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LONE STAR ELECTRIC SETX, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Vidor, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I call mr. Jacob, about my front yard lamp post. I had an issue with it not coming on at night time, Mr. Jacob gave me an appointment time, he inspected and told me what he could do to repair the light! He ordered the parts and came on back out and put the light back in service for me. This is a very professional business! Thank you lone Star Electric for taking care of my issue!"
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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A&A Electric Company of Beaumont LLC
New to Angi
Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Vidor, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are a highly motivated electrical customer support representatives with 43 year branded company and the longest running generator dealer in Southeast Texas! When it comes to customer service we do not play games especially since everyone seems to forgotten what it means but not with us! Because here at A&A Electric.....Your Family!

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Generator SuperCenter of Beaumont
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Vidor, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Generator Super Center was very professional did a great job and met all of my expectations. From Sales quote and explanations of the generator all the way to installation and crank up the job ran very smoothly just as expected. Thanks for all the help."
Response time2 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Griff Co. Electric
4.9(
6
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Vidor, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very friendly and knowledgeable. Not only repaired my issues but explained how it worked, why it happened and how to prevent it from happening again. They also came free of charge for a follow check up when I thought I was having an issue, but it turns out it was a misunderstanding on my part so the technician taught me once more and things have been perfe t since. I will never use another electrician."
Response time1 day
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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. 

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

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.

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