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Storm Electric Company, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Spencer, 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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NuBlue Electric
4.7(
12
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Serving Spencer, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our tech Rob Craven did an excellent job! Very polite and professional, he installed it easily and cleaned up afterwards. Will definitely call NuBlue again for any electrical needs we may have."
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EV Charger Installation

+80

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Evans Integrity Electric, Inc.
4.7(
90
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Serving Spencer, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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It went very well.  Due to some problems with kitchen appliances not working properly due to bad circuit breakers and knowing the electrical panel is about 30 years old, I thought it was time for the  panel to be replaced and possibly upgraded. 

Matt checked the panel, determined a complete panel replacement was not needed, only replacing all circuit breakers.  Some of the installed breakers were failing.

The work was done quickly and professionally.  Matt spent time as he worked telling me what he was doing and answered my many questions.

I especially appreciated his evaluation of our electrical power needs.  Based on our electric power usage now and in the future, he said we did not need to increase the amperage of the panel. 

Since the work was done, all kitchen appliances are now working properly.


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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FatBoy Electrical Service, LLC
4.8(
35
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Serving Spencer, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Very pleased with the completion of the project done. Installer was punctual, courteous and accommodating as we had to reschedule because of the snow and ice in completing the project. Thank you"
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+5

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Candela Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Spencer, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AJ was incredible! Super knowledgeable and personalble. He walked me thru what he was doing and best practices for using space heaters and other electronics in my home. I have more work to be done and Im definitely hiring him again. You should too"
200 amp RV pedestal
200 amp RV pedestal
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200 amp RV pedestal
Outdoor kitchen with internal and external receptacles, a remote control switch to switch string lights on and off.

+1

Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MERA Electric, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Spencer, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very happy with the Tesla charger installation by MERA Electric. The electrician was professional, knowledgeable, and completed the work efficiently. Everything works perfectly, and the charger was installed exactly as discussed. Highly recommend MERA Electric, LLC"
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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.

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.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

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