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

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"My experience is getting a new whole house generator installed by Long Electric was wonderful. They were responsive, timely and very professional. Everyone I dealt with was very courteous and answered all my questions over and over. I highly recommend their services."
Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Nasr Electric Inc
4.9(
276
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Serving Wheaton, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joseph came to our home on 8 /28/21, to replace an outdoor GFI outlet. He was punctual, professional, and quite easy to work with. While he was there, I asked him to take a look at our very old electrical panel, and would he consider replacing it at a later date. He said, he needed to check his schedule and get back to me. He did. Joseph obtained the permit. We agreed on a date to install the new panel. I am very satisfied with the work performed by Joseph and his assistants. I'm sure it will pass inspection without issue. He's very good at what he does! Yes, I would hire again. Yes, I definitely would recommend."
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+19

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vital Electric
5.0(
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Serving Wheaton, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job . Ludwing arrived on time and worked for 6 hours to complete the installation. He went beyond to solve some part issues . I would highly recommend him ."
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+8

Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GAC Services
4.8(
291
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Serving Wheaton, 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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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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William G Hyman Electrical Contractor
4.8(
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Serving Wheaton, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bill and his crew are a great team of professionals. They completed a clean install of a Tesla power station for my car and a couple of power outlets for the garage. Communications were perfect and Bill is a no pressure person so this was an easy transaction. The team is very detailed oriented and clean up after they finished. Thank you Bill and Team!"
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+6

Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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D&G Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Wheaton, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Deybi was super professional and he took the time to explain the electrical system in my old house and recommended the best option. He and his partner also took the time after the work was done to clean up after the work was done and made sure that I was satisfied with the final work. Would definitely hire again!"
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+50

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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OC1 Electric
4.6(
51
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Serving Wheaton, 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
Recommended by97%of homeowners
JOHN MAX ELECTRIC
5.0(
22
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Serving Wheaton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The electrical team was professional, knowledgeable, prompt, personable and did an overall wonderful job. They are clearly expert electricians. They cleaned up after they finished the project. I would recommend them highly to my family and friends. As an added plus, they priced their work reasonably."
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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

Many services include assembling the unit and securing it in the window. Confirm with your provider.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

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.

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. 

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