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Avatar for Reliant Electric
Reliant Electric
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Southgate, 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 time10 hrs
Response rate98%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PM Technologies
3.7(
16
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Southgate, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great John the installer did a great job"
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18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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XPower Electric LLC
5.0(
6
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Southgate, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Alex was excellent. Installed a plug for a generator and interlock switch on panel. Also installed a couple outlets. Was very friendly and did a great job and is very reasonably priced. Will definitely use him again for all my electrical needs."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Next-Gen Electric CO LLC
5.0(
8
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Southgate, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installed the outlet quick and easy"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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National Electric
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install

Serving Southgate, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, Chris knew his stuff, and worked on it like it his house, safe. Thanks"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vintage Electric Service
5.0(
1
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Southgate, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business! Our team is bilingual and can assist you fluently in both English and Arabic.

Response time50 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Next Generations Power, LLC
4.6(
24
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Southgate, 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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Westborn Electric
4.4(
181
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Southgate, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Westborn Electric did a fantastic job getting our family room ready for remodeling. They added four can lights, recommending LED, which I prefer anyway. They added two outlets and changed out all the old outlets which were the wrong color and getting very old. They also ran our cable and ethernet line to an outlet. There was a bit of a mixup in that we thought they would terminate the cable and ethernet line in an outlet, but a check of the work order showed that was not ordered. The lesson I learned was to always check the details of the work order. I would not mark them down for that. My wife and I were able to install the cable and ethernet outlet ourselves after the job was finished. Overall, we are very pleased and would recommend them."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Sleiman Electric
4.6(
10
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Serving Southgate, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great professional job. The generator works great and I highly recommend them to everyone."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

With proper maintenance, a whole-house generator can last between 20 and 40 years. The specific lifespan depends on how often and for how long the generator is used, and some models may have their life expectancy rated in hours of operation. To maximize its lifespan, expect to spend around $150 to $300 per year for annual maintenance checks from a qualified technician. During these checks, a technician will inspect the engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels. Consulting your installer and choosing a low-impact fuel like natural gas or diesel can also help ensure your generator lasts as long as possible.

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.

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