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Electrician Near Me LLC
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Wolverine Lake, MI and surrounding areas

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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."
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Wholehouse Generator
New Panel
New construction
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Byers Electric Service Team
5.0(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Wolverine Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"My service panel went out and Nathan and Coltin came right over. Replaced it and brought everything up to code. They were friendly, professional and cleaned up. Would you use them again. Thanks!"
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
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AJ Hunt Electric
5.0(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Wolverine Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We offer over 22 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take pride in offering quality electrical work with attention to detail. We are committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on, and look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time11 hrs
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

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

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.

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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