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TMT Electric, LLC
4.9(
57
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Fort Bragg, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Highly recommended, prompt, courteous, professional and personable. Did great work diagnosing my defective circuit. I am having them back to install a couple of ceiling fans."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Chris Edge Electric, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Fort Bragg, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Chris showed up as requested and completed the install of a 220 service on the side of my garage in preparation of installation of a heat pump. He and his assistant had to crawl through the attic and cut a new entryway over the garage in order to run the electric lines from one end of the house to the other. All the lines were secured to that insulation and drywall will cover them up. The outside looks neat. I would hire again. Not sure how his prices compare to others."
Generac 50kw
Generac 50kw 3 phase
Generac 48kw
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%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 Fort Bragg, 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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cape Fear Electrical Services, Inc.
4.2(
55
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Fort Bragg, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were AWESOME. I received 4 quotes Cape Fear came in the lowest with exactly what I wanted, Shane was the salesmen we talked more about the days events then the actual project. When he left he felt like an old friend. He Emailed me my quote and came in $2000,00 less then the other guys with a Trane high efficiency (96% 2 stage furnace and new A/C Unit) the other quotes I got was for a single stage 80% plus ac for more money. The Installer Joe and his crew were great. he took time to answer my questions and ran a new return line from the floor and put it in the ceiling, I definitely got my moneys worth. DO NOT HESITATE TO HIRE THEM!!!!!"
Adcox Job
Response time1 day
74 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

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.

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