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Sweetwater Electric, LLC
4.4(
106
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Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sweetwater Electric installed my Generac whole house generator. Part way through the installation, we discovered a problem with the landscaping and placement of the generator. Sweetwater was patient while we worked out the issue and resumed work the day after the landscaper left. Alan and Thomas worked well together as a team and finished the installation without a problem. I would highly recommend them for your Generac, or general electrical, work. They are conscientious, hardworking, amenable and clean up after the job is complete. What more could you ask for?"
Standby generator
Floor heat inside or out
Floor heat under tile on front porch
Basement remodel
Kitchen Remodel

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12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Reliant Electric
5.0(
71
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Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very respectful, on time, and did the work professionally. Will definitely keep their card on the fridge :) We installed an external receptacle for our portable generator and a mechanical interlock for safety to prevent back feeding to the grid"
Response time1 day
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
XPower Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

XPower Electric provides professional electrical installations and upgrades across Metro Detroit. We are licensed and insured, delivering safe, code-compliant results with clean and organized installations.\n\nWe specialize in panel upgrades, service changes, EV charger installations, generator connections, lighting, and troubleshooting. Every job is handled with attention to detail and clear communication from start to finish.\n\nOur goal is simple — get it done right the first time and make the process easy for you.

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Next Generations Power, LLC
4.6(
24
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Serving Salem, 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
Zero-Point Electric, LLC
5.0(
19
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Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a new business established in 2021 that is ready to hit the ground running. While our business is new, our experience is not. We have over 16 years of experience serving the electrical industry in multiple facets. We are here to serve Metro-Detroit and its surrounding areas, focusing on all residential and commercial applications. By choosing Zero-Point Electric, you get the workmanship and integrity you expect from a large company, with the care and attentiveness of a small one.

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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A & M Engineering, LLC
4.3(
36
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Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"Just had our AC go out and Randy came to the rescue again. My system developed a leak and being 17 years old necessitated a new unit. Randy never pushed me to replace it immediately like 90% of most service would have done. He recharged it and said it would probably last a year or two, but I did not want to take a chance of it going out again with the medical condition of my wife... Having a downdraft furnace made things a lot more difficult. The new SEER ratings made the new coil larger resulting in having to take out the whole system, furnace and coil. After calling every supplier he could find, with no correct size replacement to be had, the big job began. Randy and his great helper Alex assured me that we would have air tonight even if the job was not 100% complete. This was a great relief as my wife suffers from a form of Pulmonary Fibrosis. The job did get finished the same day thankfully. If you want a great job and nice honest installers, A and M Engineering LLC should be your 1st choice. Thanks again Randy and Alex."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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. 

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.

If your home already has a grinder pump and you’re still noticing issues (like frequently clogged toilets and sinks), it could be time to upgrade your grinder pump. Start by checking your existing horsepower. If there are four or fewer people living in your home, using a 1/2-horsepower grinder pump should be sufficient. Larger households should consider investing in a 1-horsepower grinder pump to maximize wastewater removal efforts.

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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