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Premier Generators
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Hixson, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Premier Generators has helped homeowners and businesses across the Southeast protect what matters with reliable Generac home standby generators for over 30 years.\n\nWhen power goes out, your generator is designed to start automatically and restore power within seconds, helping keep your home or business running smoothly. We start by learning what matters most on your property, then guide you through a clear process: right-sized recommendations, permitting, installation, and complete start-up and testing.\n\nOur relationship does not end at installation. We provide service and maintenance to help your system stay ready, including routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs. Ask about maintenance plans and support options, plus warranty coverage that can extend up to 10 years.\n\nWhether you’re protecting a whole home or a commercial site, we’ll help you choose the right solution for your needs and leave you feeling confident, informed, and prepared long before the next outage.

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Two Rivers Electric, LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Hixson, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great! We've had several projects at our house the last couple of years and Two Rivers will forever be our Go-To for all things electrical. Communication is KEY! We were informed at every step and the work was performed quickly and job site was left Clean!"
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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. 

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

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