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McBride Electric
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Serving Coppell, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1961

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I engaged McBride to install two ceiling fans at my house. The installer, Justin, did an excellent job on both and I'm very pleased with Justin and the work he did for me. For my next electrical project I will be calling McBride."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
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Serving Coppell, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Tri-State Water, Power & Air has been provided products designed to improve the comfort and quality of life of our customers since 1992. Our specialty is Automatic Home Standby Generators. \nWe expect customer service excellence and aim to go above and beyond on every call. With 10 locations across 8 states, Tri-State is always ready to serve you.

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Hilliard Electric LLC DBA KC Electric Systems
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Serving Coppell, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Needed electrical outlets updated and replaced. Also had freestanding generator outlet wired into my existing panel. All was done on time and did not exceed budget. Clark was honest, consultative, efficient, and engaging. Highly recommend!!"
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DALLAS RESTAURANTS
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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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Nmj Electric, LLC
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Serving Coppell, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

At NMJ Electric, we provide dependable, high-quality electrical services for homeowners, businesses, and property managers throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Whether you need a simple repair, a complete electrical installation, troubleshooting, lighting upgrades, panel replacements, or preventative maintenance, our goal is to deliver safe, code-compliant solutions with exceptional workmanship.\n\nAs a veteran-owned company led by a Texas Master Electrician, we take pride in honest communication, attention to detail, and doing the job right the first time. We believe every customer deserves reliable service, transparent pricing, and an electrician they can trust to protect their home or business.\n\nNo matter the size of the project, NMJ Electric is committed to providing professional electrical solutions that keep your property powered safely and efficiently.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

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