response time1 day
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Lightway Electric, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Customers say: Quality work

"Robert was prompt, identified the problem, installed new dimmers and did a safety check on smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Made recommendations for alternative lighting fixtures. He is honest and trustworthy and was a pleasure to work with. Definitely would use him again."
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American Electric
5.0(
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"Alex was very professional and easy to talk to. Very clean installation. Alex was timely and answered any questions I had. I am very happy with installation."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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Neighborhood Electric
4.5(
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Electrician was very punctual and very polite. Very nice gentleman. He was very well prepared and very efficient. Loved the work. He was neat and cleaned up afterwards. I would hire these guys again without a doubt."
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Response time5 days
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Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Four Season service was awesome. The installers were friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. The installers cleaned up work area after they finished the job."
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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. 

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

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

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

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