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JP McCurdy Electrical Services Inc
4.4(
526
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"During the walkthrough John was easy to chat with on what we were looking for in this project. We were looking to get some ethernet drops installed so that a new hardwired ethernet and wireless network could be installed by North Shore IT ([*** Link removed ***] Once we agreed to the project, Bill and Nico were easy to work with and were very expedient. They completed the job over a day and a half and did a great job at minimizing the impact to the walls and floors. I would definitely recommend JP McCurdy electrical services to others and would use them again!"
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+9

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Santo Electric, LLC
5.0(
14
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My Unit had been jerry rigged really bad by a home owner. Santo Electric solved the issues and revamped all the outlets in my unit. I'm also saving $ on my electrical bill. I would hire them again. Five stars!"
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NETR Inc
4.7(
78
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I reached out to couple of companies and ultimately decided to go with NETR, and I’m glad I did. From the salesman Chip, to the installer Daniel Rodriguez, their professionalism was exceptional. Their work ethic and attention to detail sets them apart from other companies in this business. Daniel is an expert and went above and beyond to make sure everything was tidy and perfect! They’re really invested in customer satisfaction!"
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SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
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+9

28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Empower Electric LLC
5.0(
8
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Empower Electric did a great job. I had them rewire my Multi Family home in Everett. I also had them rewire my second floor of my home in Wilmington. They also did some outside lights for me as well. Jimmy was very professional and gave me a great price."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J M Electrical Company, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Generator - Repair - For BusinessGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First and foremost, Joel was a pleasure to work with! Joel was extremely knowledgeable and helpful with the installation of our new Google nest. We were impressed with how prompt & easy going he was! Definitely going to be using him & recommending to family & friends."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northeast Power, LLC
5.0(
3
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Repair+3 more

Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My solar inverter stopped working in my existing solar system, and since my original installer went out of business, I had a hard time finding someone to replace the inverter provided by SolarEdge. It was a small job, and most large companies weren’t interested, while those willing to help were booked out for at least a couple of months. I contacted Justin, and he replaced the inverter within just a few days. He was very friendly, efficient, and offered a very reasonable price. Justin was also extremely knowledgeable, explained everything clearly, and kept me updated throughout the process. He arrived on time, completed the work neatly, and made sure the system was running perfectly before leaving. Overall, his professionalism, honesty, and dedication to customer satisfaction made the whole experience stress-free and smooth."
Northeast Power
Northeast Power
Northeast Power
Northeast Power
Northeast Power

+2

47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

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. 

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