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Avatar for M. W. Butler Electrical, LLC
M. W. Butler Electrical, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

M. W. Butler Electrical is proud to be a family owned and locally operated business that has been serving the community since 2006! With years of experience and unmatched expertise, we can help with any and all of your electrical needs. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair price. Our customers know that they can count on us to be timely, tidy and when the job is done that they will be 100% satisfied with the work completed. Let us show you the M.W. difference, get in touch today!\n-$150 diagnostic fee applied to job when hired

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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Puckett Electrical Service
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Simply put, Scott does electrical amazing work. Not only was he fast, his work was precise and cleanly executed. Showed exceptional electrical knowledge (as expected) and was very thorough in pricing, in the work. Saved me quite a bit of money for DIY suggestions too. Even went as far to replace a broken switch during a Bathroom lighting install! My wife and I plan on hiring again no questions asked."
Replaced solar lights with real low voltage lights.
Installed some mini recess lights to enhance this customers picture.
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Chesterfield
4.6(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian came in to give me an estimate about some lightening rods that I wanted reinstalled after a roof installation. He informed me that technology is outdated and I need to upgrade to a surge protector and after discussing what my current electrician was going to do, he gave more info to chew on. Thanks Brian!"
Low voltage lighting
Low voltage lighting
Panel change out
Panel change out
Panel change out

+8

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

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. 

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