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Wire Wizard, LLC
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Serving Dornsife, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DMS Generator Service and Repairs
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Serving Dornsife, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

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Serving central Pennsylvania for all your generator needs from sales to service to installations. We sell and service any size or brand of generators to meet your needs. Specializing in agricultural generators also setting up annual maintenance plans to keep your standby generator ready for when you need it most. Contact us today for a quote on a new or used generator or to schedule your yearly maintenance.

Load banking 150kW generator
RV generator
Control panel upgrade
Motor home generator
400kW Caterpillar

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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stovers Electric - Facebook
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Serving Dornsife, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an electrical problem I just couldn t figure out as a DIYer. All our outlets in one room were out, and everything pointed to a neutral wire being off SOMEWHERE. The guys at Stovers came back several times until they found a burned wire on an outlet on the other side of my house. These guys were nice, professional and persistent until they figured it out. Would DEFINITELY hire them again."
Recess Lighting
Upgraded Service Box
Outdated Service Box
Added Outdoor Fans
Added Outdoor Lighting

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Response time11 hrs
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes. You can connect your home back-up battery to a generator with its designated charger. Be sure that the output of the generator matches the input requirements for the battery for best results.

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.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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