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Mister Sparky of Myrtle Beach
4.6(
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Serving Shallotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nikolai and Kevin with Gavin have all worked on our home in the Hemingway area of Georgetown County. We have had the panels inside/outside replaced, an outlet replaced, range and microwave rewired, a home and AC surge protector installed, re-routing of outlets to separate circuits that were constantly being overloaded, they are coming out again this coming Thursday of June 2026 and we still have more in the future as we save our funds in preparation. All the electricians have been professional, polite and thorough. I had some detailed questions at one point since we are having so much done to our house and new garage and they have answered them without fail. I would not have anyone else do the work. Thank you to Nikolai, Kevin and Gavin (team), Bobbie and Robert."
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Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Brigham And Speight Electrical Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Shallotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With over 60 years of experience, Brigham and Speight Electrical is who you need to take care of your home. They will handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. They will always treat your property as they would treat your own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy they will make the whole process seem. Give them a call today. They are looking forward to working with you!

Boat lift motor
Boat lift motor
Boat lift motor
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OSS General Contractor LLC
New to Angi

Serving Shallotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

OSS General Contractor INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

Split Heat Pump
Diagnostic
Propane Heater
Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Downtown Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Shallotte, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sharp, very professional and personable. He came out within hours of my calling and did the repair quickly. Really know generators. I highly recommend him."
Rivian Car Charger
Rivian Car Charger
Tesla Car charger
Sub panel
Basement Outlet added

+8

Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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 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.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

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