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Great Power Solutions LLC
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"We remodeled our home and needed assistance in installing our tankless boiler. He came and installed it right away and did a great job. I highly recommend him and will definitely use him again."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bear Electrical Services, LLC
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

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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

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Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Streamline Services, Inc
4.7(
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My prior water heater, a 50-gallon tank, started leaking after 15 years. I called Streamline to confirm that it needed replacement, and to replace it. I was considering a tankless water heater already, and the first tech walked me through the pros and cons, then wrote up an estimate. Two additional techs came the next day to install the heater and the necessary gas and power lines. The only issue I had was that one of the newly installed gas fittings leaked gas into the basement. I shut off the supply valve and called Streamline, and they came out within half an hour to fix it at their expense. Mistakes happen, and I was impressed with how professionally they corrected that one."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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The Electric Solution
4.6(
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Serving Wake Forest, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At The Electric Solution, we specialize in providing cutting-edge electrical solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to sustainability, safety, and efficiency.\nOur team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional service and expertise in all areas of electrical systems, from design and installation to maintenance and upgrades. We pride ourselves on our customer-centric approach, ensuring that we fully understand and address the unique requirements of each project.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

Many services include assembling the unit and securing it in the window. Confirm with your provider.

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

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