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Avatar for Spirelli Electric Inc
Spirelli Electric Inc
4.9(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Repair+4 more

Serving Bedford, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our electrician, Jeff Uffer, repaired the sockets and the switch and went over the rest of the job with us. He scheduled a second visit to complete the installations because we had not ordered all of the correct detectors for the job."
New recessed lighting
New electric baseboard heat
New lighting in closet
Replacement of switches and outlets
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tri-Cat Electric
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+2 more

Serving Bedford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Angelo and Joe are super nice guys. Helped me and my family when Con Ed decided to abandon us. The hooked up the generator, gave detailed instructions on how to operate and were quick to respond. Will definitely hire them again! Thank you Tri Cat Electric!"
Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Bolt Electrical Services, LLC
Bolt Electrical Services, LLC
4.7(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Bedford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vin and his crew were extremely professional and efficient. The job was completed in 2 days and everything was done cleanly and with quality. Very satisfied with the job."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GenShield LLC
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Bedford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in generator service and repair and provide unmatched customer service! You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mikell Electric
4.5(
29
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Bedford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the excellent quality of the work by Mikell Electric. Spencer installed a new fuse box, outside fixtures plus wiring. He was courteous, respectful and prompt. He took the time to explain the process, timeframe and answered all of my questions. I have already had him back again for another electrical project."
Response time3 days
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

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.

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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