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Avatar for Bear Electrical Services, LLC
Bear Electrical Services, LLC
4.8(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Garner, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great Service and communications. John was a pleasure to work. He contacted me immediately and they arrived ahead of scheduled time and date I chose. I highly recommend them. JD was the team member that performed the work. JD installed 3 keyless light fixtures and a Transformer for our Ring Door Bell. JD was very nice to work with, very professional and cleaned up the work area."
20 kw briggs and stratton generator
20 kw briggs and stratton generator
20 kw briggs and stratton generator
20 Kw Briggs and Stratton Generator
20 KW Briggs And Stratton generatior

+40

Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
4.8(
674
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair+3 more

Serving Garner, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Originally I had them come out to look because my downstairs A/C system was cooling sporadically. The technician was really friendly, polite and informed me that it would be $1500 to replace the variable motor b/c it was completely done. My system is just now at 10 years old. I decided to compare the cost of getting a new unit which I ended up doing. I got different estimates but Andy gave me the best deal for the best unit out of all the estimates. Install went great, the technicians were very polite, professional and my house is cooling again."
cooling
 heating
 air conditioning
 air conditioning
Response time1 day
190 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Streamline Services, Inc
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Garner, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My prior water heater, a 50-gallon tank, started leaking after 15 years. I called Streamline to confirm that it needed replacement, and to replace it. I was considering a tankless water heater already, and the first tech walked me through the pros and cons, then wrote up an estimate. Two additional techs came the next day to install the heater and the necessary gas and power lines. The only issue I had was that one of the newly installed gas fittings leaked gas into the basement. I shut off the supply valve and called Streamline, and they came out within half an hour to fix it at their expense. Mistakes happen, and I was impressed with how professionally they corrected that one."
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Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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The Electric Solution
4.6(
7
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Garner, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At The Electric Solution, we specialize in providing cutting-edge electrical solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to sustainability, safety, and efficiency.\nOur team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service and expertise in all areas of electrical systems, from design and installation to maintenance and upgrades. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, ensuring that we fully understand and address the unique requirements of each project.

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Response time12 hrs
Response rate88%
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The Electric Solution
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Garner, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

At The Electric Solution, we specialize in providing cutting-edge electrical solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to sustainability, safety, and efficiency.\nOur team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service and expertise in all areas of electrical systems, from design and installation to maintenance and upgrades. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, ensuring that we fully understand and address the unique requirements of each project.

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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.

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

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

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