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Murden Electric
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Andrews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and Jason were wonderful! They are the first company that actually contacted us, showed up and completed the work efficiently and professionally! They had to remove and rewire the work someone previously did that was unsafe and not working! We now feel that our home is safe! Thank you! We highly recommend Murden Electric and will only use them in the future!"
Industrial Fan
Panel Upgrade
Panel Upgrade
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jovan's Mobile Lube
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Andrews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I called Jovan's Mobile Lube after doing a google search for a mechanic. He was very courteous on the phone and gave me a g
\reat quote to check and then replace my brakes. Jovan scheduled me in for the next day. He came to my home on my day off, which was very convenient. If you want to job done right, fast, and affordable I highly recommend Jovan's Mobile Lube. he is now my #1 mechanic!
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Sweetwater Electric
New to Angi
Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Andrews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Welcome To Sweetwater Electric! Quality starts with your electrical installation and extends to customer service. Ensuring you are satisfied is of the highest priority to me! I offer residential and commercial services in Cherokee, Clay and Macon Counties in North Carolina. I look forward to having an opportunity to help you with your electrical needs and am confident that you will see why my customers appreciate Sweetwater Electric! \n\n

Tri State Maintenance
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Andrews, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Local, dependable, punctual electrician to assist with any project with over 30yrs Industrial / Commercial / Residential applications. Exterior / Interior lighting upgrade, panel upgrade, additional circuits to new locations. We can handle it all. We have scissor lifts to reach up to 38ft working height!! Seeking an opportunity to be your new favorite electrician

McDonald Electric
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Andrews, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

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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.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

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