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Vector Electric
4.9(
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Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving American Fork, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Travis called me immediately and arranged to look at the building where I needed 3 new lights installed. I had already purchased the lights. He gave me a very reasonable price and did the work within a couple of days. He showed up on time and did a great job. I would hire him again."
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
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TOR Electric, LLC
4.7(
14
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Fixed Generator - RepairFixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business+2 more

Serving American Fork, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The home I bought in Sandy, UT needed a whole new electrical panel, according to the inspector's report. TOR gave me an estimate, which seemed reasonable, I accepted the estimate, and work was scheduled. The office staff made arrangements with the power company and the city for power to the house to be off for the day so the work could be done. Four professional, friendly TOR employees arrived and began their work on time. They seemed to work well together as a team and all seemed fully competent and well trained. They had the inspector come after they had removed the old panel and had started installing the new panel. The inspector did his work, chatted with the TOR guys for a few minutes, then gave his okay and left. The TOR guys finished their work on the panel, then inspected inside the house to be sure all of the outlets were correct - all had covers, all near sinks had "safety" outlets, etc. They took care of everything on the checklist. After all the work was completed, the inspector returned to give final approval and the power was turned back on. The whole project took about 6-7 hours. TOR went above and beyond, when I requested they add a hot tub hookup. Everyone I came in contact with from TOR did a great job, from office staff to the guy checking the electric outlets. They were professional and helpful, answering all my questions. They charged me the exact amount of the original estimate. I'm very happy with the work they did. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this company for any residential electrical services. Great job!"
Lighting Fixture 1
Lighting Fixture 2
Response time2 days
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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YES! Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing and Electric
3.7(
33
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving American Fork, UT and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Outstanding--contacted me immediately, came out the same day and made arrangement to install my new furnace at my earliest convenience. Very kind and likable people. It was an unusually pleasant business meeting."
Generator Installation
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Recommended by79%of homeowners
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UC ELECTRICAL LLC
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving American Fork, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I service every type of electrical systems. \nMy team and I are dedicated to serving you. \nI have been in the electrical industry For 19 years and have served all over the state and in many specialty projects.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

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.

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