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Rhode Island Generator
4.7(
56
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Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I could not have made a better choice of a company to purchase and install my standby generator from . From the day I called for a quote for a standby generator to the time it took to complete the installation (about 3 weeks) everything was done in a courteous and professional manner. The work was faultless and the cost was less then I had anticipated."
Generator Installs
20 KW Generac Generator
Generator Installs
20KW Generac Generator
Generator Installs

+14

Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Champion Electrical Services Inc
5.0(
54
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Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Champion Electrical Services, we believe homeowners deserve better. No more no-shows, rushed work, or upsells you don't need. We built this company to do things right - with respect, craftsmanship, and pride. Every project is treated like it's being done in our own home: clean, code-compliant, and built to last. Whether you need a panel upgrade, EV charger, generator, or quick repair, we show up when it counts and earn your trust every time. \nLicensed, insured, and proudly serving MA & RI. \nWhen the lights go out, don't call just anyone. Call the Champ.\n\n(774) 331-3500 \nCalltheChamp.com \[email protected]

My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+17

237 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Botelho & Sons Electric
5.0(
49
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Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can’t recommend Botelho and Sons Electric highly enough. From start to finish, the experience was outstanding. They were punctual, neat, and completely reliable, showing up exactly when they said they would and keeping the work area clean and organized throughout the entire project. I had a 200-amp panel upgrade, lines run to a pool & hot tub, copper wire installed for the pool and the connection for our generator - everything was done to code, with obvious skill and attention to detail. Out of 6 electricians I got quotes from, Ryan offered the best price without cutting any corners. On top of that, both he and his employee were incredibly knowledgeable and professional. Bonus points for being amazing with my 130 lb Cane Corso, who is usually suspicious of strangers. It was clear they were comfortable around dogs and respectful of my space, which made the whole process that much smoother. If you want high-quality work from someone you can trust, I wouldn’t look any further!"
Response time9 hrs
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by4%of homeowners
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Electricians R Us
4.8(
15
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Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Called David for an Emergency Service on a Saturday night, he came out immediately restored temporary power for the night as came back Sunday morning and updated my Service! He went above and beyond for me, was professional and fair and took pride in his work! I highly Recommend Electricians R us and David to anyone looking for an Electrician! 5 ⭐️’s. T.y David!!"
Electrical services
Electrical services
Electrical services
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+6

29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Services & More LLC
4.9(
26
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Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They were very fast & efficient in taking care of my lawn, which they did a great job! They immediately responded to my inquiry & came out the next day. Satisfied with the service."
Furniture Assembly
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+4

155 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cox Electric, LLC
4.7(
10
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Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everyone we dealt with was friendly, responsive and knowledgeable. From our initial call to explore a generator through purchasing and installation, everyone at COX demonstrated exceptional and timely customer service. Their experienced team of technicians were there on time when they said theyâ d be there. They provided timely notifications and clearly communicated throughout every step of the installation process. We were impressed with their work ethic and the results."
Generac Installation
Wood surround
Block surround
Response time2 days
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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ABN Electric LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Ben @ ABN for your electrician needs. I hired ABN to replace outdated two-prong outlets with three-prong GFCIs, and install a completely new outlet in my bathroom, and they did an incredible job in no time. Their professionalism, skill, prices, and good attitude were excellent. I will be hiring ABN for all of my future projects too. Thanks!"
Response time50 mins
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ryan Silvia
3.8(
17
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Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner of this business is hard working man who gets the job with no mistakes. He fixes what is needed and will make sure that everything is how itâ s supposed to be. Definitely would recommend him if you need any type of electrical work done."
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Panel upgrade
Smart thermostat upgrade

+1

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

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. 

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.

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