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Mr. Electric of Jacksonville
5.0(
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Serving Atlantic Beach, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent father and son team replaced old smoke alarms throughout the house and hard wired them with zero damage to ceilings. They showed me how the alarms will work for good peace of mind. Also fixed wiring to my backyard outdoor lights and got them up and functioning again. Great work on both projects!"
Recent Panel Upgrade
Generac Whole Home Installation
Panel Upgrade with Portable Generator Interlock
Generac Whole Home Install
Federal Pacific Panel Upgrade

+19

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Mr. Electric of Jacksonville NC
4.7(
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Serving Atlantic Beach, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Awesome experience. Very professional. Will hire them again for some other electrical needs."
Champion Whole Home Generator Install
Generac Whole Home Install
After
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Chevrolet Charger

+2

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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AmpTech, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Atlantic Beach, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They changed out our breaker panel & replaced a circuit. They came & did a great job. Professional & quick. Very open & informative about what they were doing as they worked. Great price in addition to everything else!"
commercial lighting
dock subpanel
residential garage flood lights
deck fan and lighting
deck fan and lighting (night)

+8

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Genco Electric
4.8(
4
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Serving Atlantic Beach, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

"We could not be more happy with the service we received from Sam. He added electricity to our 12 x 24 foot shed that we had built in our back yard. He ran electrical lines from our breaker box to the back yard. He installed fluorescent lights and outlets inside our shed and an exterior light to meet code. From the time that I initially contacted him for a quote to the follow-up call we received after he was done, everything was done completely professional and to code. We had received a couple quotes from other electricians and none of them mentioned doing work to code. Sam ensured that we had a zoning permit and that was very reassuring because that meant we knew everything was going to be done by the book. The end project was way above my expectations and we got exactly everything that we wanted, plus the county passed our permit."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Phillip Keith Davis
5.0(
4
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Serving Atlantic Beach, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Phillip installed my Tesla Wall Connector and knocked it out. Fair price, showed up on time, great communication, and the work was clean and professional. You can tell he does these regularly. Highly recommend."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

With proper maintenance, a whole-house generator can last between 20 and 40 years. The specific lifespan depends on how often and for how long the generator is used, and some models may have their life expectancy rated in hours of operation. To maximize its lifespan, expect to spend around $150 to $300 per year for annual maintenance checks from a qualified technician. During these checks, a technician will inspect the engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels. Consulting your installer and choosing a low-impact fuel like natural gas or diesel can also help ensure your generator lasts as long as possible.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

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. 

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