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Q: Can you use your electric car as a backup battery?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re wondering <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/using-electric-car-as-home-generator.htm">if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery</a>, 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.</p></div>

Q: Can I plug my generator directly into my house?

• <div><p>No, you cannot plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your home. Plugging in a generator without an interlocking kit, extension cord, or wall outlet receptacle is incredibly dangerous and can cause back-feeding&mdash;power from the generator back-feeds into utility lines. Also, if the main power comes back on while your generator is on, it could damage the generator and cause a house fire.</p></div>

Q: What types of fuel do generators take?

• <div><p>Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:</p><ul><li><p>Natural gas: $2,000&ndash;$21,000 per year </p></li><li><p>Liquid propane: $2,000&ndash;$21,000 per year</p></li><li><p>Diesel: $3,000&ndash;$20,000 per year</p></li><li><p>Gasoline: $500&ndash;$3,000 per year</p></li><li><p>Solar generator: $2,000&ndash;$25,000 per unit</p></li><li><p>Battery backup: $10,000&ndash;$25,000 per unit</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Do installations include unit assembly?

• <div><p>Many services include assembling the unit and securing it in the window. Confirm with your provider.</p></div>

Q: Are natural gas generators worth it?

• <div><p>While natural gas generators are costly, they&rsquo;re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn&rsquo;t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn&rsquo;t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.</p></div>

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Last update on October 25, 2025

Reviewed in December 2024
John came when he said he would. Very professional and polite. One of my best experiences working with a contractor. Took care of my issues. Upgraded my electrical panel as needed. Installed transfer switch and equipment as needed for backup generator. Gave a very reasonable price. Highly...
John S. Morahan Electrician, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
After interviewing various home contractors, we hired AK General Services to turn our dilapidated porch into a four season room and also extend it. We are very happy with the work that was performed. We were kept in constant communication about timeframes and next steps and requirements. The...
AK General Services
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Reviewed in April 2023
Christian and his crew are experts when it comes to tile, paver stones and masonry. Our patio was installed 20 years ago. There were stones that had buckled and risen out of their orginial places and the general slope of the patio when it was originally installed was not allowing for natural...
Dicapi Construction
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Reviewed in September 2022
The two young men who performed the installation were informative, professional, cordial, and they left the scene spotless. There was a technical problem with the engine on the generator itself, which they weren't able to help with, because they weren't licensed to work on the specific brand of...
T K Lyden Electric & Generator, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2021
North Hill Development has done a great job of installing our resistance pool and creating a spa house/structure to go over it. This project required North Hill to coordinate with our spa vendor for a crane delivery, our town's conservation committee for clearance, and our architect for some...
North Hill Development Inc
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Reviewed in February 2018
Overall we are satisfied with the end results. Our cabinet installer sub contracted with this company last minute in an effort to get our kitchen done on schedule, and so that we could actually go see the granite before it was installed. The initial installers were prompt, and pleasant, but when...
CONTINENTAL STONE MARBLE GRANITE
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Reviewed in June 2017
Jake and Dave were great. Jake let me through everything as far as what was being treated outside as well as what he'd be spraying and laying bait down for inside the house (just general preventative measures, but also to treat the black ants). Took the time to explain and be very thorough....
Insight Pest Solutions
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Reviewed in December 2014
Mr Frankselio Dasilva, the owner of Vallcher Construction, is very knowledgeable, and very professional. He is highly recommended for most any general contractor project.
Promax Builder Inc
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Reviewed in November 2014
Jean was very punctual and extremely professional. He evaluated the integrity of the tile flooring on his hands and knees, checking for loosening grout, cracked tiles, general safety issues. He found the flooring installation was not secure and some tiles were already cracked. Jean was very...
Century Carpet & Creative Floors Inc
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Reviewed in May 2013
Richard was great. He responded to my phone call within a few hours and was able to schedule the work within a couple of days. He actually showed up early which is generally unheard of. He was quick and efficient and did a great job. I would use him again in a heartbeat.
Sunshine Window Cleaning
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