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Avatar for J&CO. Electrical Services LLC
J&CO. Electrical Services LLC
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Grafton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. \n\nWe have over 20 years of experience in Electrical been in business for 6 years. We are very punctual and trustworthy. We focus on quality and make sure the customer is 100% satisfied. We come out and give free quotes. And offer 24 hour service. We look forward to earning your business!

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Worley's Home Services
4.6(
154
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Grafton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Salesman and installers were friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. Price was fantastic. Installation was quick. They’ll be my go-to company for all my homeowner needs!"
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+21

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RS Andrews of Tidewater
4.2(
205
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Grafton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1979

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

ARS is a trusted service provider in heating, air conditioning, and indoor air quality. Our courteous HVAC technicians are available 24/7 to provide you with expert service and repair. Our Comfort Advisors are ready to help you make the most effective installation or replacement decisions based on your home comfort needs. We are licensed and insured Estimates provided before work begins Major credit cards accepted. 100% financing with approved credit Residential and Commercial.

Generator Installation
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Electrical Side-Work, LLC
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Grafton, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jay did an outstanding job! He showed up right on time and was very professional. He installed a new GFCI breaker and ran a new outlet about 50ft through my crawl space to allow me to run my dehumidifier on a dedicated source. His work was fast and of very professional quality. He will be my first call the next time I need any electrical work done!"
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+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Quantum Electric LLC, Handyman Repair Services - Home Facebook
4.9(
11
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Generator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Grafton, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Quantum because I needed to have a 30amp plug and transfer breaker circuit installed for my generator to connect to my house. Quantum also added a 30 amp service to my garage for my camper hook up. Mike made sure the project was done to code and looks great also. He was very professional and completed the job in the time promised. Both projects were very fair priced. I have had contractors and neighbors ask for his information after seeing the great work on my projects. I highly recommend Quantum and will use them again for sure."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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.

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.

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.

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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