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Mr. Electric
4.5(
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Serving Orion, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very happy with my experience with Mr. Electric. I have used them to put in my whole house generator. They were great. Sam Stone is awesome. He showed up on time and upgraded our panel box. I found him to be very professional and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this company and Sam Stone for all electrical services"
Response time8 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Lighthouse Electrical Service
4.6(
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Serving Orion, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"They were very responsive to my request even though it wasn't an expensive project. Very professional and they will be go-to electrician. Given my 100 year old house means, I'll be seeing more of them!"
Generac Generator
Panel Upgrade
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Landscape Lights
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+4

Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
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Legacy Electric Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Orion, MI and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Andrew did great work upgrading my panel to 200 amp service and replacing my electrical service. He really knows his stuff and was willing to explain parts of the process to me which I greatly valued. The work was done efficiently and in a timely manner. I would happily recommend Andrew's electrician services to anyone I know and would work with him again."
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Wholehouse Generator
New Panel
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PM Technologies
3.7(
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Serving Orion, 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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25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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A & J Electric LLC
New to Angi

Serving Orion, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Navigating the world of electrical systems requires a Pro you can trust. Mike at A & J Electric has been in service customers in the Electrical field for over a decade. I pride myself on delivering a full spectrum of electrician services to ensure your home functions seamlessly and safely. My team of seasoned professionals is equipped to tackle any electrical task, big or small, with the utmost precision and care.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

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

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

The average cost to install a home generator is $5,200, but total costs can range from $500 to $18,000 or more. The final price depends on several factors, including the generator's size, type, brand, fuel source, and the cost of labor and assembly. The generator's size is the most significant cost factor, as units that can power larger homes with higher energy demands cost more.

Cost breakdowns by generator type are typically as follows:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500–$2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000–$6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000–$18,000

To ensure you get the right size unit for your needs without overpaying, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes from qualified installers to find the best fit for your budget.

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