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Avatar for Tri-State Water, Power & Air
Tri-State Water, Power & Air
4.3(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Elberfeld, IN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"very good would call again"
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Daniel Wallace
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Elberfeld, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

I’m a hardworking person who doesn’t like to leave projects half finished or looking sloppy, I can be a bit of a perfectionist. I’ve always fixed and built almost everything I needed myself and I take pride in being self sufficient. I’ve been an electrician for a year and half now and before that I was fabricating aerators for private residences. I have a wife and two children, so I can handle the chaos of a whole house remodel even if you decide to alter any details halfway through.

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Smarter Home Technology
4.7(
27
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Elberfeld, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He is a knowledgeable electrician. Problem is that there was an extra cost due to the new breaker box needing extra wire and the meter switch was broken during the installation process. He still has not come back to put the door on the box and there are NO labels for the breakers. I have messaged him several times and I have gotten no response. Of course I had already paid him. In my book, that is poor service."
Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Braden Electric
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Elberfeld, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian showed up on time and despite some distracting conversation from my girlfriend the installation went smoothly. I would definitely recommend Brian Braden."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Safe Spec LLC
5.0(
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Elberfeld, IN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Bill has done several remodel projects for us including installing new bay window bench seats, an electrical outlet & associated wiring in our garage apartment kitchen for a small stove addition, installing new support posts for our front porch, new shutters. He does a great job, cleans up after his work is completed, and will always provide good advice on your projects."
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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.

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.

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.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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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