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Storm Electric Company, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patrick was exemplary in customer relations. Prompt in scheduling and great communicator. Storm Electric stayed in contact with the gas line installer in order for the two utility groups to work in a timely manner together.They installed a whole house generator with great results. Thank you, Patrick, and Storm Electric."
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City Gym Lexington Remodel

+26

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mister Sparky by Wise Electric Control, Inc.
4.6(
293
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job but to charge a service fee to come out and charge installation fee was a little bit too much."
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Voltvault Breaker Panels
Voltvault Breaker Panels
Back-Up Generator Residential
Back-Up Generator Commercial

+13

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Power Source Electrical Services Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They have great service. We call to tell them what’s going on, they come and fix it, then they leave and send us a bill. It’s perfect."
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Tamcoat Electrical Contractors
4.3(
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"We were VERY PLEASED we hired TAMCOAT! WOW, they did an AWESOME job and we now know to call "OUR ELECTRICIAN" for any future jobs. We gave them about 6 - 7 "TO DO" items and the work was done very efficiently and quality all the way. We were VERY IMPRESSED! Thank you TAMCOAT for your fine service."
Response time10 mins
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evans Integrity Electric, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were great. But he's moved to North Carolina. They were clean, they were kind, they helped out as a matter of fact I tried to call them again and that's when I find out that they had moved to North Carolina he had sold the business."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Walker Electrical Services
5.0(
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Drew, the owner of Walker Electric was the technician that actually showed up to do the work. I had him install a ceiling exhaust fan in my bathroom. He did excellent work replacing the old one with new and didn’t do any unnecessary drywall damage. I also had Drew install under cabinet strip lighting in my kitchen that came out looking wonderful. His pricing was more than reasonable and his quality of work was top notch. I would recommend Walker Electric for any of your electrical needs and I will absolutely be using them again in the future!"
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+12

Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Mills Electric Company LLC
5.0(
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Eddie knows exactly what heâ s doing. He upgraded my electric panel, and I can now can hook up my generator without issues. I would recommend him to anyone!"
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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ALB Electric L.L.C
5.0(
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great work and excellent communication. I would recommend to anyone. Charger was installed quickly and professionally. Will hire in the future for more work. Thank you again!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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. 

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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