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ENM Electric
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Serving Durant, OK and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"ENM electric far surpasses all other local electrical companies. I do multiple rehabs a year and will definitely be calling these guys back for my next job. Ask for Zachary Moore. He is charge of this crew and estimates are delivered in a timely manner."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Big Game Electric LLC
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Serving Durant, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had Eric and Chase from Big Game Electric handle the electrical work for my new outdoor kitchen, and they did an outstanding job! From start to finish, they were meticulous, making sure every detail was done right to achieve a perfect setup. They didn’t just follow a checklist—they went above and beyond, offering expert suggestions on products and solutions that fit my specific needs and enhanced the space. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to quality really made a difference. Highly recommend them for anyone looking for skilled, reliable electricians who care about getting it right!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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The Home Depot - Generators
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Durant, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Today, we're proud to be the world's largest home improvement retailer. In 2,300 stores across North America, we aspire to excel in service – to our customers, associates, communities and shareholders. That's what leadership means to us. That's The Home Depot difference.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

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.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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