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Generators of Maine, Inc.
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Serving Dexter, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Generators of Maine just completed the installation of a 14kw generator with parallel transfer switches, to protect 2 separate metered panels at a rental property that I own. I didn't even know that this was possible, until Doug Sawyer suggested it. The incremental cost of protecting the additional panel with the parallel transfer switch arrangement was a fraction the cost of an additional generator and transfer switch. Throughout the job, Doug and his crew were awesome. I am a terrible snoop who enjoys technology, so I hung around just watching and learning. They didn't seem to mind my presence and were friendly and informative through out the install. Every aspect of the job was 100% top-notch. Doug also managed to under bid his nearest competitor on every component and aspect of the job, including the annual maintenance contract, which I deemed to be worth the $$$. I highly recommend Generators of Maine."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ideal Energy Solutions
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Serving Dexter, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Small company so took a couple days. Very quick very thorough. Very good work ethic. Price was right in the average in my opinion. Will only use these guys for this kind of work in the future"
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Striker Power Systems
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Serving Dexter, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A very pleasant experience from the site visit to the professional installation. Very quick to respond to questions and very short time from purchase to installation. The install team showed up on time and finished in around four hours! Would highly recommend Striker Power Systems."
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Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Baker Electric and Sons
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Serving Dexter, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Kevin called me the same day I posted the pro request. I scheduled him to come by to do a quote two days later and hired him at that point. Kevin replaced a scary exterior electrical outlet and power cord that powers a pool pump. The power cord was coming out of the ground and arcing and the old outlet was melted around a socket. Not good. Kevin fixed it right up and replaced and greatly improved the whole set up, including installing an exterior outlet and switch that are both protected by the weather. Very impressed and will hire Kevin again."
Response time2 days
78 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Current Solutions Contracting LLC
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Serving Dexter, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Current Solutions Contracting upgraded our electrical service and replaced our panel and the experience was excellent from start to finish. He explained the process clearly, handled everything professionally, and made sure all work was done safely and up to code. The installation was clean, organized, and completed efficiently. Communication was great and he took the time to answer all of our questions. It?s clear he takes pride in his work and cares about doing the job right. I would absolutely recommend Current Solutions Contracting to anyone needing electrical work."
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JD electrical
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Serving Dexter, ME and surrounding areas

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Licensed Electrician, fully insured. Trained in commercial, residential and industrial electrical work. I am a certified in solar installation for home or business. I take pride in my work and strive to do the job correctly and 100% by the NEC code. My focus is to perform work right the first time and install everything to make my customers happy with it. I will verify that my customers approve of the course of work that will be completed to satisfy them.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

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. 

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