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Q: Do I need a permit to install a portable generator?

• <div><p>You may need a permit for a portable generator if you&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: What happens with the generator when the local power goes back on?

• <div><p>If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you&rsquo;ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.</p></div>

Q: How long can a whole house generator run?

• <div><p>As long as they have enough fuel, whole-house generators can run for weeks at a time (400 to 500 hours) without suffering too much wear and tear. However, this type of extensive use isn&rsquo;t ideal if you want to extend the life of your generator.</p><p>Two important points. First, some generators may need you to periodically check oil levels every day or so and refill as necessary for safe operation. Second, if your generator uses a fuel tank, keep it regularly full so it doesn&rsquo;t suddenly shut off. Many backup generators can run through a full tank in a day when they are powering large portions of a home.</p></div>

Q: How much does portable generator installation cost?

• <div><p>Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.</p></div>

Q: Is a home generator a tax write-off?

• <div><p>Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.</p></div>

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Last update on November 17, 2025

Reviewed in December 2024
Terrible service. They installed a generator at my 91 year old mother?s house. They cut the lines for the sprinkler system during installation and took no responsibility. Even worse, two days ago the electricity went out for the first time since installation and the generator did not come on!...
Storm Guardian Generators
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Reviewed in November 2024
BUYER BEWARE!!! I will update this review IF the generator I contracted for gets installed. Apparently, the LLC entity that previously operated as Generator Supercenter of Nashville is in some sort of financial difficulty, and the franchise operations have been taken back by the...
KLG LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
BA installed a secondary breaker panel and a generator inlet I wanted for power outages. They were very proficient and professional. Everything was done in a very timely manner. BA is very responsive, and did the work at the time they promised. I highly recommend them and will be using them...
BA Electric
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Reviewed in April 2023
Installed a transfer switch for my home generator, to power up my house when I lose power. Was always in communication with me about what what needed, did a great job , quick and easy. Awesome service, will call again when needed. Thanks Dan
Daniel Sheeran
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Reviewed in January 2019
We have used Chuck Hooper for 4 tile installation projects over the last several years. He is a true professional that understands all the technical aspects of preparing and installing tile. He has completed installations of very expensive tile so intricate that architectural drawings were...
Chuck Hooper Tile
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Reviewed in June 2016
excellent, my niece liked the work so well, she had a patio taken away and a new one installed, she was delighted, very excellent workmanship, wanted to give him a thumbs up for his work. i would recommend these guys in a heartbeat, a third generation business. Very courteous, did his work in...
Blue Ribbon Concrete Services LLC
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Reviewed in October 2014
Installers were professional. They worked hard to keep gas and electricity outage at a minimum during the install. My husband has ALS and has to have his respirator on all the time, plus electric bed and other medical devices. We are in a part of our electric company area where there is not an...
Current Electrical & Generator Services
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Reviewed in May 2014
We originally hired Mike's Complete Home Services company to install tile and a steam generator for a new steam shower, which seemed a relatively straight forward project. We quickly learned that we had water damage in a couple of places requiring repairs outside the scope of the original...
Complete Home Services LLC
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Reviewed in May 2010
They were a subcontractor to a general contractor. We would not recommend them. Their installers were not very careful and did not do a very good job. They had to have a different crew come back and redo the work. They were slow to get it scheduled. It actually took three tries to get it fixed...
Floorz
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