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

Serving Tigard, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Tom Brown did an excellent job. He was very efficient and knowledgeable. He obviously knew how to install an electric car charging station. He was neat and did a great job of locating the charging unit. He did the work for less than his estimate and finished early. I recommend him for your electrical work."
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 Tigard, 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.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Woodline Electric
5.0(
55
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Tigard, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Brandon was very helpful in saving us money for a EV charger install and troubleshooting our ceiling fan. He provided suggestions on how I can save money w/o calling in an electrician every time. Very personable fellow. He’s become our go-to electrician."
Response time2 days
Response rate97%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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One Stop Electric LLC
5.0(
36
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Portable Generator - InstallFixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Tigard, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a Tesla charger installed in my garage. They showed up to the house quickly, and were very knowledgeable on what to do and what i needed. They installed it within an hour, with very quality parts, and were very neat and tidy about it too. No issues since install! I definitely would consider them again in the future!"
Kitchen Remodel
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Safety Home Services
5.0(
14
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install

Serving Tigard, 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

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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Wind River Electric LLC
5.0(
10
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Tigard, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am so grateful for this company. Micheal Townley is extremely knowledgeable and professional. He took the time to go through his assessment and upfront pricing. I had an odd electrical problem which lead to a bigger problem that could have been dangerous. After getting an absolutely shocking diagnosis from another company that left me stressed and crying for days, I hesitated to try anyone else but, Micheal put my mind at ease. I sent him pictures ahead of him coming out and he got right to work following further inspection of my electrical panel. I have additional work that will be completed by this company soon. I highly recommend Wind River."
Kitchen upgrades
Kitchen upgrades
Kitchen upgrades
Kitchen upgrades
Kitchen upgrades

+1

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Oakley Electric, Inc.
4.3(
323
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Tigard, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Oakley Electric (Ryan) verified the wiring to my electric range, which was originally hardwired, installed the appropriate outlet, and insured all was operational for the installation of my new electric range. Ryan was prompt, courteous, and did a good job."
Response time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

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.

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.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

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