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River City Electrical Services
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Dayton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At River City Electrical Services, we focus on providing safe, reliable electrical work homeowners can trust. Whether it’s installing new lighting, troubleshooting electrical issues, upgrading panels, or adding outlets, we handle every job with attention to detail and a commitment to doing the work right the first time.\nWith years of hands-on experience in residential electrical service, we understand how important it is for homeowners to feel confident in the work being done in their home. We take pride in clear communication, honest pricing, and clean, professional workmanship.\nOur goal is simple: make your electrical project easy and stress-free while delivering quality results that last.\nIf you’re looking for a dependable electrician who shows up on time, respects your home, and stands behind the work, we’d be happy to help with your project.

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Denny's Electric & Excavating
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Dayton, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Scott Denny and his very experienced crew, arrived exactly when they said they would.  The price was in line or less expensive than other estimates.  The work ethics of all the workers was impressive.  Every thing they installed works perfectly.  Overall, my impression is that Denny's Electric takes a lot of pride in their work .  It was clear that they were not trying to "upsell" us on anything and also that any work they did would be done safely and properly.   Finally, they cleaned up after themselves beautifully.
We'll definitely use them again for any electrical needs.
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Wehrle Electric, LLC
5.0(
16
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Dayton, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had him install recessed lighting in master bedroom and spare bedroom and fix the switches in said rooms. I am beyond impressed with the final outcome. Service was quick, professional, and courteous. Could not recommend more."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Tri State Mechanical Consultants
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business+2 more

Serving Dayton, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 30 years of experience as a HVAC contractor, Tri State Mechanical Consultants, is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. We are a family owned company and we guarantee your satisfaction with our service. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!\n 125.00. Family owned and Satisfaction guaranteed.

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

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.

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