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Avatar for It's Electric Electrical Contracting LLC
It's Electric Electrical Contracting LLC
5.0(
11
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

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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Generator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

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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Portable Generator - Install

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."
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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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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Outstanding from first meeting & purchase to 24Kw Generac's first start up. Amanda Tallman is completely thorough explaining all installation steps & the numerous items pertaining to this model. On the final day, in the rain, alone Amanda improved the propane line installed by gas supplier. We were so grateful for installation before cold weather & frozen ground occurs. Completely SATISFIED with 4 POWER NOW Roger Sevilla Throop Township."
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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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

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

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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. 

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.

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

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.

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