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Generator Supercenter of Maine
4.6(
40
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Richmond, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
Generator Install
18KW Installation
Preparation for the day
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
76 neighbors recently requested a quote
Generators of Maine, Inc.
5.0(
6
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Richmond, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

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 by80%of homeowners
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Casco Bay Generators LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Richmond, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

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.

Standard installation.
Response time2 days
Response rate92%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Veteran Wire Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Richmond, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

VETERAN WIRE ELECTRIC LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Panel
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TJ Electrical and Radon Air LLC
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Richmond, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

TJ Eectric is a residential electrical contractor, specializing in new construction, remodels, service upgrades and much much more! We are a family owned and veteran owned buisness who strive to provide our customers with the best experience possible, we want you to feel like part of the TJ Electric family, and know that we take pride in our workmanship and transparency! We have all 5-star reviews across all platforms we are listed on and do everything we can to maintain that presence on the job. So if your in need of a highly qualified electrician for your home projects give us a call today!

100 amp Leviton panel upgrade
Service upgrade
New 200a service
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JD electrical
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Richmond, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

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

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.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

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