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Generator Supercenter of Maine
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Kennebunk, 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
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Loyal Lab Electric & Generators
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving Kennebunk, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Loyal Lab Electric & Generators is a locally owned electrical contractor serving Dover, Portsmouth, Rochester, and the NH Seacoast from our base in Somersworth, NH. Owner and NH Master Electrician Eric Hope has been in the trade since 2008 and founded this company in 2018. \n\nWe are an authorized Generac dealer with certified service technician's on staff, specializing in whole-home generator installation, electrical panel upgrades, EV charger installation, and electrical repairs. We serve residential customers across the NH Seacoast and southern Maine. NH Master Electrician License 13956. \n\nEvery job we complete donates to The Rusty Fund, supporting local dog rescues through our partnership with Pope Memorial Humane Society in Dover.

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RGS Electric, Inc.
4.7(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Kennebunk, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

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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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.

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

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.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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