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Power Source Electrical Services Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great follow through, good pricing. The generator required several trips and follow-up items because it required different inspections. They did a great job at following up on these steps and the generator works perfectly. Since that time we called them for some smaller electrical jobs. They are very detailed oriented, an example would be that I gave what I thought I wanted and they gave feedback based on their experience showing a better way to do it. I welcomed this and was happy they suggested it."
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63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Honesty Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called on Friday & my fans were installed on Tuesday. The electrician came on time & was courteous & professional. The work was done in a timely manner & he cleaned up after himself."
Church house remodel
Church house remodel
Church house remodel
Church house remodel
Church house remodel

+74

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Prime Time Electric
5.0(
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Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

At Prime Time Electric, we’re more than just electricians—we’re your neighbors dedicated to powering your homes and businesses. With years of experience, our certified team provides electrical services that light up York County, and beyond. From generator installation to electrical repair, we bring expertise and care to every project, ensuring your systems run smoothly and safely.\n\nOur passion for excellence drives us to offer tailored solutions, whether it’s installing lighting fixtures, provision of whole-home surge protection, service and repair, in-home generator installation or setting up EV charging stations. We serve our communities with reliable electrician services, making Prime Time Electric a name you can trust for all your electrical needs.

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A+ Electric Services
4.9(
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Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a generator transfer switch installed before the storm. Mark with A+ Electric came out within the hour and gave me a very reasonable quote. He wired my house for a generator the following day!! Thoroughly impressed!! He was very nice and ensured I knew how to operate everything in case of an outage. His work was very neat and professional. I will definitely use him again."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Electric of York- Rock Hill
5.0(
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Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Licensed & Bonded Electrician company. We do residential work, including repair and upgrades to homes. We believe in quality work and spending the necessary time to do things correctly. We use quality parts such as Siemens, GE, Square D, and Cutler Hammer.

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Lighting and switch
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WyattWorks
4.6(
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Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Having owned four different houses the past 16 years, this was hands down the best experience with a plumber... ever. We hired WyattWorks to install a laundry sink (the stainless over cabinet kind) which required drilling through the floor to tie-in with supply and drain pipes in our basement. Jeremy performed the work flawlessly and was a true pro: measure and recheck, plan and dry fit, and clean up the work area during and after. The whole process from start to finish was painless!"
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Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Trusted Electric
4.5(
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Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Upgraded my old Zinsco panel. Several breakers were burned and damaged. Grady and Wyatt did a very thorough job and explained everything to me step by step."
Lighting Installation
Lighting Installation
Lighting Installation
Lighting Installation
Lighting Installation

+5

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MI Electric
4.7(
177
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Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"M/I Electric did a great job and were the most reasonably priced.  They quoted over $100 less than four other companies.  Everything was very well done and no mess was left behind.  They even looked at a bathroom switch we had been having trouble and fixed that issue without adding other charges.  I would highly recommend them.
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

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. 

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

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.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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