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Avatar for Power Services Company, LLC
Power Services Company, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Virginia, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional, the best generator company I have worked with."
Adams County Generator In
Bank Generator Install
Work Shop install - Iowa
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tiger Services, LLC
3.3(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Virginia, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"both certified plumbers were GREAT today...glad things were fixed under my manufactured home,,,puts me more at ease....different Tiger guys will be here on Thursday to fix something else under ,y home....ALWAYS like the way the Tiger guys do their work. Chyrel W"
November 2020 Project
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Response time1 day
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

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.

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. 

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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