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Mock Electric, Inc.
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Serving Ruffin, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"Terrific job. Mock Electric installed a power line on an independent circuit for a new electric fireplace located about 100 feet away from our fuse box. They were on time and did the work in a thorough and efficient manner and on budget. Thank you for this recommendation!"
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Five Star Contracting, LLC
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Serving Ruffin, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

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"We had our bathroom shower and floor remodeled. Their craftsmanship is excellent. They were timely and Courteous. Excellent in every way"
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Menace Electric
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Serving Ruffin, SC and surrounding areas

Welcome to Menace Electric electrical services — your trusted local electrician for reliable, high-quality electrical work.\n\nI’ve proudly owned and operated this small business for a little over two years, providing dependable electrical services to homeowners and businesses in our community. As a detail-oriented electrician, I take pride in delivering safe, efficient, and professional results on every project — no shortcuts, no compromises.\n\nWhether you need residential wiring, lighting installation, panel upgrades, troubleshooting, or maintenance, I’m committed to providing honest work, fair pricing, and top-tier craftsmanship.\n\nAt Menace Electric, customer satisfaction and safety is our top priority. I look forward to continuing to grow with the community and being your go-to electrician for years to come.\nAs always, we look forward to seeing you. ~ Dawson Robnett.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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’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.

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. 

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. 

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

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