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Q: Can I plug a generator directly into my house?

• <div><p>No, you shouldn&rsquo;t use an extension cord to plug a generator directly into your home without using a transfer switch. That&rsquo;s because systems like pumps and HVAC fans need a steady power source that might not be available directly from your generator alone. If you bypass the circuit breaker box, you risk damaging your electrical system, creating a risk of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-put-out-electrical-fire.htm">electrical fire</a> or electrical shock to you or any workers repairing lines on your local electrical grid.</p></div>

Q: Can I plug my generator directly into my house?

• <div><p>No, you cannot plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your home. Plugging in a generator without an interlocking kit, extension cord, or wall outlet receptacle is incredibly dangerous and can cause back-feeding&mdash;power from the generator back-feeds into utility lines. Also, if the main power comes back on while your generator is on, it could damage the generator and cause a house fire.</p></div>

Q: What size generator do I need to run a fridge?

• <div><p>While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you&rsquo;ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.</p></div>

Q: Can you use biofuel in a whole-house generator?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Do I need a permit to install a generator?

• <div><p>In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between <b>$50 and $250</b>, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you&mdash;and might be required to do so by your building department&mdash;but you&rsquo;ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.</p></div>

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Last update on January 06, 2026

Reviewed in May 2025
I hired this company to build a screened porch and waited multiple weeks for the job to start, which was already very inconvenient. Then, just three days before the scheduled installation (on a Friday for a Monday job), I received a text saying the price would now be between $1,100 and $1,300...
Quick Care Home Repair
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Reviewed in April 2025
Hometown septic solutions is an excellent company to work with. Eric was wonderful. He found my septic tank with ease without having to dig up the entire yard.. He did a great job cleaning it out, and gave me great advice for FUTURE use. He installed a new entry top that will be easy to locate...
Hometown Septic Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
Jason Johnson did a great job installing my mom's cat door. He was very professional. I was nervous about someone cutting through her siding, but the job turned out great! Her cats can go in and out and it looks really good.
Johnson Handyman Services
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Reviewed in July 2022
Equipment was efficient. Young installers were proficient, courteous, and cleaned up well after their work. The salesman was contentious and provided product that met our needs.
Koala Insulation of Greenville
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Reviewed in May 2021
Ryan installed it for us and did a great job. The afternoon sun made it unbearable to sit in our living room. He installed the silver coating which completely solved the problem, reduced the heat coming in to nothing and you canâ t see the tint.
(NO-CARS) Sunscreen Glass Tinting
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Reviewed in July 2020
Was looking for a contractor to install a bubbling rock feature. After reading reviews on angies list about imperial I decided to inquire about specific services since the reviews were good. That turned out to be a huge mistake. Thankfully I did my due diligence and never hired this provider....
Imperial Landscapes
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Reviewed in October 2019
I was very impressed with Keen and the crew. As a former remodel contractor (now retired) I know that contractors like Keen are a very rare breed. Honest, reliable and does what he says he will do when he says he will do it. He is the kind of contractor that everyone wants but rarely gets....
Keen Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2019
Foothills picked up the water heater from Home Depot and attempted to install; unfortunately, I had purchased a heater that was too tall for the aquahut. They returned the unit to the store and returned the next day with the correct unit. Not only did they remove the old heater and...
Foothills Plumbing & Construction
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Reviewed in May 2018
Showed up on time. Professional and friendly. Was able to give me a work around for the non-working garage opener - which unfortunately can't be fixed and will eventually have to be replaced - but he only charged me half rate since it couldn't be repaired. Didn't try to push me on a new...
Innovative Door Systems
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Reviewed in September 2016
I was very pleased with the crew that installed the new flooring. They were professional, experienced, polite, and courteous. They checked with us on everything before proceeding. And cleaned up everything before they left. The new flooring is beautiful!
Empire Today - Greenville
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