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S & S Electric of NY, LLC
5.0(
141
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very responsive and easy to work with. High quality work, has extensive electrical experience. Also provided and installed whole house back up generator."
New 200 amp electrical service panel
Existing 100 amp electrical service meter & pa
Exiting 2 meter, 2 panel electrical service
New 2 family, 2 panel circuit breaker service
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Evolution Power and Development
4.8(
26
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Jesse completed the electrical work for our new above ground pool and also replaced our electrical panel. He was professional, timely and very reasonably priced. We will use him for all future electrical work at our home."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CHIEF ELECTRIC LLC
5.0(
20
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job installing our 120V outdoor generator outlet! The weatherproof box is securely mounted, ran the conduit neatly, and clearly labelled for emergency use. I truly appreciate the quick turnaround time and how efficient you got everything set up and tested. Highly recommend for any fast reliable electrical work!"
CHIEF ELECTRIC LLC
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Troy Generator Service
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Troy Generator Service LLC 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. 21 years experience.

Response time20 mins
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Advanced Power, LLC
4.8(
38
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What a great person to deal with he took time out of his busy schedule to just to take a look at my generator. Then while taking a look he automatically seen a few problems and fixed them right away. Would hire him in a heartbeat for future problems"
Generac 16kW
Generac 22kW
Generac Residential Installation
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Affordable Electric
4.6(
63
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Reasonable, does really good job. Will call if there is a hold up on time of arrival. Answered questions and is willing to work with people."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Comalli Electric Inc
4.4(
34
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Well but old house complicated the work and not all work could be completed without major upgrading."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hometown Electrical, LLC
5.0(
17
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich was very knowledgeable and professional, and pleasant to work with. He completed several projects for me- installed an outdoor floodlight, several indoor recessed lights, and an indoor light fixture. His fee was extremely reasonable, and his work is excellent. I could not be happier with the results. I will definitely be contacting him for any future electrical projects, and will be sharing his info with friends as well"
Old 100A panel
New 200A panel
Properly labeled cover
Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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. 

Homeowners can often access federal tax credits, such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which covers a percentage of installation costs. Many states and utilities offer additional rebates, grants, or performance-based incentives. These programs can significantly lower your upfront investment. Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) or contact your local energy office for current offers.

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. 

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

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