Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.
"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business
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Anthony O on September 2025
Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.
"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business
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For over a decade, Grand Bay has been honored to provide our community with comprehensive electrical installation, maintenance, and restoration. We install high-quality generators, security cameras, and electrical wiring to ensure your property is prepared for anything. Book a free estimate online or call today to learn more about Grand Bay Electric.
"I used Grand Bay Electric to replace outdoor receptacles to weather related outlets. Ethan and Christian displayed professionalism, friendliness and respect to my home. I believe the quote to be fair and honest. I also liked Maizey in the office who answered and sent text messages when my appointment moved up a day on their schedule. 5 star company and people!"
samuel a on May 2024
For over a decade, Grand Bay has been honored to provide our community with comprehensive electrical installation, maintenance, and restoration. We install high-quality generators, security cameras, and electrical wiring to ensure your property is prepared for anything. Book a free estimate online or call today to learn more about Grand Bay Electric.
"I used Grand Bay Electric to replace outdoor receptacles to weather related outlets. Ethan and Christian displayed professionalism, friendliness and respect to my home. I believe the quote to be fair and honest. I also liked Maizey in the office who answered and sent text messages when my appointment moved up a day on their schedule. 5 star company and people!"
For over 28 years we have been providing generator service and maintenance (including 24 hour emergency service) throughout Michigan. We service all standby generators residential and commercial, large and small. We are a certified, independent Generac, Kohler, Wildcat, Briggs & Stratton, Taylor and Champion generator dealer and would be happy to provide you with a free estimate. Give us a call to see how we can help offer you peace of mind with any of your power management needs.
"Very professional and knowledgeable! Did an amazing job while letting us know what was all being performed."
Matt G on August 2024
For over 28 years we have been providing generator service and maintenance (including 24 hour emergency service) throughout Michigan. We service all standby generators residential and commercial, large and small. We are a certified, independent Generac, Kohler, Wildcat, Briggs & Stratton, Taylor and Champion generator dealer and would be happy to provide you with a free estimate. Give us a call to see how we can help offer you peace of mind with any of your power management needs.
"Very professional and knowledgeable! Did an amazing job while letting us know what was all being performed."
Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.
"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"
Jan C on February 2019
Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.
"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"
Our Company vision is to provide all of our clients with honest, dependable and industry leading workmanship, accompanied by superior customer service. Ostlund Services is the leader in plumbing, electrical, HVAC-R and facility services. Let us help you with all of your residential, commercial and restaurant needs. At Ostlund Service Company we specialize in Commercial and Residential services for Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC-R and Facility Maintenance. Simply put, we are the best and we have the track record to prove it. Our staff of technicians are all state licensed professionals, in their fields. We service thousands of clients throughout the Midwest
Our Company vision is to provide all of our clients with honest, dependable and industry leading workmanship, accompanied by superior customer service. Ostlund Services is the leader in plumbing, electrical, HVAC-R and facility services. Let us help you with all of your residential, commercial and restaurant needs. At Ostlund Service Company we specialize in Commercial and Residential services for Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC-R and Facility Maintenance. Simply put, we are the best and we have the track record to prove it. Our staff of technicians are all state licensed professionals, in their fields. We service thousands of clients throughout the Midwest
Tishhouse Electric, Inc is owned by Carrie M. Tishhouse, and our offices are located in Southwest Michigan in Kalamazoo. We provide electrical contracting services for a wide variety of needs in Residential, Commercial, and Industrial fields. Tishhouse Electric has been providing quality electrical service ever since we opened for business in October of 1998. We pride ourselves in providing the most accurate Electrical work and the most detailed free estimates so that you, the customer, know exactly what you are paying for. For residential, commercial and industrial work, as well as service calls, remodels, and upgrades, a 1-year parts and labor warranty is offered. All estimates are provided in writing, and all bills are invoiced through hard copy, or, if you elect, digitally by e-mail. We are fully insured and carry a staff of electricians that are highly experienced and skilled, as well as licensed by the State of Michigan.
