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McBride Electric
5.0(
18
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Serving Lancaster, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

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 rate88%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HR Phoenix Electrical Services
4.5(
482
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Serving Lancaster, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Phoenix electrical is owned by Paul, a master electrician, who does the initial consultation to figure out a quote, he is very direct and honest but easy to talk to and work with. Their customer service is excellent, they kept me well informed throughout the process and were very friendly and accommodating. Pheonixs quote was fair without question, his crew had a tough job installing a generator transfer switch kit set up, I live in a house built in the late 80s, so, the electrical system is a bit older and they ran into issues but they worked non stop and persevered through the challenges, found solutions, and completed the job as promised. Without question, I recommend Phoenix Electrical, and I will certainly seek them out first for any future electrical work. Thank you."
Kohler Generator
Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
5.0(
5
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Serving Lancaster, 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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Right Way Electrical LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Lancaster, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"What i noticed first off was the peace of mind. Rightway Electric assured me they would take care of the problem and they did!! Expertise in their craft Hospitality, timely, detailed Customer satisfaction Awesome team work! I could go on. I am totally satisfied with this company. They saw me thru several days without electricity. It was disconnected on a Monday @7:30a and re- connected Thursday between 7-9a. During this time Right way Electric, furnished generators, and left a team member to be here when the electric company showed up. A phenominal, young man, expert in his knowledge. Courteous and respectful young man. If I could give more stars, i would."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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LEGENDARY ELECTRIC, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Lancaster, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee assures you that we won't leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

Panel Replacement
Panel Replacement
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Republic Home Services LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Lancaster, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

When you need air conditioner repair services, heating maintenance services, or general plumbing services at your Ellis and Dallas County home, you need an experienced local company you can trust. Call our technicians at Republic Home Services, LLC! We bring more than 150 years of combined experience to every job. Whether you need furnace repair, drain cleaning, 24 hour heater services, clogged toilet repair, emergency AC repairs, or kitchen plumbing services, our experts perform quality work every time. We offer 24/7 emergency HVAC, plumbing, electric, and window services, so you can call us any time you need help. Our technicians will also update you when they?re on their way to your house.

Original heater
New Heater
New Heater
New Panels
New Panels

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Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cool Hand Electric LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Lancaster, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I needed an additional lighting fixture wired in and mounted above our pantry as well as an outdoor outlet in our patio ceiling, Cool Hand crushed it! They were extremely respectful of our home and wore disposable booties over their shoes every time they had to come inside from the attic or backyard. The install was extremely clean & professional, and of course worked flawlessly. Luke was very kind to our curious daughter who didnâ t make his job any easier! We wouldnâ t hesitate to hire them for the next project, they are 1st class."
Breaker Box Breaker Panel
Training Room
Open Splices
Broken Splice
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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.

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.

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