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Avatar for Bear Electrical Services, LLC
Bear Electrical Services, LLC
4.8(
93
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Princeton, 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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%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 Princeton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Promptly replied to my request and showed up on time. Issue was remedied in a short amount of time."
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Fan Install day
Additional Photos
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Generator Solutions, LLC
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Princeton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"This company is great for servicing and repairing generators. I would recommend them."
Portable Generator
Repair Fixed Generator
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J. Stewart Cleaning Services
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Princeton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"He did an excellent job cleaning. He was on time, worked hard, and was available when we needed him. I would hire him again. I highly recommend Jayson."
Kitchen equipment
Epoxy floors
Lululemon bathroom
Lululemon bathroom
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Heil Electric Co
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Princeton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

40 years experience. Licensed and Insured. Licensed since 1992 and have ran an electrical business full time and/ or part time during those years.I have completed whole house wiring, additions,panel upgrades,trouble shooting faulty circuits residential and commercial experience. Lighting additions and change outs. Add dedicated receptacle circuits. Breaker change outs.installed ev chargers, Generator panels. Wiring of hvac equipment, water heaters installation of communication and data cabling.\n\nCurrently work in the areas of Creedmoor, Butner, Timberlake, Rougemont,Raleigh, Wake Forest, Henderson and Durham NC\n\nAttentiveness to a quality and neat installation. Take pride in all my work and give a quality customer service by paying attention to the customer and giving different options for their choosing and being polite and willingness to answer questions during installation. Since I am licensed I am required to take 8 hours a year continuing education and try to stay current on code

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BWM Electrical Services
4.7(
71
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Princeton, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ellen was friendly prompt courteous and totally professional did announce standing job. I'm a stickler for details and he was all over it down to even setting the direction of the lights on a track light I had installed he even did some additional work at no additional charge. I would recommend him any day of the week and you should try him you will not be disappointed!"
Foyer Chandelier
Lighting Install
Receptacle Install
Accent Lighting
Metal Building Project

+7

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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BWM Electrical Services
4.8(
57
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Princeton, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gary came to install a pendant light for us. He did an absolutely amazing job. Highly highly recommend BWM Electrical."
Foyer Chandelier
Lighting
New Receptacle
Crocs Shoes Accent lighting
Metal building

+8

Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Bitting Electric, Inc.
3.8(
30
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Princeton, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everyone was great. Wayne did a timely estimate and was a great contact for questions. Electric crew and plumbing crew was great changing my electric panel and breakers, running the natural gas line and installing generator. Top notch!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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.

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.

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

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