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Peterson Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Dunkirk, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon did a fantastic job putting our new bathroom exhaust fan in. He was efficient and thoughtful for all our needs. Would definitely hire him again for any future projects"
Residential Rewiring
Residential Rewiring
Residential Rewiring
Residential Rewiring
Residential Rewiring

+7

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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Dynamic Electrical Solutions
4.5(
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Serving Dunkirk, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They called promptly, set an appointment quickly and in a very short time frame, and kept the appointment flawlessly. And to my delight, got my charging station installed same day!"
200 Amp Underground
200 Amp Underground
200 Amp Underground
200 Amp Underground
200 Amp Underground

+33

Response time5 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
South Townes Electric
New to Angi

Serving Dunkirk, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

South Townes electric, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 15 years of experience serving Hamburg, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

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Gypsy Garage
5.0(
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Serving Dunkirk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Electrical consultation and repairs. My house has some crazy electrical stuff. Gypsy Garage helped me to understand what was going on and what to do. They repaired some of the issues I had. Great communication. Great service. Knowledgeable. Highly recommend."
Response time1 day
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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KWD Electric Inc
4.5(
46
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Serving Dunkirk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pleasure to work with on recessed lighting install. Ken was responsive to questions and time changes via email/phone. We removed the old lighting, did some of the recessed lighting layout, and obtained the materials (he reviewed to make sure it was OK). His installation and electrical work was handled professionally and on schedule. Any adjustments were reviewed with me as a courtesy. We thought the price was fair for the work done. Nice job."
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+15

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Shalkham Electric & Construction Co.
5.0(
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Serving Dunkirk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had two guys come to our home in Meadville to update our electrical meter and entrance box. The work was done professionally and efficiently. Thank you Matt for your quick response and having a great team. We would highly recommend this company."
Electric service upgrade
Electric service upgrade
Electric service upgrade
Electric service upgrade
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

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 some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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. 

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