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Coleman Electric, LLC
4.7(
119
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kenny did an amazing job! He added a much needed outlet in my room and installed two fixtures outside my garage. I have to admit it cost much more than I expected but the end result was wonderful and he was in and out so that I could get to work on time!"
Boss
Service upgrade
Kitchen remodel
Plug on neutral panel
Response time1 day
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Semper Fi Electric, LLC
5.0(
4
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kris is professional, courteous, timely, and efficient. When Kris leaves the job site it is clean and orderly. There is a lot of companies in similar professions who canâ t say that. Would hire him again in a heartbeat."
Response time40 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Handyman Jesse'
4.8(
4
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Jesse to repair and tune my sprinkler system. He traveled to do the work and was extremely pleasant. Not only was his work thorough and efficient but very affordable. I couldn't be more pleased with the entire experience and would have no hesitation to hire Jesse again."
house
house
split-level deck
two
shiplap

+3

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ellis Electric
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We here at Ellis Electric we take great pride in our expertise, quality and customer service that we provide.  We exceed the consumer's expectations. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take our time to communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Wagner Field Services, LLC
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Wagner Field Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AYS
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Install

Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

AYS: At Your Service\nHandyman & Light Home Maintenance\nMaintaining a home often means keeping up with the small things. I provide light-duty, reliable service to ensure your fixtures and filters are fresh and functioning.\nFilter Freshness:\nHVAC Filters: Regular replacement to improve your home's air quality and keep your system running efficiently.\nRefrigerator Filters: Swapping out water and air filters to ensure your family has clean, great-tasting water.\nDishwasher Filters: Routine cleaning and clearing of food particles to prevent odors and keep your dishes sparkling.\nKitchen & Bath Updates:\nFaucets: Fixing minor leaks, replacing worn-out aerators, or installing a beautiful new kitchen or bathroom faucet.\nShower Fixtures: Upgrading showerheads for better flow or replacing outdated handles for a fresh look.\nBath Exhaust Fans: Cleaning dusty replacement

Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

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