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John Henry's Plumbing, Heating, Air and Electrical
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Hickman, NE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

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When we opened our doors in 1996 we had a strong commitment to customer service with the motto of "Quality at a Reasonable Cost." \n\nJohn Henry's is dedicated to building and developing a team of outstanding individuals that provide premium quality products and services while sharing a total commitment to regularly exceeding the expectation of our customers.

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JP Electric, Inc.
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Hickman, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JP Electric installed a Kohler generator for us and they did an excellent job! They were on time and on budget. The generator looks and works great and we could not be happier. HIGHLY RECOMMEND JP ELECTRIC!!!!!"
Kohler 48RCL
KOHLER 20RESD
KOHLER 20RESC
KOHLER 60KW industrial
Kohler 48RCL

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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John Henry's Plumbing, Heating, Air, and Electrical
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Hickman, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

"John Henry's did an excellent job repairing our electrical service panel. They stayed at the home until almost midnight making sure the repairs were completed correctly."
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Empire Electric Inc
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Hickman, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Empire was professional with their work, they did everything requested super quickly and with a super clean installation. I'm very happy with the result."
Union College Fieldhouse
Union College Fieldhouse
Union College Fieldhouse
Union College Fieldhouse
Union College Fieldhouse

+11

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Eickmann Electric
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Hickman, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Was very polite and helped with planning the layout. Did a very nice job installing a new breaker box for the addition and running wiring and installing switches and outlets and indoor and out door lighting. Very satisfied and would definitely recommend Marcus!"
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Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Summit Electric
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Serving Hickman, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Summit Electric does quality work. Great attention to detail. Owner is knowledgeable and was very good at explaining our options."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sendgraff Enterprises, LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving Hickman, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Scheer Electric, LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Hickman, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Scheer Electric, LLC, the leading electrical specialists serving Lincoln and the surrounding areas. With over 10 of experience in projects ranging from panel upgrades to outlet repairs, we look forward to earning your business. Call today for a free estimate!

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Echo Group, Inc.
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For BusinessPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Hickman, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

When it comes to standby generator sales and service, Echo Group Inc. has the power! With generators by Generac, Siemens, Winco, Kubota, Winpower, Tiger-power, Milbank and many others, we provide professional and affordable generator service for residential, commercial, and industrial standby, mobil, and portable units for homeowners and business owners needing the piece of mind that the convenience a generator provides. No matter what your application is, Echo Group Inc. can help. Call us today!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

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