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Aquarius Home Services
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Lake Elmo, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installed a new furnace for us during the winter when we needed it the most. They were able to install it 2 days after we asked for them to service our old existing furnace in which they showed us why it needed to be replaced. Quick and clean instillation with two knowledgeable and friendly employees."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Miller Clark Electric, LLC
4.8(
35
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Lake Elmo, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Project was to install a ceiling fan. The response to my initial request was very quick and job was accepted right away. They were on time and able to do this installation quickly without a problem I would hire them again - absolutely!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Kingsmen Electric LLC
5.0(
6
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Lake Elmo, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Kingsmen Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n\n$100 service charge

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Robinhood Electric, LLC
5.0(
10
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Lake Elmo, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Robinhood Electric, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Kitchen lighting update
Electric car charger
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Titletransformer

+12

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Service Today!
3.7(
674
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Lake Elmo, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My house is 30 years, and the work was to involve modifications to the main electrical service panel. This company's approach is to first have the homeowner agree to any one of 3 charges for an electrical evaluation of the panel and several circuits; the 3 offered charges would include either 1, 2, or 3 fixes, one fix per circuit. I chose the one-fix option. Unfortunately, the one "fix" that was performed (a new AFCI installed in an outlet) did not actually fix the issue in that circuit (an excessive voltage drop). Although I did not receive a "fix" per se, at least that outlet and all downstream outlets on that circuit are now arc fault protected. I give this company a 5-star rating because I felt confident that they (initially a technician and then a supervisor) were honest, competent, took the time to educate me on the issues and answer my questions, left me with a fairly detailed report (the evaluation), and did not use high-pressure tactics. Nevertheless, the 5 price quotes I received for different levels of work and repair were truly shocking (no pun intended). In my case, I will either get other quotes from different companies, abandon the project I had in mind due to the high cost, or may choose an entirely different approach."
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Response time10 mins
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

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