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Jernigan Electrical Service Company
4.2(
13
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jernigan Electrical installed an emergency generator for me. Scott Jernigan and his crew did a great job. The worked with me to meet the best schedule possible (given hurricane Florence and delayed gas company hookup) and got it done. Scott and his crew were also very cordial and professional. I would hire them again for any electrical problems."
Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Golden Group Electric LLC
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Golden Group Electric LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

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Genco Electric
4.8(
4
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

"We could not be more happy with the service we received from Sam. He added electricity to our 12 x 24 foot shed that we had built in our back yard. He ran electrical lines from our breaker box to the back yard. He installed fluorescent lights and outlets inside our shed and an exterior light to meet code. From the time that I initially contacted him for a quote to the follow-up call we received after he was done, everything was done completely professional and to code. We had received a couple quotes from other electricians and none of them mentioned doing work to code. Sam ensured that we had a zoning permit and that was very reassuring because that meant we knew everything was going to be done by the book. The end project was way above my expectations and we got exactly everything that we wanted, plus the county passed our permit."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GeneratorTech, Inc.
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

GeneratorTech, inc is a full service residential and small commercial standby generator systems dealer. We provide sales, installation, and service. Free in home/ business assessment of your power needs can be scheduled Monday through Saturday. We are factory trained and authorized to provide equipment and service to secure years of worry free electrical standby power for your home or small business. BBB accredited business in NC. Serving Johnston and surrounding counties. Fortress generator systems by Briggs & Stratton are the finest on the market today. Built in the USA by a 100+ year old company. Only true 10yr generator available. Reliable and Courteous local family(s) business with Bible based ethics. Local NC licensed B. B. & K Electrical partnered with GeneratorTech or use your preferred contractor to connect your main panel to generator system.

Response time3 hrs
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Managed Generator Services
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Managed Generator Services 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.\n\n\n

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

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