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Universal Electric Inc
4.3(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Papillion, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The guys did a great job installing my ceiling fan. They were in and out in an hour. Would definitely recommend and use them in the future."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Triple Check Electric
4.7(
37
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Papillion, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After the passing of our mother last year, we needed our family's 1960s home upgraded from a fuse panel to a circuit breaker panel, as well as, adding several GFI outlets. Mike came promptly and did a thorough walkthrough, inside and out. He provided a fair estimate that day which we gladly accepted. A date was set and he performed all work per the estimate, on time, and installed a very organized new panel leaving a clean work site. I would highly recommend Mike for any electrical needs. He is a true professional and great guy to boot! Thanks Mike!!"
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Motor Control Center
LED Light Retrofit

+1

Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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JP Electric, Inc.
5.0(
21
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Papillion, 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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The One-Man Gang Electrical Shop
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Papillion, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was extremely professional and extremely polite, His respect to his clients was great. He was flexible and very conscientious in working with me, making sure that he was not working near the room where I was working."
Project Location: Richland, WA. Installation of a temporary power pole.
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Empire Electric Inc
5.0(
9
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Papillion, 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."
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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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Summit Electric
5.0(
4
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Serving Papillion, 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."
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Sendgraff Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
3
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving Papillion, 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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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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.

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.

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