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Avatar for Paul Foley Electric Co., Inc.
Paul Foley Electric Co., Inc.
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Premier Generator to install a new generator They were very responsive to my calls and gave a very fair snd reasonable quote. I had to wait for their availability, but was well worth the wait. The crew is terrific. All of them are polite and respected my property. Anthony and Sterling was part of the ferric team. Would recommend Premier Generator to anyone thinking about installing a generator."
Auto Transfer Switch
Connection to propane tanks
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Trenching
Custom Poured Pad

+13

Response time12 hrs
142 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Champion Electrical Services Inc
5.0(
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Champion Electrical Services, we believe homeowners deserve better. No more no-shows, rushed work, or upsells you don't need. We built this company to do things right - with respect, craftsmanship, and pride. Every project is treated like it's being done in our own home: clean, code-compliant, and built to last. Whether you need a panel upgrade, EV charger, generator, or quick repair, we show up when it counts and earn your trust every time. \nLicensed, insured, and proudly serving MA & RI. \nWhen the lights go out, don't call just anyone. Call the Champ.\n\n(774) 331-3500 \nCalltheChamp.com \[email protected]

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Cotti-Johnson Heating-Cooling-Electrical
4.7(
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Serving Onset, 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
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Sylvia Electric
4.7(
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Installed light fixture over sink and upgrade smoke detecters. Arrived on time and was very tidy. Electrician was professional and courteous."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Cotti Johnson HVAC, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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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."
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Home Standby Generator Installation

+56

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
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Services & More LLC
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I hired this company for spring cleanup, and when they got here they were able to do so much more They edged all my beds. They mulched everything. They filled my new raised beds with loam. They cleaned my two ponds. They went way over and above what I expected, I would recommend them highly to anyone. They .were professional. They were courteous. They left nothing behind. It was absolutely the best experience I’ve had hiring someone in a long time. I couldn’t be happier. I would highly recommend them to anyone for any projects."
Furniture Assembly
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

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Stephen Whealan Licensed Electrician
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Bring back trustworthy electricians! We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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