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Q: Should I buy a solar battery or a generator?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re deciding between a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/solar-batteries-vs-generators.htm">solar battery versus a generator</a> for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don&rsquo;t have many ongoing costs. </p></div>

Q: What types of fuel do generators take?

• <div><p>Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:</p><ul><li><p>Natural gas: $2,000&ndash;$21,000 per year </p></li><li><p>Liquid propane: $2,000&ndash;$21,000 per year</p></li><li><p>Diesel: $3,000&ndash;$20,000 per year</p></li><li><p>Gasoline: $500&ndash;$3,000 per year</p></li><li><p>Solar generator: $2,000&ndash;$25,000 per unit</p></li><li><p>Battery backup: $10,000&ndash;$25,000 per unit</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of a standby generator?

• <div><p>While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to set up utilities?

• <div><p>Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.</p></div>

Q: Can a portable generator power an entire home?

• <div><p>A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/installing-whole-house-generator.htm">whole-home generator</a> instead. </p></div>

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Last update on November 16, 2025

Reviewed in September 2024
Great work on electrical rough/finish. He has installed generators for us. All work was prompt and on time. Competitive price.
Jason Wood Electrician
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Reviewed in August 2024
Aaron is dependable, kind, generous, and an expert tree climber which enables him to remove debris high in the trees without needing a Bucket truck. He is also very reasonable and fair.
Hazard Tree Removal
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Reviewed in February 2023
On time, friendly duo great work for general cleaning
Adriana Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in September 2022
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...
T K Lyden Electric & Generator, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2022
Discovered FB Electrical Serviced when getting our generator installed. They agreed to take on separate wiring jobs that others either refused or botched. The electricians were confident, competent and enthusiastic in solving our ancient wiring mysteries. Office staff, likewise, surpassed all...
FB Electrical Services Inc
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Reviewed in February 2018
Overall we are satisfied with the end results. Our cabinet installer sub contracted with this company last minute in an effort to get our kitchen done on schedule, and so that we could actually go see the granite before it was installed. The initial installers were prompt, and pleasant, but when...
CONTINENTAL STONE MARBLE GRANITE
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Reviewed in November 2014
Jean was very punctual and extremely professional. He evaluated the integrity of the tile flooring on his hands and knees, checking for loosening grout, cracked tiles, general safety issues. He found the flooring installation was not secure and some tiles were already cracked. Jean was very...
Century Carpet & Creative Floors Inc
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Reviewed in February 2013
Electricians arrived in very cold weaqther and upgraded ouytside service, which included moving meter from inside to exterior as required. ran into a problem and had National Grid come and replace main service line into home. no extra charge. Then they removed three old fuse based boxes and...
Dennis Capurso Electric
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Reviewed in March 2012
TERRIBLE! Slow to respond to request for appointment. Then didn't show up when they were supposed to (said there was a scheduling snafu). Then, gentleman showed up (nice guy) to start/explain the generator for me--not what I called for. He spent 15 minutes at my house. Said they couldn't help...
POWERS GENERATOR SVC
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Reviewed in August 2009
"Jim" Adams came to my house at the time and date we agreed upon. He inquired as exactly what I wanted done. He inspected the site, asked appropriate questions, and said that a proposal would be forth coming. I received a quote on the same day, and we agreed on a date/time to do the work....
Ferran Services & Contracting
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