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Alex Collett
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Ashland, KY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Have been doing electrical for 4 years now I hold a journeyman’s license I have done proficient work from small service calls to multi-million dollar jobs

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Gleason's Home Repair
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Ashland, KY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I’m a reliable, detail-oriented contractor dedicated to delivering quality work that lasts. I take pride in doing the job right the first time, whether it’s a small repair or a full project. I believe in honest communication, fair pricing, and showing up when I say I will. My goal is simple: leave every customer satisfied and confident in the work done on their home.

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Salyers Contracting, LLC
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Ashland, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The quality and precision of Charles' work was amazing throughout the project from begin to end. From the initial consultation to the end result, he walks us through the project and kept us informed to ensure our satisfaction along the way. His detail and meticulous work allowed for him to complete everything correctly the first time. I definitely will be contacting Salyers Contracting first for any home improvement projects in the future."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

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.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

If your home already has a grinder pump and you’re still noticing issues (like frequently clogged toilets and sinks), it could be time to upgrade your grinder pump. Start by checking your existing horsepower. If there are four or fewer people living in your home, using a 1/2-horsepower grinder pump should be sufficient. Larger households should consider investing in a 1-horsepower grinder pump to maximize wastewater removal efforts.

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