"Fantastic electrical company! Good price for my new portable generator installation. I really liked the electrician who performed the work. Will hire again!"
"We had installed wall sconces and they weren't working. Mark came and helped us understand why they weren't working (stupid reason) and also explained more about the install so we had knowledge to do other projects moving forward. He was very nice and helpful and also offered to answer questions via phone if we run into issues in the future. He was lovely and we would absolutely use him again!"
"Mr. Electric's technician arrived right on schedule to install an outdoor receptacle. He quickly got to work, installed the outlet, checked it and showed me the work. He left the area tidy and neat. I was so pleased with the work that I had him replace an outdoor light with a motion detector. Without a doubt, I would call Mr. Electric again. The price was fair and the work performed was excellent. "
"They were easy to deal with. I?d definitely recommend. Not only they served my HOT TUB they also served my Whole House Generator. I like a small family business."
"I ordered a general checkup of my home. The electrician found a melted wire in my breaker box. He rerouted all of the wires to separate bolts. I opted to get a surge protector installed at that time. I recommend James at Mister Sparky. He explained the questions that I asked. Like, â  What is this switch for?â  Itâ  s a comfort to know that my home is safe now.... and that I have a switch to turn on electric candles in my windows."
Whether you're a local homeowner or a business professional, tending to your properties electrical needs require a great deal of skill and technical know-how. At Iddings Electric, our master electricians proudly offer the superior residential and commercial electrical solutions that Central PA residents and business owners trust. From service panel upgrades and rewiring services to whole-home generators and landscape lighting, our electrical contractors offer the the comprehensive solutions you need to ensure safe, reliable power for your property!
"The man who came to do the estimate was knowledgable and a really nice guy. When he worked up the estimate it was high so he asked us for a number we would be comfortable with, between himself and his manager they came back with a good number. Not cheap by any means but the equipment and installation comes with a 6 year guarantee, which is hard to find today. Installation was scheduled for 3 days later, also hard to find these days. The installers were there on time with everything they needed to do the job. Every man knew what he needed to do yet there was one man leading the team. They covered all the floors in the areas they were working and wore booties to keep everything clean. Everything was installed straight and level. In the end there was some spackling needed to be done because of a stud in the way where they tried to put a hole. Customer service followed up with an email questionnaire which I filled out with some of my concerns about the installation. They got back to me by phone and apologized for any inconvenience. They are sending me $100 for my time, materials and hassel of having to fix their little bo bo. A great company and I have recommended them to family."
"We had personal EV charging station installed by this business' technician. He is very professional, explained all options how to get wires from main electric panel to the other side of the house where it would be convenient for us to charge the car. Provided all required materials and get job done fast and safely, made sure everything works properly."
In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.
In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.
To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.
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.
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.
The Mount Penn, PA homeowners’ guide to generator installs
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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