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FM Generator
4.5(
21
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Serving Buzzards Bay, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We did every thing by Email and text messaging. The installation went very smooth. The installers were prompt respectful, and rite on time. I would hire FM Generator if I had to. It was a pleaser to work with them."
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Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paul Foley Electric Co., Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Buzzards Bay, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company to work with. Wonderful staff and clear explanations every step of the way. Did everything they said they would do when they said they would do it. Very tidy and no mess despite having to excavate to put in the oil tank for the generator. Installation was done quickly and efficiently. Two years later all working very well and good annual service agreement. Would absolutely work with this company again and recommend them to anyone."
Auto Transfer Switch
Connection to propane tanks
Housekeeping pad
Trenching
Custom Poured Pad

+13

Response time12 hrs
116 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Cape Cod Electrical, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Buzzards Bay, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cape Cod Electrical installed a stand by generator for me. Vary knowledgeable, always on time, accomplished everything according to the agreement. Pleasure to do business with Cape Cod Electrical. Highly recommended."
Ripped down service wire due to storm damage
After repair
After repair
Existing center light
New recessed lighting with pendent over island

+10

Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Cotti-Johnson Heating-Cooling-Electrical
4.7(
165
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Serving Buzzards Bay, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1948

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason and his team with Cotti-Johnson did an excellent job updating our electrical boxes, installing the washer/dryer hookup, and getting us setup with a generator! Sam, our assigned electrician, even took the time to go through the entire operation of the generator from A-Z. I would definitely recommend them for any electrical work!"
Navien Install
Backflow
Outdoor Shower
Well Tank Replacement
Filtration Installation

+62

Response time10 hrs
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Fagnant Electric
4.9(
55
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Serving Buzzards Bay, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I am extremely pleased with Mike's work. Very professional, very responsive, Kept in touch during the bid and installation process. Very reasonable pricing, showed up on schedule and did excellent work. No surprises. I will definitely use his services again and strongly recommend him to others. Business is based in Sandwich, MA."
Bath remodel
Bath remodel
Bath remodel
Bath remodel
Response time11 hrs
Response rate87%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cotti Johnson HVAC, Inc.
4.3(
63
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Serving Buzzards Bay, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1944

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Expensive but professional. The electrician that did the work was excellent and seemed.to enjoy explaining what he was doing and why it had to be done that way. I felt like I learned something while he installed ceiling lights. He also cleaned up after himself like he'd never been there."
Home Standby Generator Installation
Home Standby Generator Installation
Home Standby Generator Installation
Home Standby Generator Installation
Home Standby Generator Installation

+56

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

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. 

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.

If you’re wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.

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