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Brown Brothers Electric and Remodel
5.0(
35
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Forest Grove, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Tom installed a new panel upgrade and a transfer switch for our generator. Big Job. He did not cut any corners! The wiring is buttoned up and organized. The labeling is clear. Tom left us prepared for future installations and made sure we knew what to expect if/when we need the transfer switch. Very friendly and informative. Competitive pricing. Proactive communication."
Panel install
Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
CBW Electric, LLC
5.0(
132
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Forest Grove, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We offer over 20 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and panel upgrades and a variety of other jobs. We're committed to providing personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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CBW Electric, LLC
5.0(
131
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Forest Grove, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He did a super job. He even stayed to be sure that the ac was working before he left even though he was not the one that installed the ac. The ac would not power on. He fixed the issue that another installer did."
90's kitchen
can lights,under cabinet lights
subway tile backsplash
great stove
bookcase cabinet for cookbooks

+27

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Safety Home Services
5.0(
15
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install

Serving Forest Grove, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"did great work, installed all fixtures and fixed my outlets in the house that stop working as well!! very professional, friendly, and 100% would recommend to friends and family. thank you jarrod!!!!!!"
Our great service team at Safety Home Services. Excited to serve you!
We do the most simple to the most complex residential services.  We are excited to serve you!
We are confident that we have what you need to fix your electrical issue!
Look for our trucks out there on their way to serve our customers!
We are excited to serve your electrical needs, whether small or big!

+5

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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Wilson River Electric
5.0(
32
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Forest Grove, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike is the business owner and the electrician so he will be the one doing the work or he may sub out some of the easier work or trenches, etc. He ran a line out from the panel on our house to an out-building and put a new panel and a number of circuits in the building and installed LED lights. He also added some light fixtures inside our house. I thought he did a very nice job and talked me through things that I did not understand. He was willing to work with me if there were things that I wanted to do myself. Communication was good--he kept me up-to-date on how things were going and what his schedule was. He was working on other projects at the same time, so we talked about when it would work for him to be working on my project and when he would be on other projects and what my timeline was. The panel, trench, circuits, and outlets all look great. I will work with him again if I need more work done."
Auto Transfer Switch
20 KW Generator
100 Amp Panel Change
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CBW Electric, LLC
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Forest Grove, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

"I hired Charles to install an EV charger in our garage. He promptly provided an estimate and recommended installing a new, larger electrical panel to replace our old panel which was almost 40 years old and did not have space to add the EV charger circuit. I also asked him to install a generator inlet to the panel so that the EV battery could be used to power parts of the house in case of a power outage. Charles got the job done and had to rearrange some circuits so that the EV can power the most important portions of the house during a power outage. Overall, I am very happy with the quality and the efficiency of the work."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Native Electric, LLC
4.2(
35
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Forest Grove, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Native Electric when I was looking for someone to inspect my ceiling fans. Communications were good. Mike called me an hour before my appointment to reschedule, as the job he had was taking much longer than expected--scope creep by the customer. Mike called me an hour or two before our next appointment to confirm that we were still on. Mike was very patient with my vague descriptions of problems and inspected each fan: three fans are fine, and the motor on one is wearing out. He charged me only $50 instead of the usual $70 because the visit was so short. When that motor goes out, I'll be calling Mike to install the new fan."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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.

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. 

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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