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KWD Electric Inc
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Serving Colton, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Electrical work was done well in advance of the roofing job.  Electrician returned at the end of the ice melting cable installation job to make an alteration to the outlets which was a decision made during the roofing and installation job.  Electrician was very neat and accomodating. 
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Diana Builders, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Colton, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I required a new water heater installed and Diana builders were able to give me the exact water heater I wanted at the most competitive price. Dave took the time to explain what he thought the best solution was in plain English, gave me a quote a few hours later after researching his exact costs and stuck to his quote."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J&J Plumbing and Home Repair
4.0(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Colton, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Little late coming for appointments but the work was finished on time and was quality work furnace is installed and working well. Went out of there way to get a furnace and get it installed with supply chain issues and crazy busy time of year. I would recommend them."
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+57

Response time1 day
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Sure Systems
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Colton, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maverick's Construction
3.3(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Colton, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Maverick's Construction is a locally owned and operated business that values honesty and integrity. With over 20 years experience, we have the skill, know-how, expertise and dedication to do the job right the first time.\n\nWe are recommended by the people we serve and we stand behind our professional quality work.\n\nWe produce nothing short of top quality work, and cover the full spectrum of home building, repair, and remodeling. \n\nWe are dedicated to your satisfaction and look forward to building a long-term relationship.\n\nCall us today for a Free Estimate

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+18

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

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.

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

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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