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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(
19
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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

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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. 

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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