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Spirelli Electric Inc
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Cross River, 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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+21

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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B-Dyson Electric
4.9(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Cross River, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Pat and his team to install some new outlets, replace some old 2 prong outlets and install and wire a new ceiling fan. He and his team had the whole project completely finished successfully within 8 hours. We will be repeat customers!"
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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Star Electric
4.1(
117
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Cross River, 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."
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%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.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

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.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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