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Generator Supercenter of Maine
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Dayton, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Diagnosed the problem and repaired my generator so it starts and runs well. I will be using them from now on for all of my generator service in the future. They are a first class company."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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RGS Electric, Inc.
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Dayton, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Roy and his team did a great job! They are professional, timely, thorough, and have an eye for detail. We bought a house that had a butchered, antiquated electrical system that was unsafe and chaotic. Roy and his team stepped in and not only sorted out the mess but put in its place a state-of-the-art electrical system that has been greatly simplified, and made safe and convenient (Roy spent time walking through the house with me talking through placement of switches and other features that ensured we had light in all the right places and flows perfectly with day-to-day use). Hire RGS, you'll be glad you did!"
Response time2 days
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Casco Bay Generators LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Dayton, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are proud to be a Veteran-operated, Titanium Level Kohler® licensed and insured generator dealer. We teamed with Kohler® to give you peace of mind that you are working with a dealer-trained, factory-authorized provider to handle these appliances. We offer all Kohler® and Generac warranties and maintenance services. These are the industry’s best products for backup protection at your home or office.\nWe are also proud to work with Efficiency Maine, offering discounts, rebates, loans, and other initiatives to promote high-efficiency equipment that help Maine’s homes and businesses reduce their energy costs and lower their greenhouse gas emissions.\nProfessionally installing a standby generator and/or heat pump for your home or business is one of the best investments you can make. .\nWe at Casco Bay Generators & Heat Pumps keep the power on 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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Response time2 days
Response rate92%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

The average cost to install a home generator is $5,200, but total costs can range from $500 to $18,000 or more. The final price depends on several factors, including the generator's size, type, brand, fuel source, and the cost of labor and assembly. The generator's size is the most significant cost factor, as units that can power larger homes with higher energy demands cost more.

Cost breakdowns by generator type are typically as follows:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500–$2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000–$6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000–$18,000

To ensure you get the right size unit for your needs without overpaying, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes from qualified installers to find the best fit for your budget.

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.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

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