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Town & Country Electric
4.9(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Gardiner, MT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With more than 45 years of experience, Town & Country Electric is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!\n

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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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BK Electric
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Gardiner, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Working with Brandon was amazing, he was incredibly prompt and professional with the small electrical issue I was having. I would highly recommend this company to any homeowner that feels just a little bit out of their depth."
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Response time20 mins
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Big Sky Power and Solar
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Gardiner, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"They were very professional and reasonable, and they did an excellent job."
200-amp Panel Upgrade
Living Quarter Addition
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

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.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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