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Avatar for Tri-State Water, Power & Air
Tri-State Water, Power & Air
4.3(
8
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Waddy, KY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It was pretty rocky. At first. Several appoints made by Tri-State no one ever showed up.Crew showed up to install the Generator before the site survey and did not have necessary equipment or cooperation of Electric or gas company nor call before you dig had been notified. I called Tri-State to warn them the call before dig had never been preformed. They said they'd take care of it, did not happen until right before installation crew came back the second time. The first time they were here they could not have installed the generator even had they had all the parts because none of the utilities had been marked. Finally after about three months the Generac was installed and working. I had several questions that I could never get answered by calling Tri-State. One of the installation team had to come back a couple of weeks later to replace a damaged part and he answered all my questions. The guys who installed the Generac were great, the problem is your guys operation center and call center as far as I can see do not communicate very well. Anyway the generator has worked fine in several power outages this spring. I am happy right now but I live in dread something goes wrong and I have to call Tri-State for help."
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86 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Tom Drexler Plumbing Air & Electric
4.1(
502
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Waddy, KY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1982

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I needed a vent pipe rerouted in my attic, as the original design was not installed to let the water drain. Mike from Tom Drexler called to let me know he was on his way, gave me the estimate before starting work, and explained what he was doing and why. He was very knowledgeable and fixed the pipes quickly and made sure it was working properly before leaving. I was very satisfied with the service. The price was more than I was expecting but I am happy to have this fixed, as it was causing leaks in my kitchen ceiling and I should not have any other issues. I will be requesting Mike for any future plumbing issues."
Bathroom Remodeling
Acrylic Liner Systems
Kitchen Remodeling
403 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Advanced Generator Install, LLC
5.0(
3
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Waddy, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Keith Hughes and crew exceeded expectations with their install of our Generac whole house generator. Their attention to detail was exemplary and Keith spent as much time in the planning of the size, location, wiring, etc of the unit as he and his crew did with the actual install...which turned out to be perfect. He is knowledgeable about the product and made certain we were thoroughly educated about how it worked and how to take care of it. He also approached the job as a partnership between Advanced Generator and the homeowner - he was punctual and would always contact us in advance if there was any unexpected change in the schedule. We received other estimates that included some "big-name" companies, but they didn't seem to care whether or not they got our business. Advanced Generator's price was very fair in comparison, but we were also made to feel valued as customers. Would highly recommend him to anyone considering a backup generator or, for that matter, other household electrical work (which we had him do once we saw the good quality of his work)."
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maeser Master Services, LLC
4.5(
367
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Waddy, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great replacement experience until the end. They messed up my ceiling trim and paint and didn't come back as promised. I had to call the manager to get repairs done. They also suck at follow up customer service. They didn't call to see if I was happy with my installation or to see if I wanted a service plan. Oh well. Their loss."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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American Electric Company LLC
5.0(
3
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Waddy, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have used American Electric Co. numerous timesâ ¦.from wiring my newly build shop to generator installation. They always kept me informed of where they were at with the projects. I feel the cost was well worth the price. Great customer service. I would highly recommend American Electric Company."
Generator
400 Amp transfer switch
Industrial Generator
Transfer Switch
Generator Install

+2

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Basham Electric
5.0(
1
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Waddy, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as, well as wiring, panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

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

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.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

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

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

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