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Spirelli Electric Inc
4.9(
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Serving Chappaqua, 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
Additional Photos

+21

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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B-Dyson Electric
4.9(
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Serving Chappaqua, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an attic fan installed. The work was done quickly and neatly. Everyone that I came into contact with was polite, helpful and knowledgeable."
kitchen renovation
office
Conference Room Lighting
Conference Room
Office Space Hallway Lighting

+7

Response time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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iPower Generators
4.5(
35
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Serving Chappaqua, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Got my generator working just in time for the storm. Excellent work . Knew what was wrong Immediately. No guessing . Would definitely hire them again."
New Castle Community Day
12kW Briggs
14kW Generac
36kW Generac
Generac

+6

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Star Electric
4.1(
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Serving Chappaqua, 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."
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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PD Electrical Corp.
5.0(
9
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Serving Chappaqua, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Offers commercial services

"Needed some designated outlets installed for company server, paul came out to have a look and completed the job next day. Was quick and clean. Would use in the future."
Lighting
Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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. 

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

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. 

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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