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GM Electrical LLC
5.0(
22
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gracen is excellent! I needed a transfer switch to run my generator from the electrical panel. From first quote to job done, Gracen kept in touch. He does good honest work and explains everything heâ s done. Heck, he even put up with my dog barking the whole time he was over lol. When he was done with the job, he helped me go through everything and in detail. Recommend highly"
Response time2 days
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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SLTD Electric, Inc.
3.3(
50
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We have nothing but great things to say about SLTD Electric. They have come out to our house a couple times now for different projects, and they are always very communicative and deliver affordable, prompt, and effective services. They are also super friendly (and sweet to our gaggle of pets). We cannot recommend them enough."
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Baker Electric and Sons
4.1(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Steve and his crew are on time and professional. Always ready and willing to help."
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bradeen Electric & Generators, Inc.
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They also installed a Generic standby generator. Awesome"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Advanced Generator Solutions
5.0(
3
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Tech was on time, polite, professional, and did a great job. Iâ d highly recommend Advanced Generator Services."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ideal Energy Solutions
5.0(
8
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"They Showed Up On Time & Installed It Just How He Said He Would. It Works GREAT"
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

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

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

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

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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.

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