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Paul R. Bachand Electric
5.0(
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Serving Whately, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently hired Paul to complete some electrical work in my home and I couldn't be more satisfied! From the initial consultation to the completion of the job, Paul was professional, timely, efficient, and knowledgable."
Remodel/ gut for space above garage for a raised ranch home
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+28

Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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JCamp Electric, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Whately, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Chris squared (Chris and Chris) did a great job installing our EV charging unit. They were punctual, professional, and explained everything. Highly recommend."
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Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Frank Wdowiak- Master Electrician
4.7(
275
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Serving Whately, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Showed up at time quoted. He had me up and going quickly. He was respectful of the property and ensured I was happy w the install. I will definitely use this pro again!!"
3 of 12 service panels.
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Anchor Electric Motor, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Whately, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1950

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Such a wonderful person. Came to fix my portable generator. Very pleasant and knowledgeable. Fixed my generator quickly and instructed me on ways to keep generator in best condition."
Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Electrical Experts
4.7(
96
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Serving Whately, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1955

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Initial visit was with Larkin then Alan and Brendan came to do the install. All were very informative and professional. Would call on them again."
bathroom lighting
burned outlet/over heated
bedroom lighting
lighting
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+20

Response time12 hrs
123 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Clyde Epps Electric
5.0(
25
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Serving Whately, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Epps was able to troubleshoot and repair my electrical issue. He also did a wonderful job installing the recess lighting in my living room and did not leave a mess behind Iike some contractors do."
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by8%of homeowners
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Alan Burlachenko Electrician
5.0(
12
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Serving Whately, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alan is very professional, knowledgeable, and patient. I am the type of person who asks a lot of questions, Alan took the time to fully answer each of my questions without rushing, I really appreciated that. I contacted several electricians and he was first to come to my house to review the project and provide me with a price on the complete project. Another electrician, once he found out it was a detached garage, told me he would not do the trench work, and I would have to find someone else to do it. I told him not to both giving me a price. The trench work tuned out to be the hardest part of the job. In trenching to the garage, a massive root was uncovered; Alan handled it very professionally and did the necessary work to properly install the wire. I would defiantly recommend him he did the complete job, pulling permits, having the work inspected, the total installation and cleanup. I think you would be happy with his work."
Panel Upgrade
Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Thomas A. Jennette Electric
4.5(
10
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Serving Whately, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"One thing I really liked about his work was the attention to detail and he made sure things were done right, not just fast. He goes out of his way to make the installation easy to work on in the future if need be. And it is very neatly done."
Bathroom remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Sub-panel move
Main Service Drop
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

While natural gas generators are costly, they’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’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

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