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Avatar for Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC.
Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC.
4.5(
383
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1951

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Both installers were very polite and citrus. After installing my unit they explained in fine detail how everything worked. Great workers and completed the work fast. I would recommend Blanton's Heating and Air to all my friends and I hope they get the same workers that installed my system. Great Job."
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Response time6 hrs
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Legacy Electrical
5.0(
10
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Fixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - RepairFixed Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Legacy Electrical is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time3 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Maintenance Pros
4.9(
154
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Freddie. He repaired an existing whole-house Generac generator and was always good with his follow-through. In fact, I am getting ready to move and am thinking seriously of having him install another generator in my new townhouse."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bitting Electric, Inc.
3.8(
30
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everyone was great. Wayne did a timely estimate and was a great contact for questions. Electric crew and plumbing crew was great changing my electric panel and breakers, running the natural gas line and installing generator. Top notch!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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.

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