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Edwards & Sons Electric
5.0(
56
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Cochranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Justin was terrific. He arrived on time and did a variety of projects including 240 volt for ev charging, outside lights replacement and ceiling fan install. All work was done and quickly."
EMT & Panel Install
EMT Install
EMT Install
200A Panel Install
200A Disconnect

+54

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Stonehouse Electric and Maintenance
4.7(
15
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Cochranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All the folks at Stonehouse Electric Company are fantastic and do a phenomenal job at what they do! Electricians Meghan and Michael arrived promptly the other day and expeditiously completed several installations and associated rewiring for numerous outdoor lighting projects. Not only were they professional and knowledgeable, Mike and Meghan were friendly, communicative, and conversant in a range of subjects! I enjoyed having them at the house and would definitely hire them again for future projects. I highly recommend Stonehouse Electric Company for their outstanding service, fair and competitive pricing, and their commitment to quality!"
Country Cottage Rewire
LedMo 200 watt shoebox light on the peak of the building
Electrical Project
Whole Home Redevice, Lighting Upgrades
Surge Protection, Interlock Wiring.

+68

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Shumake Electric, LLC
4.8(
80
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Cochranton, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are VERY courteous , friendly ,knowledgeable and hard working . They explained how the generator works , and was very professional . I highly recommend Jim and his crew ! GREAT JOB !!!!!!"
Landscape lighting
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Gravatt Glass & Electric
5.0(
50
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Cochranton, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job. They stopped by and gave me a breakdown of my electrical use and estimates on different options for a generator. They also found the perfect spot to put it. The day of installation, they showed up on time and put in a full day installing the generator. It works great and looks great. Now I don't have to worry about outages, especially in the winter."
20 kw Generator - Pitts.
 14 kw Generator - Pitts.
 Customer with 8kW - Butler, PA
 20 kw - Conway, PA
 Our Work Van

+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Shalkham Electric & Construction Co.
5.0(
8
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Cochranton, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had two guys come to our home in Meadville to update our electrical meter and entrance box. The work was done professionally and efficiently. Thank you Matt for your quick response and having a great team. We would highly recommend this company."
Electric service upgrade
Electric service upgrade
Electric service upgrade
Electric service upgrade
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

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.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

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