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Cardinal Electric & Communications Inc
4.9(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner communicated with me quickly and sent two techs out to install my ring video doorbell and I’m happy with the work. I will hire them again soon to install a ceiling light fixture and some cafe patio lights."
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Big or small we do it all

+153

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Burlington
5.0(
13
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Whether you need electrical services for your Alamance County business or home, Mr. Electric of Burlington has the perfect solution. You can trust our expert electricians to save your Burlington, Graham, and Elon area homes and businesses plenty of money. From installation to upgrades, we do it all. Contact Mr. Electric to make your life easier and your pockets fuller. We take pride in serving local businesses and neighbors.

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+27

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Allred Electric Company, LLC
4.4(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I was pleased with the work done by Allred Electrical. The process of removing my old fuse box, installing a new panel, having the town inspector come out, and the electric company coming out to remove the old outside box took longer than expected. Allred was short handed because an employee was out due to illness but they have no control over the town inspector's nor Duke Energy's schedules. Even though the process from start to finish took a little longer than expected I was only without power for part of one day by they came back on a Sunday to check on something I thought was a problem. The only problems I can think of were the fact that I couldn't get a detailed invoice prior to the job of what was to be done with a cost break down and I'm waiting for them to come back to add outlets. So I will update this review once the full job is complete."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Electric of Greensboro
5.0(
12
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great service! Our technician even did a free inspection of our home to make sure there weren't any other issues. He explained things in a clear concise manner and was super friendly and professional."
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+15

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Electrical Service Providers, Inc.
3.2(
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Just had a home generator installed. I can't say enough good things about them. They were professional, courteous, friendly, and punctual. But most importantly they did an excellent job of installing my generator. I highly recommend them!!"
Response time7 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Dr Sparky LLC
4.8(
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Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Great experience with Dr. Sparky Electrical Service. Angel was our electrician, and he was knowledgeable, professional, and thorough. He took the time to diagnose the issue and clearly explain what was causing the problem and what needed to be done to fix it. The service was reasonably priced, and I appreciated the communication throughout the process. I would definitely recommend Dr. Sparky and Angel for anyone needing electrical work."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Eanes Heating and Air
3.9(
24
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were on time, polite and efficient. They explained what they were doing every step of the way. Totally satisfied with everything Eanes has done for me over the last 2 weeks."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

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.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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