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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
137 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

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.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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