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Avatar for Frank's Generator Sales Service & Repair
Frank's Generator Sales Service & Repair
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"10 yr old Generac GP6500E wouldn’t start. Called around and many want to upsell to permanent. Found Franks and what a delight. Honest, down to earth, affordable for senior. Showed up on time. Changed oil, spark plug. Pulled carburetor and found it dirty and fouled. Got used one from his shop(same day) and installed. Gen started right up on one or two pulls. Battery was dead but showed us how to replace. Highly recommend Frank’s Generator."
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+29

Response time2 days
Response rate98%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spirelli Electric Inc
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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Warranties offered

"Artie and Greg came to our house multiple times for wiring related to a kitchen renovation. They wired our new kitchen island for an outlet and microwave. They also installed new high-hats and pendants in the kitchen. They were professional, competent, and efficient. They did great work and I would highly recommend them."
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%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tri-Cat Electric
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

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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
AJD Electric
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

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Emergency services offered

"I was having a problem with my main breaker and my heat and hot water were not working in December/January. Anthony called same day. He came out and knew immediately what the problem was. Next day he came back with the part and within 1 hour situation resolved. He was a life saver!!! Very professional, friendly, and quick and best of all price was great. He made me feel at ease. I would hire him again without question and would recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy, reliable electrician. Thank you Anthony!!!"
Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Amped Up Power Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kyle is the consummate professional: an expert electrician who arrives at the scheduled time, works efficiently and thoroughly, and leaves without a trace of debris to clean up. His knowledge and knowledge-how, coupled with an easy-going, courteous manner, make him my ‘go-to’ electrician. Kyle is simply among the best of the best."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Taconic Renewable Energy Solutions, Inc.
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ed is very easy to work with; very accommodative, clear communication and does what he promise. We have not had that around here with contractors so this is new to us."
Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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. 

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