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Eternal Power Electric, LLC
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Serving Collierville, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"They did a great job on my original electrical job if removing old lights and installing new ones in different locations. So much so that I hired them again to install some bathroom light/fan combinations."
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Response time12 hrs
95 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Freedom1 Electric
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Serving Collierville, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Welcome to Freedom1 Electric, LLC! In business since 2023, we are a full service electrical company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We specialize in both maintenance and new construction for all residential properties, and no job is too big or too small. Serving Ramer and its surrounding areas, be sure to give us a call today! We offer free estimates.

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Wolfe Brothers Electric LLC
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Serving Collierville, TN and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

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"I have never had any problems with any of their work. They do the best job and work until it is finished. One time they were working on the generator they were here until about 10 at night to get it done. They come when you call! I have been using them for the last 20 years and I've never had one complaint! They deserve an A+"
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Response time8 hrs
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Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical
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Serving Collierville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical, established in 1990, stands for quality and reliability. With our 'Happy You'll Be or the Service is Free™' guarantee, we are dedicated to customer satisfaction in Memphis, TN and the surrounding communities. Our plumbers provide emergency repairs, sewer line service, and expert installation or repair of water heaters. Our HVAC specialists ensure your comfort with preventative maintenance, air conditioning and furnace repairs, for year-round comfort. Our licensed and insured electricians offer prompt emergency response, custom upgrades, and safe, thorough electrical fixes for both residential and commercial properties. Hiller is your trusted provider for all your home service needs.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

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.

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

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