Tishhouse Electric, Inc is owned by Carrie M. Tishhouse, and our offices are located in Southwest Michigan in Kalamazoo. We provide electrical contracting services for a wide variety of needs in Residential, Commercial, and Industrial fields. Tishhouse Electric has been providing quality electrical service ever since we opened for business in October of 1998. We pride ourselves in providing the most accurate Electrical work and the most detailed free estimates so that you, the customer, know exactly what you are paying for. For residential, commercial and industrial work, as well as service calls, remodels, and upgrades, a 1-year parts and labor warranty is offered. All estimates are provided in writing, and all bills are invoiced through hard copy, or, if you elect, digitally by e-mail. We are fully insured and carry a staff of electricians that are highly experienced and skilled, as well as licensed by the State of Michigan.
We are an Electrical Contractor with experience in commercial and residential. We provide electrical repairs, new electrical installation and low voltage installation such as security, sound and network cabling. The values we bring to our clients are dependability, integrity and cost effective solutions. Our staff has over 50 years of experience and is very knowledgeable and looking forward to working with new clients. They are eager to do the right thing for our clients and wanting to build new relationships for return business.
"Jason and his team are awesome! We purchased a home and SJS basically re-wired our whole house. They also installed a Generac Generator. SJS did everything we asked and more. True professionals! The attention to detail was clearly evident. Plus they did the work ahead of schedule and under the original quote. If one word could summarize SJS it would be integrity. In closing and simply put, SJS is our electrical contractor for life."
Mike T on July 2023
We are an Electrical Contractor with experience in commercial and residential. We provide electrical repairs, new electrical installation and low voltage installation such as security, sound and network cabling. The values we bring to our clients are dependability, integrity and cost effective solutions. Our staff has over 50 years of experience and is very knowledgeable and looking forward to working with new clients. They are eager to do the right thing for our clients and wanting to build new relationships for return business.
"Jason and his team are awesome! We purchased a home and SJS basically re-wired our whole house. They also installed a Generac Generator. SJS did everything we asked and more. True professionals! The attention to detail was clearly evident. Plus they did the work ahead of schedule and under the original quote. If one word could summarize SJS it would be integrity. In closing and simply put, SJS is our electrical contractor for life."
We are a Home improvement company that can do all aspects of building. We can build from the ground up or remodel your existing structure. Basements are a great inexpensive way to add living space to your home. Call and ask for a free estimate.
"Very happy with the entire process. Communication was great and Eric even brought Reggie to house the day before the job started to introduce him so I knew who to expect in the morning. Reggie and Cole were great. They took special care to respect my home and did incredible work. My wife and I couldn't be more pleased with the finished product."
James B on August 2022
We are a Home improvement company that can do all aspects of building. We can build from the ground up or remodel your existing structure. Basements are a great inexpensive way to add living space to your home. Call and ask for a free estimate.
"Very happy with the entire process. Communication was great and Eric even brought Reggie to house the day before the job started to introduce him so I knew who to expect in the morning. Reggie and Cole were great. They took special care to respect my home and did incredible work. My wife and I couldn't be more pleased with the finished product."
James B on August 2022
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts
In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.
Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.
When maintained properly, a whole-house generator can last up to 20 years. Costs to maintain and repair generators vary by location and type of generator, but you can expect to pay about $150 to $300 per year for annual generator maintenance checks. An experienced generator service technician will inspect your generator’s engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels to keep your generator in good working condition for as long as possible.
Homeowners can often access federal tax credits, such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which covers a percentage of installation costs. Many states and utilities offer additional rebates, grants, or performance-based incentives. These programs can significantly lower your upfront investment. Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) or contact your local energy office for current offers.
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.
The Colon, MI homeowners’ guide to generator installs
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Keeping on top of generator maintenance and repairs gives you extra peace of mind as a homeowner. Find out how much regular generator maintenance costs.
