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Anderson Water & Power
4.4(
618
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Serving Rome, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We really like the professional job done by Paul, James III and Nate, they answered all our questions and explained everything to our understanding. They are no doubt well-trained in their field and dedicated to the reputation of the company. Kudos to our saleperson Tom, who also happens to be the president. We had on-location visits from 3 companies to have a whole-house generator installed and no doubt picked the best company."
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Transfer switch Cummins

+62

194 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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It's Electric Electrical Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Rome, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"He came evaluated the project, gave estimate for work. Came back and performed the job without any problems. Very pleasant, communicated well, very knowledgable on electrical work, would recommend."
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24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.
4.3(
12
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Serving Rome, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were fantastic! They were polite, fast, organized, good clean up, and explained everything. The quality of the generator looks durable, and could last longer. They are the only company who told me that the generator needed to be serviced for every 2 years instead of every year. They also installed it on a stoned pad instead of a concrete which saved me a lot of money. The piping inside of the house was a flexible steel coil. They also do service calls."
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34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Butler's Home Services
4.9(
53
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Serving Rome, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jim arrived a few minutes earlier than the appointed time, had all the materials he needed to do the work (install two kitchen pendants and a chandelier), and did a great job keeping the work area clean and neat. I will hire him again in the spring when I anticipate additional electrical projects, and I recommend him highly."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Elite Edge Construction
5.0(
9
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Serving Rome, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Johnathan and Steve did an excellent job on a whole laundry list of electrical repairs and installations in our house (new outdoor outlets, decoupling bathroom fans from lights, fixing dead doorbell circuit, fixing rodent chewed wires). They knocked this all out in one day, and I really appreciated their attention to detail (eg feeding conduit through our walls to keep them out of sight). Will hire again for future projects!"
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Do It All
New to Angi

Serving Rome, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

My name is Dan I have been working as a carpenter for a local union but decided to go different route in life. I work with my brothers on houses and we Do It All. No job is too big or too small. From small things like furniture install to stripping down your house completely and remodeling it we can Do It All.

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4 Power Now Inc.
3.8(
27
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Serving Rome, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent service all the way around, I inquired at 10 am and by 5pm all done. Amanda did excellent installation removed and replaced the water heater. Left area cleaner then what it was when she started. Thank You Amanda and 4 Power Now, I am a very happy customer, cheers."
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22 kw Generac
Manlius Generator
East syracuse generator
Auburn Generac Generator

+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

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. 

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