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Mohs Electric
4.7(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Saint Anthony, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Customers say: Quality work

"Mike was absolutely wonderful to work with and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to someone else! Its so nice to have an electrician that I can trust to call for future jobs."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Aquarius Home Services
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Saint Anthony, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a humidifier installed. They installed it quickly and professionally. The installer Jimmy was very helpful and even gave me a couple pointers in regards to installing a wifi thermostat. I've always had great experiences with Kath/Aquarius home services and will definitely use them again."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hero Plumbing, Heating Cooling and Electrical
4.3(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Saint Anthony, MN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed an outlet and light + switch installed for our radon system. While the cost was a bit more than we were hoping, the person that came out had it done within 2 hours and its one less thing on our to do list! I also appreciate that Hero does not charge a trip fee like one of the other companies I had come give a quote."
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Response time11 hrs
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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ElectricitYee Solutions, LLC
2.8(
2
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Saint Anthony, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Here at ElectricitYee Solutions, LLC, we are a full service electrical company. We offer high voltage, low voltage, and general handyman services for residential and commercial clients in the Twin Cities area. We pride ourselves on our customer services and ability to keep everything running on time! Call now for a free estimate.

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kilowatt Electric, LLC
4.9(
15
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Saint Anthony, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Friendly neat and professional. Prompt service to install EV charging station. Did not try to sell more service than we wanted! (Did not shop around so canâ t speak to value.)"
Panel replacement
Panel replacement
Living room lighting
Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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

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.

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. 

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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