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Avatar for Fielack Electric Corp.
Fielack Electric Corp.
4.5(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Brightwaters, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The electrician clearly explained what he was doing and why. He did not do anything additional until he had my approval. He also pointed out a rigged outlet fixture for a generator and identified it as dangerous and asked if he could remove it. We have more work to be done and we will have them back."
Electrical Work
Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Wilburforce Electric LLC
5.0(
8
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Brightwaters, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jack and his crew were extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and a pleasure to work with. From running new wiring into an existing ceiling for ceiling lights, upgrading my elective panel, installing ceiling fixtures, and installing new outlets, Jack and his crew were able to perform the tasks efficiently and Iâ m very happy with the outcome. Wilburforce was also more affordable than other electricians in the area. I would highly recommend this business and I will be using them again."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A/C Performance Power, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Generator - Repair - For Business

Serving Brightwaters, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim, the Owner provided timely, Expert generator repair, to get a 15 year old 30KW generator that hadnâ  t run in years operational in 30 minutes. We were fortunate to find him, and appreciate his skill, integrity...truly a consummate Professional ! 5+ Star recommendation"
Generator repair
Generator repair
Generator repair
Generator repair
Generator repair

+27

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Star Electric
4.1(
117
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Brightwaters, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fast and super helpful. Gave me a proposal right away. Started work same week. If deviations were needed, was specific on what and why. Reasonable and fair pricing, and honest about their capabilities and areas of expertise. Professional team and went out the way to provide additional references for other concerns. I also appreciated the video Fabio took to show me the before and after, especially in areas I was unable to see."
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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R.C.K. Electric, Inc.
4.3(
19
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Brightwaters, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan Did an excellent job. Installed a light fixture and a driveway motion light. He came on time and did the job very professionally. I would use RCK again the next time I need any electric work."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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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