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Avatar for Mister Sparky of Myrtle Beach
Mister Sparky of Myrtle Beach
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Serving Murrells Inlet, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"The electrician who came out talked with me and answered my questions. They installed an electric charging station. I am more than satisfied. They will try to upsell you so if you don't want that you have to be very clear."
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Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Greg Beverly Services, Inc.
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Serving Murrells Inlet, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Greg Beverly Services is a locally owned electrical contractor serving our friends and neighbors across the Grand Strand and the greater Myrtle Beach area. Owner Greg Beverly has spent more than 35 years working in the electrical trade right here in our region, with experience on everything from amusement parks and office buildings to banks, retail shops, medical offices, homes, and condos along the coast.\nAs a Licensed Unlimited Electrical Contractor in South Carolina, we handle residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations, upgrades, and repairs throughout Myrtle Beach and the surrounding communities. We take pride in providing safe, reliable, and code‑compliant work with the kind of honest, straightforward service you expect from a local company that lives and works in the area.\nFor your convenience, we accept Visa and MasterCard.

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Swift Services Heating & Cooling, LLC
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Serving Murrells Inlet, SC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician's (Tim and Chaun) that did the installing of my HVAC were courteous and professional. Tim made sure everything was working to his satisfaction before he left and told us he would check back in a day or so to make sure it was functioning properly. My wife and myself very pleased. I should also state two years ago we had a new HVAC installed by Swift and continually had problems with it. After many service calls with little luck correcting the issue, Swift installed a new unit. Five more stars to Swift for integrity!"
Response time10 hrs
74 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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L & S Electric
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Serving Murrells Inlet, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris came out right away and took care of the problems he really knows his stuff he doesn't try to push things that you don't need like the other companies did and the cost was a lot less than all the other quotes I received this will definitely be my permanent electrician from now on"
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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. 

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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