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Apex Precision
New to Angi

Serving Baldwin, MI and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

At Apex Precision, we take pride in providing reliable, high-quality handyman and general contracting services for residential and commercial customers. From small repairs and maintenance to custom projects, we bring precision, professionalism, and attention to detail to every job.\n\nWe specialize in a wide range of services including drywall, flooring, painting, trim work, repairs, installations, carpentry, and general home improvements. No project is too small or too big — our goal is to deliver dependable workmanship, honest communication, and results you can trust.\n\nCustomer satisfaction is our top priority, and we work hard to make sure every project is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. When you choose Apex Precision, you’re choosing quality craftsmanship and service you can count on.

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H Electric, LLC
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Serving Baldwin, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called to inquire about installing a small fan, Jared scheduled and was out for the repair in 2 weeks and came in under budget. Everything works like a dream!"
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S&J Electric
New to Angi

Serving Baldwin, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

We offer over 28 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as generator installs, wiring and panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

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D Maddux Electric
New to Angi

Serving Baldwin, MI and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

⚡️ D Maddux Electric – Trusted Electrical Services in NW Michigan! ⚡️\nServing Traverse City • Cadillac • Surrounding Communities\n\nLooking for experienced electricians you can count on?\nD Maddux Electric is licensed and insured, proudly serving Northern Michigan with high-quality electrical work you can trust.\n\nWe specialize in:\n🔧 New Build Construction Wiring\n🔌 Generac Generator Sales & Installs\n⚡ Service Upgrades & Panel Changes\n💡 All Types of Residential & Light Commercial Electrical Work\n\nWhether you’re starting a new project or upgrading your current system, we deliver honest service, expert craftsmanship, and on-time results.\n\n📍 Locally owned & operated\n🛠 Quality-driven | Professional | Dependable\n\nCall or Email Today for a Free Estimate!\n📞 231-299-7469\n📧 [email protected]\n\n🔌 D Maddux Electric – Powering Your Projects the Right Way.

Apcom Electric
New to Angi

Serving Baldwin, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Apron Electrjc 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.

Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

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. 

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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