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Avatar for Jones Electrical Services
Jones Electrical Services
5.0(
43
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Afton, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bruce and assistant came on a Sunday afternoon in 20 degree weather to complete electrical work for a portable generator. In addition, they picked the generator up for us at Lowe's, set it up, and explained how to operate it and did a test run. Very knowledgeable, professional, and courteous. Work completed in less time than estimated, cleaned up the work area leaving no mess behind. Also very fair price for excellent work. Highly recommend. Bruce is the only electrician I will call on when needs arise."
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Old Meter Base
Kitchen close-up.
New Meter Base
Outlets and Switches

+25

Response time6 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hensley Electric
5.0(
34
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Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Afton, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mike always provides great service, punctuality of time on the job site, great communicator, and very knowledgeable! You will NEVER go wrong working with Mike! He’s my “go to” for every project!"
Rivian Charger
Rivian Charger
EV Charger Outlet
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MARTY'S ELECTRIC LLC
4.4(
38
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Afton, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed a meter pole for our RV, and Marty's gave us a very reasonable quote, as well as a full detailed estimate of the job to be done. They installed our meter pole exactly to local city/ state codes, and completed it in a very timely manner! We could not have been more pleased with the project outcome!"
Inside chandeliers
Outside lighting
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Your Home Solar, LLC
5.0(
19
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Afton, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everyone from the start of working with this company was great. We had solar panels installed back in 2022 and the company then they went under federal control. I had called multiple companies, no one was willing to help except your home solar. We needed a permit to get the solar up and running which also meant the state inspection. Anita, Landon and all of the other employees that we encountered in this process made it a very easy process. I would recommend this company to anyone looking for solar or that needs to get panels they have up and running."
Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
119 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Service Pro Electric LLC
5.0(
10
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+3 more

Serving Afton, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex was very professional. Great communicator and planner. The estimate he gave was right on and matched my own expectations. Clean work, punctual and verifiable. I plan on using Service Pro again on future job. and planner. Had a service update and changeover from 100 amp fuse box to 200 amp breaker box. Alex didn't miss a beat. Thank you sir for making us feel important."
EV Charger
EV Charger
Panel Upgrade
Panel Upgrade
Troubleshooting Light

+4

72 neighbors recently requested a quote
Baggetts Electrical Services
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+2 more

Serving Afton, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had a car charger installed and was really happy with the work. He was responsive, showed up when he said he would, and the install came out clean and professional. Everything was explained clearly, the work area was left neat, and the charger works exactly as it should. Definitely someone I?d recommend if you need electrical work done."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

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.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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. 

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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