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Long Electric, LLC
4.9(
168
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Highland, 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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Clinton Electric Co Inc
4.6(
173
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great. Very easy to deal with. Professional. They answered right away, scheduled, emailed me the forms. Set up a quick appointment. Everything went very well. I will be using them moving forward for my periodic generator maintenance."
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+2

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rollins Repair
4.7(
56
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Highland, 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."
 Air Cooled Generator
 30KW Quitesoure
 Residential Installation
 20KW Air Cooled
 Another Residential Installation

+6

Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Bailey & Shipp Electric
4.1(
82
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Your technician that came out to do a yearly maintenance inspection on my generator was very nice and knowledgeable. He arrived actually earlier than expected and went right to work. I would recommend your company to anyone and it was so nice to deal with someone who acted like they enjoyed their work and wanted to please. Thank you!"
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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Clinton Electric Company, Inc.
3.9(
172
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Highland, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They checked my generator and said nothing was wrong, that the problem was probably with the electric companies transformer. My problem still exist. The electric company sent people out to check the current coming to my house and said everything is okay. They are going to install a monitor to check what is going on when there is an outage. So as of now my generator does not come on."
The Team
 Generac Automatic Standby Generator
Dusk to Dawn Spotlights
 Electrical Panel
Trucks

+7

Response time2 hrs
136 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%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.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

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.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

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.

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