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Mr. Electric
4.5(
42
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Richmond, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

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
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Electrician Near Me LLC
5.0(
15
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Richmond, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Andrew came to our house between Ann Arbor and Plymouth at 8 PM on Tuesday when a storm caused an electrical outage. We had a generator but we're only getting partial power in the house. Andrew ran tests inside the house, determining that not enough power was coming into the house. He then started testing different areas of the generator until he found the part not working. Once he located the problem, he quickly fixed it. Because he didn't give up on me or my problem, he restored electricity, saving me hundreds from food spoilage in a refrigerator and freezer. I don't think most electricians would have stuck with the problem or been able or willing to fix the generator. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would."
Service panels
Wholehouse Generator
New Panel
New construction
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PM Technologies
3.7(
16
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Richmond, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

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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22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Jag-Wire Electric
4.9(
33
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Richmond, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CJ did an excellent job with installing new wiring from my house to my detached garage. He communicated with me every step of the way to ensure it was a good time for him to come over and work it. The wiring looks great and he put all plugs and switches exactly where we wanted them. Also did an excellent job of picking out some of the light fixtures and installing them."
Port Huron Barn
Port Huron Barn
Port Huron Barn
Port Huron Barn
Port Huron Barn

+4

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Oak Electric Service Inc
4.5(
266
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Richmond, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew from Oak Electric, just installed my generator. They did a great job. Prompt, hard working, professional, cleaned up. Great work, great guys."
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+58

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Next Generations Power, LLC
4.6(
24
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Richmond, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Don was very pleasant to work with. He did forget to call me about when he would pick up the generator. But with the price and speed and workmanship made up for it."
Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Metro Electric Engineering Technologies Company
4.6(
212
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Richmond, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Highly recommend! Everything was as expected, good price, good people, and a the best installation of a whole house generator the inspectors from my city had ever seen. Rick and Alex (I think) were excellent, and the generator worked perfectly two weeks after install when my power went out on Christmas Eve!!!"
20KW Generac Generator
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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CRElectrical LLC
4.5(
16
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Richmond, MI and surrounding areas

Providing electrical services for over 20 years in residential and commercial. Generator installs from Kohler to Generac for your home or commercial settings. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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T.M.A. Electric
4.5(
59
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Richmond, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim is super. I had a slight problem with the generator, he drove an hour in a rain storm to get me up and going. Class act"
Home Standby Power with Geo-Therm heat (Cummins)
Cummins 25 kw
Generac 2 meter install
Transfer switch after completed
Adding a 200 Amp Automatic Transfer Switch

+4

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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. 

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.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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