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Kennylectric
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Albany, OH and surrounding areas

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Licensed electrician with 10 years of hands-on experience offering reliable, high-quality electrical services for residential, small commercial and industrial projects. Whether you need a quick fix or a full installation, I bring professional expertise and attention to detail to every job.\n\n✔ 10 years of licensed experience\n✔ Troubleshooting & repairs\n✔ Lighting installation & upgrades\n✔ Outlet, switch, and panel work\n✔ Clean, safe, and code-compliant service\n\nDependable, honest, and committed to getting the job done right the first time. Flexible availability for evenings and weekends.\n \nPlease reach out to schedule your next project.

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Gleason's Home Repair
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Albany, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I’m a reliable, detail-oriented contractor dedicated to delivering quality work that lasts. I take pride in doing the job right the first time, whether it’s a small repair or a full project. I believe in honest communication, fair pricing, and showing up when I say I will. My goal is simple: leave every customer satisfied and confident in the work done on their home.

Breaker box upgrade
Breaker box upgrade
Breaker box upgrade
Addition
Addition

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All Heating & Cooling
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Albany, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We wanted all new electric run to a newly enclosed porch. Service was exceptionally speedy, when no one else would do anything for at least 4 weeks. The electrician (Roger) hired was exceptionally professional, knowledgeable, detail oriented, helpful and worked without even lunch breaks. He worked alone & had the job done in 3 partial days (not more than 24 hrs. total) that would normally take at least double that time and provided a top quality job. I would highly recommend that service."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Wire right
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Albany, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Traugh's Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Dan's Handyman Service
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Albany, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n

Concrete prep
Outside design
Prep
Garden
Garden

+102

Response time2 days
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

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.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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.

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