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FatBoy Electrical Service, LLC
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Emerald Isle, 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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28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Jacksonville NC
4.7(
15
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Emerald Isle, 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
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Lassiter's Electric, Inc.
4.8(
29
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Service was excellent, above and beyond expectations. The fan I had purchased did not have the appropriate attachment for our highly sloped ceiling, so Mr. Lassiter located and purchased the necessary kit and completed the work that same afternoon. I will definitely hire him for future work."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Amperage Electrical / Handyman Services NC
4.4(
14
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For BusinessPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

""I recently had Electric Working come out to service my generator, and I couldn't be happier with the service I received! From the initial call to the completion of the job, their professionalism and expertise were evident. The technician was punctual, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain the issue and the repair process clearly. The work was done efficiently, and my generator is now running perfectly. I highly recommend Electric Working for any electrical needs – their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is truly outstanding!""
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
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Phillip Keith Davis
5.0(
4
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Emerald Isle, 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

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.

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.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

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.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

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