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Harland Electric Inc
4.9(
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Harland Electric team is extremely professional, courteous, and friendly. Jeremy and Jacob installed a chandelier on an 18ft foyer ceiling using a 15ft A-frame ladder and did so without marking up walls or floor. I have a laundry list of electric work to be doled out and Harland will be my first choice."
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Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Paul W Chace
4.9(
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul was fantastic! He did an excellent job installing 4 ceiling fans for us. He kept me updated on what steps were needed in each location (e.g., removing existing track lighting, installing a fan box, extending the wiring, etc.) and worked efficiently. Paul was also kind enough to explain things to me, which I really appreciated. He has been in the field for a long time and is a wealth of knowledge. I will definitely reach out to Paul for future projects involving electrical!"
Response time11 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Joe Gore Master Electrician
5.0(
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

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Warranties offered

"As expected! A new line was run from an existing outlet. A new box was installed and conduit was run from the outlet to the automatic garage door opener. I didn't want any holes punched in the walls so this was a quick and dirty way to satisfy my needs."
Ceiling fan and recessed lights
Diagnose faulty mini split (heat pump)
Installation of new ductless heat pump
200 amp service upgrade w/emergency disconnect
New main electrical panel with load shedding energy management seen on the bottom

+29

Response time2 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Joseph Lapomardo, Electrician
4.9(
285
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas

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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
69 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Wired Electrical Contractors, Inc.
4.9(
198
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Extremely happy with the service from Paul! I had an old 240V outlet in my garage I was hoping to use for a new electric car. Paul came out and got the outlet working again. He offered multiple options but didn't try to upsell me on the most expensive work. We mutually decided on the most cost effective solution (which was substantially less than other options). Paul is a very honest electrician and I will definitely use him again for any future needs."
Tesla Wall Connector
Tesla Wall Connector
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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T K Lyden Electric & Generator, Inc.
3.9(
114
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas

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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
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Nichols Electric
4.6(
175
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He was on time professional and did quality work. He explained how to use the generator and left written instructions. He was personable. His name was Brian"
Response time7 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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PW DiMasi Electric
4.6(
38
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired PW DiMasi to install receded lighting in an upstairs office and could not be happier with the results. Peter, the owner, was prompt in scheduling a time to provide a project estimate and quoted us a fair price. He also showed up on the day of the project to introduce the two electricians that would be doing the work. The team was courteous, professional, and did a great job installing the lights. They also were careful to cover the room with tarps to minimize dust and cleaned up the workspace afterwards. If we have a future need for an electrician, PW DiMasi will be our first call."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

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. 

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

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. 

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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