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Avatar for Walker Electrical Service L.L.C.
Walker Electrical Service L.L.C.
4.9(
64
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Serving Hildebran, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brandon and his team did a great job installing a line for my house generator and another circuit for my bathroom. They arrived on time, excellent job and clean up. The price was fair and I would highly recommend them."
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Recommended by44%of homeowners
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Mister Sparky by Wise Electric Control, Inc.
4.6(
293
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Serving Hildebran, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This project involved the routine maintenance of a generator. All the Technicians demonstrated excellent product knowledge and attention to detail. Very pleased with the company and the service!"
14KW Generator System
Voltvault Breaker Panels
Voltvault Breaker Panels
Back-Up Generator Residential
Back-Up Generator Commercial

+13

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Stickler's Electrical Service
5.0(
22
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Serving Hildebran, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My husband and I recently had a large detached garage built in our back yard. We were having a hard time finding an electrician. We found Stickler's Electrical Service on Angi and we are very pleased that we did. Anthony Stickler is a a true professional and highly skilled at his craft. He installed all of the wiring, outlets and switches, as well as the panel. He did a phenomenal job! He is prompt, responsive, reasonable and honest! Highly recommended!!"
Lighting Before
Lighting After
Power and wiring
interior
panel

+4

Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Mills Electric Company LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Hildebran, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent customer service. Was very professional. Did work within specified time frame. Cost was very reasonable, no hidden extra costs at the end of the job. Would highly recommend this company to others."
Upstairs Dimmable lighting and fan
Upstairs Dimmable lighting and fan
Cabin fans and lighting
Cabin fans and lighting
Cabin fans and lighting

+6

Response time5 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Madrid Projects LLC
4.7(
15
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Serving Hildebran, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used this company on two separate projects. Pablo is reliable, dependable, and honest. They work was done on time and on budget, I would 100% recommend this company and will use them in future projects."
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Handymen Project

+44

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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PRIORITY ELECTRIC AND LIGHTING, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Hildebran, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

PRIORITY ELECTRIC AND LIGHTING, LLC We offer over 20 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 generator installs, wiring and panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time1 day
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Gentry Electrical Solutions LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Hildebran, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I was concerned about an impending snow man’s ice storm. My generator wouldn’t start or eun. He got it started and running right away. Excellent response time."
Living Room Upgrade
Lighting Upgrade
Lighting Replacement
Fluorescent Upgrade
Dock Lights

+12

Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
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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.

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.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

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.

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