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Cincinnati's Everlasting Electric
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Cincinnati’s Everlasting Electric did an excellent job. They installed a new 400 amp service from the street and added some 220 volt lines for a car charger and cooktop. They were polite, did everything on time, cleaned up, and were very courteous. The inspection passed and the inspector told me that he never finds any problems with their work. I highly recommend them."
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Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Cincinnati West
4.3(
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Electric is very responsive when it comes to getting us quotes and next steps for our electrical needs on a rental property. Weà ¢à  à  d be happy to work with them in the future."
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Paff Electric & Solar
4.3(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Paff Electric, LLC 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

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Apollo Home
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Reading, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"very timely and used them a lot and courteous and knowledge everything was taken care of i had a couple other questions he answered and explained things and what was still happening with the sink and that it wasn't installed correctly and he explained all this very helpful."
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Response time6 hrs
279 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

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.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

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. 

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