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Anderson Water & Power
4.4(
618
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Alfred, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We really like the professional job done by Paul, James III and Nate, they answered all our questions and explained everything to our understanding. They are no doubt well-trained in their field and dedicated to the reputation of the company. Kudos to our saleperson Tom, who also happens to be the president. We had on-location visits from 3 companies to have a whole-house generator installed and no doubt picked the best company."
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Cummins
Cummins Install
Cummins
Transfer switch Cummins

+62

Response time2 days
186 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.
4.3(
12
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Alfred, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were fantastic! They were polite, fast, organized, good clean up, and explained everything. The quality of the generator looks durable, and could last longer. They are the only company who told me that the generator needed to be serviced for every 2 years instead of every year. They also installed it on a stoned pad instead of a concrete which saved me a lot of money. The piping inside of the house was a flexible steel coil. They also do service calls."
Completed installation of a Cummins Home generator.
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+4

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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KWD Electric Inc
4.5(
46
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Alfred, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are so pleased with the work that KWD Electric did for us. We will always use them after this experience. Ken was so nice, prompt and he squeezed us in on a busy Saturday. He knew exactly how to fix our problem and had the job finished quickly and reasonably. We have light again!"
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+15

Recommended by97%of homeowners
McMichael Electrical Contractors, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Alfred, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

At McMichael Electrical Contractors, Inc., we pride ourselves on providing quality service that our customers can believe in! Whether it is panel upgrades, service work, or generator installations, we can take care of all of your electrical needs! We service Keuka Park and the surrounding areas! \n

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Anderson Water Systems Inc
3.1(
30
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Alfred, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Were very happy with the installation because immediately when the power goes out. The generator turns on and the problem is solved. It was the lowest bid we had so we took it and actually were very happy with the company's efforts. We bought the generator and had it installed for a great price. They offer a great yearly service plan too."
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Curt Mcrae Electric
0.5(
1
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Generator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Alfred, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

With over 30 years of experience serving New York, Mcrae Electrical is your solution for all your electrical needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

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. 

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

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