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Kidder Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
139
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Villas, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken was great to work with and I would definitely use him again and refer my friends to him. Was very knowledgeable and was fairly priced. He was also able to get me in right away for my car charger install."
Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Harris Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electrical
3.9(
51
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Villas, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Arrived right on time and reviewed all my electrical needs then went to purchase lightbulbs for me and installed three lighting units instead of just two. I am very impressed with Harris’s services."
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Response time1 day
426 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
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Hutchinson Plumbing Heating Cooling, LLC
3.9(
111
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Villas, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1948

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

If it is 2 am and your air conditioner just broke, then Hutchinson is here to help. Our company has trained Customer Service Representatives waiting to take your call, with technicians ready to fix your air conditioner 24/7. Whether you are in Gloucester County NJ or Delaware County PA, our fully-stocked repair vehicles contain all of the parts we need to get you cool again; TODAY!

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Brighter Electric Service, LLC
4.8(
26
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Villas, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"First they gave a price that was much better than the other companies I contacted. They showed up when they said they would and completed the job as well as two additional items They left the job site neat and clean. And they provided solutions to make the job easier and less expensive."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RC Heating & Air Conditioning
4.4(
40
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Villas, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"R C Heating & Air Conditioning Servicemen arrived on time on a 90 plus degree
day, removed the old system and installed the new system. They were so
quiet and cleaned up so thoroughly that I wouldn't have realized they
were here without seeing the new air conditioning system and reaping the
cool benefit. I would highly recommend R C Heating & Air Conditioning,
especially the owner Rich Crivaro, who was on site to make sure the job
went smoothly.
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Better Business Bureau
South Jersey Gas
Chamber of Commerce
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Kim's Mechanical
4.2(
9
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Villas, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We live out of state and our 2nd home is almost completely shut down but we have been getting high bills like we were living there. Called Kim's on a Sunday and they went over there the next day and diagnosed the breaker box/breakers/wires were pulling electricity. They installed new box/breakers and some wiring. Asked and they sent pictures with their work. Since it just happened and we are not there to confirm everything, it is too early to tell if this fixed the problem but we are keeping our fingers crossed and Dave was very helpful. We thought the price was kind of high, but being across the country and not knowing an electrician we could trust it was decided to get this done anyway and not waste more time shopping quotes. Based on the pictures I received, they did everything they quoted and it looks good."
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Heating & A/C Project
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Ocean city  boardwalk
Heating & A/C Project

+23

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

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. 

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.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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. 

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