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Avatar for Storm Electric Company, Inc.
Storm Electric Company, Inc.
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The electricians from Storm Electric did an excellent job installing a manual transfer switch for my portable generator. They were punctual, professional in their workmanship and very willing to take the time to answer any questions I had. I would recommend Storm to friends and would definitely use them again."
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Generator Install
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City Gym Lexington Remodel

+26

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Cardinal Electric & Communications Inc
4.9(
62
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner communicated with me quickly and sent two techs out to install my ring video doorbell and I’m happy with the work. I will hire them again soon to install a ceiling light fixture and some cafe patio lights."
Rockingham w/ Guest Home
DD w/ DriveThru
Northern Shores Pt
Primary Bath
Big or small we do it all

+147

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Mills Electric Company LLC
5.0(
8
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Installed a security doorbell. Great service, clean work, great prices!"
Upstairs Dimmable lighting and fan
Upstairs Dimmable lighting and fan
Cabin fans and lighting
Cabin fans and lighting
Cabin fans and lighting

+6

Response time5 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Lee Electrical Services
4.4(
14
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Drew added new breakers and a generator interlock kit along with a generator input box. Prompt and professional sevice at a great price. Excellent job!"
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Eanes Heating and Air
3.8(
22
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Service was great!!! Even after they installed it, They still kept in contact"
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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The Plumbing & Air Service Company
3.8(
15
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"The installer was confident and skilled."
111 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
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Hawley Air Heating, Cooling, Electrical
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Hawley Air is your full-service residential and commercial heating and air conditioning service company that also specializes in air quality products and services.\n\nWe are fully licensed, bonded, and insured to provide our Piedmont Triad customers with services relating to furnaces, heating, and air conditioning. Our heating and air conditioning service company offers sales, installation, and repair for any number of heating systems, cooling systems, air quality units, and parts.

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Response time5 hrs
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JReyes Ent.
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hey i’m Jadon, i’ve been doing electrical work for 5 years and love getting new experience and perfecting my craft. I specialize in small commercial and residential, but I also have years experience in big commercial and industrial. I am employed with an electrical company, but like getting more experience with side work. I’ve worked all around NC and I live near Greensboro, so I don’t mind traveling an hour or 2 out. I work on panels, and put them in/wire them, underground, receptacles and lights, home appliances, remodels, electrical demo, and much more. I take pride in my work and always want my customers happy. I would never accept a job I don’t believe I could finish to my absolute best ability. Thank you and I look forward to doing great work for you!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

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.

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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