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Walker Electrical Service L.L.C.
4.9(
65
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Troutman, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brandon and his team did a great job installing a line for my house generator and another circuit for my bathroom. They arrived on time, excellent job and clean up. The price was fair and I would highly recommend them."
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by43%of homeowners
Powerhouse Electric & Generators
4.8(
16
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Troutman, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Powerhouse Electric & Generators! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!\n

Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Power Source Electrical Services Inc.
4.3(
8
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Troutman, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was extremely pleased since the other companies said several other things were wrong with the unit and what Scott said we found to be accurate. He had the unit running in less than 2 minutes and he explained how to get the unit running again if it happened again. I was extremely pleased with him and have referred him to several other friends. He actually approached the problem instead of a proposing big sales pitch."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evans Integrity Electric, Inc.
4.7(
90
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Troutman, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were great. But he's moved to North Carolina. They were clean, they were kind, they helped out as a matter of fact I tried to call them again and that's when I find out that they had moved to North Carolina he had sold the business."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Smart Power Source, Inc.
4.6(
11
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Troutman, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had been reaching out to other vendors and had a hard time getting a call back. Jason got back to me quickly and answered every question and concernI had about generators and installation. His crew were nice, quick and tidy! Well organized and detailed work! Thank you!"
Response time10 mins
Response rate88%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

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.

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.

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