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Long Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Darnestown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"We hired Long Electric for the installation of a whole-house generator. I have nothing but good to say about the Long Electric team. Great customer service and very knowledgeable installation team. The installation went flawless and the team cleaned up after the work. I strongly recommend Long Electric!"
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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GAC Services
4.8(
292
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Serving Darnestown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’m back again to write another stellar review for GAC. Last year they replaced our HVAC system; this year we circled back and had them install a home generator. This was a long and drawn out process due to the various approvals needed from Montgomery County as well as coordination with Washington Gas (which ended up not just being a simple sign off but necessitating an additional, expensive upgrade to the gas line from the street to our home). Nevertheless, GAC did a fantastic job shepherding this process over the 6+ months of waiting on stakeholders, and they were also maximally accommodating to our family’s significant constraints on time and availability (due to health concerns related to a medically fragile family member). A special kudos to Sandy M, GAC’s master electrician, who took it on personally to ensure we were taken care of all throughout this process, going above and beyond with phone calls, text messages, personal visits, etc. on behalf of my family, I want to thank GAC and am giving top marks across the board for this effort which was complex , lengthy, and ultimately successful."
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27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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OC1 Electric
4.6(
51
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Serving Darnestown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Customers say: Quick response

"Oupekkha showed up exactly on time, explained clearly what he was doing, what his annual service contract included and reassured me that our generator is good to go. He even topped off the oil for us. I signed up!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Rollins Repair
4.7(
56
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Serving Darnestown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He found an electrical problem that Potomac Edison arrived to do a emergency repair. It was a fire hazard. So thankful he found the problem and did an excellent install with our Generator."
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 30KW Quitesoure
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+6

Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Bailey & Shipp Electric
4.1(
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Serving Darnestown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On both appointments, the technicians (David the first time, Matt & Evan the second time) were respectful and honest, very well organized. And they arrived right on time. We had ceiling fans and recessed lighting installed. They kept the work areas clean. -Frank K., City of Gambrills. My wife and I are very happy with their work, and the jobs were completed in the quoted time, even early! Everything was well explained and questions were answered with the feeling that they weren't in a rush to leave until I was satisfied. We will call again for future jobs."
3 recessed lights
Single Recessed Light
Custom Bathroom Wiring
chandelier
Panel Replacement After

+8

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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One Source, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Darnestown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

One Source Systems is one of the premier custom integrators in the greater Washington D.C. area. We are focused on an elevated client experience and meeting your needs for Smart Home design, including experiential elements such as lighting, shades and incredible dedicated theater and Audio/Video solutions. With over 10 years of experience in the audio industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give One Source a call today - we look forward to working with you!

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Proper Grounding Showcase
Theater Screen with Starry Night Ceiling
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Lighting Fixtures in a restaurant

+26

Response time2 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Serene Elec inst & Rep Services LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Darnestown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. \nWe uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and \npersonal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service \nwe bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined \nwith ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are \nwatchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the \nbasis of our business.

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Horizon Services, LLC (MD)
3.8(
1,464
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Serving Darnestown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Horizon Services (MD), LLC, is the regions largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizon Services (MD), LLC, remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

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.

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.

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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