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Genie Construction Services
5.0(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Dayton, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr McKinney was a pleasure to do business with. He was prompt, expertly professional and more than amenable to my crazy work schedule. He took the time to go to the local hardware store to get parts that were either missing from the kit, or the wrong size. He explained everything that he was doing and didn't leave a mess for me to pick up. Thank you so much Gene, I love the work you've done for me!"
Response time2 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Dunbar Electric, LLC
4.9(
14
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Dayton, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"WOW!!! I am so impressed with their service. I called and received an appointment the same day. The work was completed promptly and I am so happy with the end result. I will be using this company for all my electrical needs. The electricians answered all my questions and were very personable. A wonderful experience. Shellie R."
Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NexGen Electrical, LLC
5.0(
3
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Dayton, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called NexGen Electrical on a Thursday morning to ask about removing/replacing my post light. They came out at noon and gave me a quote to replace it. Decided to replace it and was scheduled for the next week. They provided the new light, cemented it in ( even made a run to Menards to purchase a bulb) and the job was completed in about 2 hours. I feel the cost was reasonable. David was very good to work with. Will definitely hire them again for future projects."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

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.

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