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Montes Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Socorro, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Montes Construction put in a walkway for me. They answered all my questions and guaranteed that I would be highly satisfied with the end result. I was. Pricing was fair and the personnel were very proficient in what they were doing. End result was a fantastic looking walkway completed in just a few days."
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Rubio's Electrical
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Socorro, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Rubio's Electrical is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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West Star Electric LLC
5.0(
16
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Socorro, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gerardo did an amazing job. He did really good work and very clean. Showed up on time and went above and beyond with his service. Heâ s extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Very affordable also. I highly recommend West Star for all of your electrical work."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Ener-G solutions
4.4(
9
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Socorro, TX and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jesus is AMAZING!! Very hard worker with very reasonable pricing. Being a retired Marine I value Honorable work with INTEGRITY. And, Jesus has BOTH. I’d recommend him everyday. I asked him to be my primary handyman/electrician. I’m blessed to have him for my home needs."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Newco Electrical contractors
5.0(
3
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Socorro, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional consultation provided. They were very knowledgeable and provided exceptional customer service. Very punctual to our scheduled work date, very responsible to clean up after work was completed. Reasonable prices, would definitely hire them for our next project. Highly recommended."
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

Homeowners can often access federal tax credits, such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which covers a percentage of installation costs. Many states and utilities offer additional rebates, grants, or performance-based incentives. These programs can significantly lower your upfront investment. Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) or contact your local energy office for current offers.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

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