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Underdog Electric LLC
5.0(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Rutherfordton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"James is the FIRST electrician to respond to our numerous attempts to secure an electrician since we moved here 5 years ago! His knowledge and flawless customer service have guaranteed him to be our ONLY electrician. He diagnosed and repaired what he was asked to and even took it a step further! WELL DONE JAMES!"
Porch receptacles
Porch receptacles
Porch receptacles
Temp poles
Temp poles

+131

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Surface Bella, LLC
3.9(
76
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Rutherfordton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quite honestly, this was not the lowest cost proposal I received for this project. If it wasn't for Ron I would have awarded the work to someone else. But Ron convinced me that there was a price for quality, and that I could trust them to deliver. I made the RIGHT decision. The installation is beautiful. Better than the original roof. When they arrived, they worked non-stop. When the project was complete, they cleaned up better than it was when they arrived. There was never a question on what was included in the price, and the workmanship is exquisite. big 5 stars."
Dangerous steps
Previous deck boards
New Step stringer
New Zuri Deck Boards
New steps completed

+46

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
165 neighbors recently requested a quote
Techmastr Services
4.8(
5
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Generator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Rutherfordton, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Will was great!! He came to my house and discussed the job with me. He had great ideas that I had not thought about. His estimate was very good and he totaly walked me through the whol process. He and his workers were very professional, and friendly. I will definently use them again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Timco Solutions LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Rutherfordton, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Timco- Powering Your Success with Reliable Electrical Solutions At Timco Solutions, we specialize in providing high-quality electrical services to both residential and commercial clients. With years of experience in the industry, our team of certified electricians is dedicated to delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective solutions tailored to meet your unique needs. From simple repairs to complex installations, we are equipped to handle a wide range of electrical projects, ensuring that your systems are always running smoothly. Our commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction, and timely service makes us the trusted choice for all your electrical requirements.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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. 

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

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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