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Q: Is it worth it to install a whole house generator?

• <div><p>A whole house generator can be worth the extra money for peace of mind if your home is prone to power outages for extended periods of time or if you have life-saving medical equipment that needs to maintain power at all times. These devices can also increase your home&rsquo;s value, especially in areas prone to extreme weather and power outages. </p></div>

Q: How does a generator transfer switch save me money?

• <div><p>It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you&rsquo;ll have to pay between <b>$400 and $2,500</b> to have the transfer switch installed, you&rsquo;ll recoup that amount later on when you don&rsquo;t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-hook-up-generator-to-house.htm">hook up of a generator to your home</a>. </p></div>

Q: What’s the normal lifespan of a diesel generator?

• <div><p>You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to <b>30,000 hours of use</b>, 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. </p></div>

Q: How close can a transfer switch be to a generator?

• <div><p>Generally, you&rsquo;ll want to keep between <b>60 and 70 feet</b> between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:</p><ul><li><p>The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.</p></li><li><p>It increases efficiency because you won&rsquo;t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.</p></li><li><p>Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Are generators safe?

• <div><p>When installed and used correctly, generators are safe to use. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/power-out-3-tips-safely-operate-home-generator.htm">most critical generator safety tips</a> to keep in mind are:</p><ul><li><p>Never use a portable generator inside an enclosed space, as the carbon monoxide exhaust it creates is lethal.</p></li><li><p>Never attempt to connect your generator to your home&rsquo;s electrical panel independently; hire a professional for this dangerous job.</p></li><li><p>Never overload your generator by connecting more appliances than for which it&rsquo;s rated; you can damage your generator and appliances or even cause a fire.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Last update on December 05, 2025

Reviewed in August 2024
Tony has put in new outside fixtures, put in recessed lighting, added ceiling fans, put in a generator, etc. He does great work!!!
Piney Power Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
The installers arrived on time and mapped out the entire project with me and explained everything that had to be done! They cut away any additional branches that would interfere with the installation. They were so polite and courteous the entire process. I got the guys waters and snacks (just my...
Ergeon
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Reviewed in February 2023
What an incredible company!! Had 2 new Bryant furnaces installed by them. My home is so quiet and comfortable!! Amazing customer service!! Gene goes above and beyond!! Nice to see such a well rounded company in every aspect!!! A leader in this area!!
Davis Home Services, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2022
Seci General Construction, Inc.was great to work with to get my new roof installed. They were always communicating and kept me updated throughout they process. They also made it easy to work with the insurance company to get the new roof covered. Bekim was always a text or phone call away if I...
Seci General Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2022
Excellent. they are fast efficient and did not overcharge the customer. They did it very quickly. Sent 2 tech and repaired the problem for 15 mins. They were very nice and cleaned generally very good.
Fixabit Digital Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in August 2018
As per contract, was 18 day project that turned into 8 months and not completed. This being first time using a contractor, we thought contract price was the price. Contract was written in such general terms that every thing was an upgrade...example...part of the contract was to install tile in...
The Contractor LLC
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Reviewed in July 2016
Great! We are so happy with our "new" powder room! Gene was always on time, courteous, patient and competent...he was able to fix every complication that came up, from plumbing to flooring. Overall work was a great value.
Gene kitchens and baths
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Reviewed in April 2015
He was very kind and generous, he explained exactly what he was doing, he was very clean and organized, showed me the parts he replaced. He did a fantastic job. I am very happy.
Aviyas Garage Doors
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Reviewed in April 2013
I contacted the swing set man for a quote. He gave me a great quote, but then never got back to me to schedule an installation date. I contacted him via email 2 additional times and have not heard back. I know things come up in life, and overall I am understanding if he is busy, but I do wonder...
Swingset Man
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Reviewed in August 2012
Since the installation, I watched my heating and air conditioning bills very closely and they have, in fact gone down in general 30% since last season, even with this extremely hot summer. The capacitor outside did blow out at one point, but they were able to come back and fix it within a day...
ALBER SERVICE COMPANY
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