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Avatar for Tri-State Water, Power & Air
Tri-State Water, Power & Air
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Thomson, 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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The Electric Guys LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+2 more

Serving Thomson, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I first asked for a quote back in February of 2024. When I received the quote I decided to wait on this project. Then we lost power for 2 days due to a storm. I then decided it was time and contacted the contractor again. He sent me an updated quote and the project was scheduled. It's now installed and I'm very happy with how it turned out. Hopefully it will be a long time before we need to use the generator because we lose our power. But we are ready when it happens. I will definitely use this company again for any electrical jobs that come up. Andrew and his crew were great."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Burke Electric
4.4(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving Thomson, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1957

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Burke Electric was quick to respond and completed the project in a timely fashion."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Meister Electric
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Thomson, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The professional pays attention to details, he makes sure the jobs done right on the first time."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AC Electric
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Thomson, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!\n

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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 may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

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.

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