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Bear Electrical Services, LLC
4.8(
93
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Beaufort, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"John should change the name to Top Notch Electrical Services because everything was just that. I had a whole home generator installed, he's very professional and I would highly recommend him."
20 kw briggs and stratton generator
20 kw briggs and stratton generator
20 kw briggs and stratton generator
20 Kw Briggs and Stratton Generator
20 KW Briggs And Stratton generatior

+40

Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FatBoy Electrical Service, LLC
4.8(
35
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Beaufort, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I had them replace an old chandelier. The installation went well. I caution others that their job quoting can be improved. The quote they provided was for 1.5 hours of labor. Based on other quotes, I knew the installation should take about 1 hour. The installation took 1 hour. However, I got charged 1 hour for 3 workers."
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+5

23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Jacksonville NC
4.7(
15
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Beaufort, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great to work with, kept me informed during the whole process and made sure to take care of my property they were working in the best they could. I would hire them again if the need arises for an electrician."
Champion Whole Home Generator Install
Generac Whole Home Install
After
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+2

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Phillip Keith Davis
5.0(
4
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Beaufort, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"He received the notice early on Saturday morning and called within an hour. He was at my house to get the estimate done an hour after that. We agreed to have the install done the following Friday to give him time to get the permits done. He and his son we exactly on time and the price was actually lower than I anticipated. A totally professional job. This guy is on my list for my next electrical job."
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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.

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. 

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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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