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R. Bruton Electric, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Concord, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Awesome!! Got the job done fast. They handled everything from the city permit, to dealing with consumers. Great work, professional, friendly"
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Lakestar Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Concord, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Lakestar 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.\n

Response time2 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Next Generations Power, LLC
4.6(
24
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Serving Concord, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I can not began to express how happy my hubby and I were with the service provided by Dan. He was very professional, timely, and cost effective. When he took our generator in for repair, he actually left a generator just in case the power went out again. This was greatly appreciated as we have a sump pump and were just getting over cleaning our basement due to power outage which caused the use of our sump pump"
Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
MJL Electric, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Concord, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

MJL Electric, LLC, is the premiere commercial & industrial electrical contractor in the greater Eastern Michigan region. With over 20 years of experience servicing the electrical needs of the local businesses and factories, we are considered masters within the industry. We are also both experts and skilled craftsman in the field, as we ensure that every job is done right, within budget and on time. We utilize the same degree of personal care and consideration on every project, regardless of size and scope. We exhibit exceptional attention to detail and quality craftsmanship, unparalleled in this day and age. Whether it is a smaller job, something larger or a vastly complex project, do not hesitate to contact us today!

Response time10 mins
Displaymax Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Concord, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are 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 my trade combined with ability is what makes us truly professional. Above all, we are mindful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time1 day
MPK Electric
New to Angi

Serving Concord, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Mpk Electric 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

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.

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.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

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.

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