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NuBlue Electric
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Serving Fountain, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The electrician added the circuits to the existing house panel by removing a no longer used 220 breaker. He then instructed us on how to purchase a hot tub that could use the existing 110 line to the back deck. He was very helpful and considerate of our needs."
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EV Charger Installation Services

+104

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Handy Manny Services Inc
5.0(
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Serving Fountain, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! I received 3 quotes from electricians to install recessed lighting in my home. Manny was 1/4 the cost. I was sceptical to go with the cheapest of the three especially being so much less but I'm very happy I hired Manny for the job. He was on time, courteous, professional, and did exactly what I wanted. I will hire again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Phillip Keith Davis
5.0(
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Serving Fountain, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Phillip installed my Tesla Wall Connector and knocked it out. Fair price, showed up on time, great communication, and the work was clean and professional. You can tell he does these regularly. Highly recommend."
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GeneratorTech, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Fountain, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

GeneratorTech, inc is a full service residential and small commercial standby generator systems dealer. We provide sales, installation, and service. Free in home/ business assessment of your power needs can be scheduled Monday through Saturday. We are factory trained and authorized to provide equipment and service to secure years of worry free electrical standby power for your home or small business. BBB accredited business in NC. Serving Johnston and surrounding counties. Fortress generator systems by Briggs & Stratton are the finest on the market today. Built in the USA by a 100+ year old company. Only true 10yr generator available. Reliable and Courteous local family(s) business with Bible based ethics. Local NC licensed B. B. & K Electrical partnered with GeneratorTech or use your preferred contractor to connect your main panel to generator system.

Response time3 hrs
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Viva Electric Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fountain, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Viva Electric, LLC has become a staple of professionalism and quality work electrical work for years. With many years of experience, there is no job too small or too complex for our crew. Call today to schedule an appointment!

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SubPanel

+12

Response time1 day
Certified Electrician
5.0(
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Serving Fountain, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We offer over 10 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and a variety of other jobs. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Home Depot - Generators
2.5(
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Serving Fountain, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Today, we're proud to be the world's largest home improvement retailer. In 2,300 stores across North America, we aspire to excel in service – to our customers, associates, communities and shareholders. That's what leadership means to us. That's The Home Depot difference.

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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.

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

To determine the right size generator for your house, you should calculate the total wattage of the appliances and devices you want to power during an outage. List all essential items, note their start-up wattages, and add them together.

Here are some typical wattage requirements for common appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 to 4,500 watts

  • Electric furnace: 5,000 to 25,000 watts

A 7,500-watt generator might be sufficient for essentials like a refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits. However, for high-demand items like a water heater or furnace, a whole-home generator is a better choice. A portable generator may be enough if you only need to power a few critical items.

While home square footage can offer a rough estimate, it is not always a reliable indicator. For reference, here are some typical generator sizes based on square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14 kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16 kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20 kW+

For the most accurate sizing, consult a professional who can calculate your home's peak and average power consumption and recommend the optimal generator.

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.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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