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Q: Does installing a generator increase home value?

• <div><p>Yes,<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/generator-installation-avoid-electrical-disasters.htm"> installing a generator</a> usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they&rsquo;ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly. </p></div>

Q: Is using a generator safe?

• <div><p>As long as your generator is used as recommended by the manufacturer, it&rsquo;s safe to use for auxiliary power. Make sure that fuel powered generators are used outdoors and that the fumes dissipate away from your home. A professional generator installer will ensure your generator&rsquo;s placement and set-up meets safety standards when installing or repairing your back-up power source.</p></div>

Q: How much energy can I expect a home wind turbine to generate?

• <div><p>Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home&rsquo;s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household&rsquo;s energy usage patterns.</p></div>

Q: Can you use your electric car as a backup battery?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re wondering <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/using-electric-car-as-home-generator.htm">if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery</a>, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to turn off the main breaker when using a generator?

• <div><p>As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator&rsquo;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.</p></div>

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Last update on October 23, 2025

Reviewed in November 2016
Awesome job! Meticulous workmanship, knowledgeable staff & a solid installation, producing a truly professional result. They repaired the unit, installed the "hide" system on the exterior of the house & even painted the containment structure to match my brick exterior so it's not noticeable to...
Perry Aire Services Inc
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Reviewed in August 2016
CET gave me a 4-hour window which I wasn't too happy about because customers generally want to know an exact time but they responded to my initial inquiry and had a fare price which is why I decided to use them. The tech called 30min before showing up and was right on time at 9am. He was...
Certified Electrical Technologies
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Reviewed in June 2015
My interior designer, familiar with R. Bratti products, directed me to this company. I am glad she did: R. Bratti fabricated and installed a beautiful marble countertop. An inept plumber, brought in by the general contractor, mounted the faucet using plumber's putty. Plumber's putty must never...
R Bratti Associates
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Reviewed in December 2014
Working the people in the store to drop off my water, talking to Denise on the phone and working with Gene in the field was great. Everyone was friendly and really helpful and knowledgeable. Everyone showed up on time and did everything they were supposed to do. The attention to detail on the...
Solutions in Aqua Services/American Water Pro
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Reviewed in September 2014
I was satisfied with what they did. It was expensive. They were very responsive and they come when we need them. They are not cheap but whatever we get from them is good quality. We did have to have the generator serviced because it wasn't working properly. It was a problem with the...
New Age Lighting
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Reviewed in April 2012
Terrific experience. Eric was generous with his time and information when I called for the appointment. He gave me a solid price for the work and was flexible in scheduling. He arrived right on time, worked swiftly and expertly. I would definitely hire him in the future.
J & G Electric Co Inc
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Reviewed in September 2011
Overall, we were very pleased. Gene did all of the work in an efficient manner and brought in experts as needed. For instance, he brought in an electrician to handle one part of the project and he also had a co-worker to help handle the complicated tiling. Gene is very laid back and...
Stowe Contracting -Transformative Innovations
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Reviewed in January 2011
I have a semi-enclosed portion of my basement located under the sleeping porch at the back of my townhouse. I am enclosing it to use as my laundry room. One of the final steps was installing a door. There was no existing frame, just irregular bricks forming a doorway. The door needed to be...
Wall to Wall Construction, Inc
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Reviewed in July 2010
The contractor, David Robertson, was responsive from the start. He conducted an in-person visit and gave an estimate on the same day I called. The job was scheduled quickly and the contractor showed up on time. Generally, the work was thorough and of fair quality. However, it was clear that...
Something Different Contracting
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