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Avatar for M.R. Stoner Electric, Inc.
M.R. Stoner Electric, Inc.
4.7(
194
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The initial install was aesthetically “off”. They came back and fixed it."
Lighting Insallation
Plan 604
M.R. Stoner Electric Staff
Plan 600
Light Installation

+25

Response time10 hrs
132 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Great Power Solutions LLC
5.0(
19
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We remodeled our home and needed assistance in installing our tankless boiler. He came and installed it right away and did a great job. I highly recommend him and will definitely use him again."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cain Electric Solutions, LLC
4.9(
26
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The charge for installing a smoke detector at 150.00 I think was very high but, it was something that had to be done, so I had them take care of it."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC.
4.5(
383
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1951

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I called in the morning and Chris came out in the afternoon, when I was available. He explained and showed me what the problem was. He didn't have a new water heater on his truck so Tim came about 45 mins. to bring one. Installation was fast and Chris was very professional. They will be the first ones I call if I have any other issues."
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After
New Electric Box
New Electric Box
Power Line Install

+2

Response time6 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Legacy Electrical
5.0(
10
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

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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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Maintenance Pros
4.9(
154
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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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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

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.

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

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. 

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.

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

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