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It's Electric Electrical Contracting LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"I was very pleased with the service I received today. The electrician was very professional. Scheduling went very smoothly, and I got a very quick response back after sending a message. I was pleasantly surprised on how quickly I was able to get an apt. I feel very satisfied on the electrical work that was done. I would use this company again and I would also recommend them to anyone that is looking for an electrician"
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23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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NEAVE ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
8
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Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CNY Electrical
4.7(
109
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Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shawn was a total professional and did great work on our chandelier, light fixture and ceiling fan installations. Safety was paramount and he clearly and promptly communicated. We'll gladly hire him for future electrical work."
ULA / pop Warner
ULA / pop Warner
Panel and the mall Store
Hanging  Transformer
Halls for chandeliers

+60

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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4 Power Now Inc.
3.8(
27
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Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They are very skilled, knowlegeable, and professional. I really appreciate their flexibility in the installation process by using in two phases to accommodate my request to install sooner if there are cancellations. The electrician who installed the transfer switch wore a mask and left the area cleaner than he found it :) I am sure the generator installation will go just as smoothly as the transfer switch install."
Clay Generator After
22 kw Generac
Manlius Generator
East syracuse generator
Auburn Generac Generator

+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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MNW Construction
4.9(
18
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Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Immediate response to our inquiry. Reasonably priced and extremely willing to accommodate our needs -willing to make two trips to the residence as we wanted the old water heater pulled one day so that we could access and paint the small utility room prior to installing the new water heater the next morning"
MNW Construction
Panel swap
Panel swap
Panel swap
Panel swap

+4

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

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. 

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