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Home Pro Electric
4.2(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Ferndale, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired HomePro Electric to install a transfer switch for a portable generator. Erik did a great job. Showed up on time. Did an excellent job and explained how to switch our electric panel from the grid to the generator really clearly. I will definitely hire him again for any future electrical work that I need."
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Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Amped Up Power Solutions LLC
5.0(
5
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Ferndale, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Kyle to install the electric for my pool. He grounded the pool, installed an electrical timer for the pool pump, breakers for the circuits, and installed an outlet. I liked the quality of the work so much that I hired him to replace a GFCI outlet in my kitchen and an exterior outlet on my house and then hired him once more to install light fixtures. His prices are fair and his finished product is meticulous. If he tells you that you need something replaced/repaired he is not saying it to make money, he is saying it because the repair/replacement is necessary for safety or code purposes. I would hire Kyle again for any of my electrical repairs/installations."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
GenShield LLC
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Ferndale, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in interior painting and provide unmatched customer service! You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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Davis Electric
4.8(
25
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Ferndale, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a generlink installed behind my meter a new way to hookup generators, Nathan Davis was 15 mins early for the job which was great after the install which only took 40mins or so he doable checked my panel box inside. He is on the high side of price but when most every other electrician said they can do the job but can't make it out intill Oct 15th or so he came out within 1 week so all and all happy with the job and the work. Thanks Nathan Davis"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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KWD Electric Inc
4.5(
46
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Ferndale, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience with Ken, Owner of KWD. He was a pleasure to work with, very professional and knowledgable in this field. His quotes were reasonable compared to others and we had no issues generally with the additional crews brought in or finishing within our timeline."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Homeowners can often access federal tax credits, such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which covers a percentage of installation costs. Many states and utilities offer additional rebates, grants, or performance-based incentives. These programs can significantly lower your upfront investment. Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) or contact your local energy office for current offers.

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.

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.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

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.

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