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Homestead Enterprises of MI
4.9(
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Serving Gaines, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Charles and Joyce from Homestead were great to work with. From the time they came out to quote our generator, placement, installation through final inspections. Charles has great attention to detail. They treated our home as if it was theirs. Joyce helped with all the documentation and warranty process. Great people to work with."
Relays for fire smoke dampers
FARM HOUSE PANEL UPGRADE (before)
Farm house panel upgrade (after)
Panel upgrade (after)
INDICATOR LGHTS

+21

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lighthouse Electrical Service
4.6(
107
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Serving Gaines, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I received an immediate response. Bailey came the following morning and completed the work within an hour. He was friendly and addressed all of my concerns. I am overall satisfied and would definitely utilize Lighthouse for future electrical work."
Generac Generator
Panel Upgrade
EV Maintenance
Landscape Lights
Specialized Lighting

+4

Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kwaske Electric
4.9(
33
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Serving Gaines, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We were very pleased with the quality and service we received. We hired Kevin to wire our new construction house project in 2018. We later had him back to install a 12KW solar panel system and an EV charging station in 2021. I highly recommend Kwaske Electric."
New outlets and lighting
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Electrical for hot tub
Lighting & Receptacles 3 Seasons

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PM Technologies
3.7(
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Serving Gaines, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We lost power after a horrific storm and we contacted them and they sent a tech out after hours and got your generator back up and running. I would highly recommend. Will use again if this ever happens again and we will be referring all of our customers, family and friends to. I'll take care of you guys!"
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Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Superior Power & Lighting, Inc.
4.5(
130
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Serving Gaines, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"wonderful company, i had a specialty issue; needed a new attic fan to vent the heat from a very hot atrium to the outside. these guys came over, took out the old fan, ordered the new one and installed. contractors were very polite, knowledgeable & expedient once the decision was made, i recommend to all."
SUPERIOR POWER & LIGHTING
NEVER BE WITHOUT POWER AGAIN
Verizon lighting
Custom ceiling fans
Accent lighting

+2

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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True Line Electric
5.0(
7
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Serving Gaines, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"You will not find anyone more knowledgeable, dependable and trustworthy than Doug for your electrical needs!! Stacey is terrific on the admin side of things and keeps the business running smoothly. Together, they make such a terrific team! We have had Doug take care of our needs throughout several homes that we have owned over the years. There is no one else that I would want to take care of us than True Line Electric!!"
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AYN Construction & Electric
4.8(
9
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Serving Gaines, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Showed up on time, got the upgrade from 100 amp to 200 amp service done in 2 1/2 hours and, were curtious to keep the noise level down as much as possible, because I sleep and work 2nd shift and normally don't wake up till 4p.m."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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.

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

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