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Harland Electric Inc
4.9(
137
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Serving Lancaster, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bill walked me through checking the outlet and circuits. We solved the problem with no service call needed. Harland has been my electrician since the early 2000's. They have completed many projects/repairs small and large (full panel replacement after water damage to installing a exterior spotlight). Staff answering calls is pleasant and professional, Bill gets back to customers usually the same day."
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Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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VMA Electric Inc
4.8(
462
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Serving Lancaster, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the office folks to the electrician who did the work -- friendly and professional. They quoted the lowest price of three estimates and did the work within a couple of weeks. I purchased my generator elsewhere online... and VMA walked me thru the process of hooking it up, running it, and shutting it down. Very helpful."
Needham Project
22kw Generac
27kw
Response time8 hrs
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Joseph Lapomardo, Electrician
4.9(
285
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Serving Lancaster, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Joe to upgrade our electrical service (from 100A to 200A), install a bigger roof panel, and a generator interlock. From start to finish he made the whole process painless. He worked around our schedule and we are very pleased with the outcome. Will definitely call him again for future projects."
LED recessed lights
LED recessed lights
Underground Services
EV Car Charger
EV Car Charger

+171

Response time9 hrs
65 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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T K Lyden Electric & Generator, Inc.
3.9(
114
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Serving Lancaster, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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 generator. That might be something to check on before hiring for this type of job."
 Your standard 10 circuit
 Generac Whole House 20kW
 Mike and Will with a new 20kW
 Generac 20kW
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+45

Response time1 day
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Kevin Kelley Electrical LLC
4.9(
35
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Serving Lancaster, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin installed a power transfer switch and the necessary wiring cables for the system. The work was flawless and completed on schedule! I would definitely use his company services again and highly recommend."
Service upgrade
Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Joseph Gamache
5.0(
23
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Serving Lancaster, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Joe did a fantastic job installing our new exterior sconces. Fox several recessed lights in our kitchen and updated them. He installed a wireless three way switch in our kitchen that none of the contractors would touch. He very knowledgeable and worked with us to keep the cost manageable. I highly recommend him for any electrical project"
Service upgrade
Living room lighting
Holden basement remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Service upgrade

+40

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Durocher Electric
4.9(
214
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Serving Lancaster, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marc was prompt (actually early), knowledgeable, experienced and very professional. And he was pleasant and personable throughout the installation."
Response time2 days
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Do Good Electric, LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Lancaster, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Customers say: Quality work

"We couldn t be happier with Dan from Do Good Electric. He was prompt, courteous, and worked with us to stay within budget for our basement remodel. He explained everything he was doing, kept the work areas clean and was extremely respectful of our home and property. We would recommend Do Good Electric to anyone and will absolutely hire him for any future electrical jobs we need."
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Response time12 hrs
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%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. 

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

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

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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