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All Service Professionals Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical, LLC
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Serving Grand Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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At All Service Professionals,\n\nwe understand that homeownership can sometimes throw unexpected curveballs. Whether it's a clogged drain, a dip in temperature, or a flickering light, these inconveniences don't have to last.\n\nAs your trusted home service professionals, we're here to bring peace of mind and restore your home's comfort quickly and efficiently. \n\nDon't hesitate to call!\n\nWe're here to bring peace of mind and restore your home's comfort.

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Jason Bachmann
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Serving Grand Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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Bachmann, LLC is your number one electrical expert in Verndale! Our passion and experience shine through on every job, big or small. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and building long-lasting business relationships with our clients. Call today for a free estimate!

Nelson-Collie Electric, Inc.
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Serving Grand Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1954

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Nelson-Collie Electric, Inc., is the trusted name for your electrical needs servicing the area for over 50 years! We offer electrical service, wiring and panel upgrades. Whether you have a small project that must get done quickly or a bigger project call us today to see why we come so highly recommended!

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. 

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 need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

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.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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