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Avatar for Atlas Electrical Solutions LLC
Atlas Electrical Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Atlas was the first electrician company to respond to my request for quotes. All they needed were pictures of my fixtures to be installed and my explanation of pre-installed switches and wiring, in order to give me a quote. Other companies that responded wanted to charge me $75-$100 just to come out and give me a quote. Atlas was able install my 3 fixtures very quickly and did an outstanding job. I will definitely use them again when I have the need."
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+3

Response time5 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Elements Of Energy L.L.C.
5.0(
23
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an excellent experience with Kevin. He installed a very large and complex crystal chandelier in our foyer, and the entire process was handled with exceptional professionalism and precision. This was not a simple installation,the chandelier is heavy, intricate, and required careful assembly and mounting at a significant height,but he approached the job with patience, attention to detail, and clear expertise. He took the time to ensure every component was perfectly aligned and secure, and the final result looks absolutely stunning. The installation was done safely, efficiently, and with great care for our home. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing electrical work, especially for challenging or high-end lighting installations. Truly outstanding workmanship."
Kitchen and Bathroom
Fixtures & Ceiling Fans
LED Recessed lights
EV Charging Stations
Switches & Receptacles

+176

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Raufi Services LLC
5.0(
29
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"You cannot find a better contractor than Raufi Services. We hired Raufi Services to install 240V/50A wiring for a hot tub. They were extremely efficient, polite, and timely. The quality of their work was outstanding--I couldn't even tell they ran the wiring in the house after they were done. They were also very competitive in their cost estimate."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Snell Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC
4.6(
169
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - RepairFixed Generator - Repair+1 more

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with this company from beginning to end. When they gave me an estimate, they spent 90 minutes with me to make sure I selected the right furnace and AC. The crew came two days later and installed the furnace and AC in one day. Great job! Very happy with the whole experience. I highly recommend this company to others."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Benfield Electric Co.
4.9(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Benfield Electric Company is an area leader in the Electrical Service field, serving customers throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland, and D.C. We work with residential and commercial clients and pride ourselves on our capability to meet all types of electrical wiring demands and deadlines. Established in 1968, we are a licensed, bonded and insured class “A” Electrical contractor. We are focused on providing a wide array of services to meet all our customer's needs

Air Cooled Backup Generator Install
Air Cooled Backup Generator Install
Air Cooled Backup Generator Install
Liquid Cooled Backup Generator
Transfer Switch

+9

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Home Service Pros
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are sewer and drain specialists and they do it really well. Reasonable prices, responsive service. We had family visiting and they moved schedules to and to us. We're grateful that they did so."
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+7

Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Michael & Son Services, Inc.
3.3(
235
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The technicians were very polite and knowledgeable. We needed to replace some outdated light fixtures in our basement with brighter and more efficient lights, and they installed much better fixtures. They did great work!"
Electrical Services
Electrical Services
Present Information to Customers
Arriving at Home
Fully Stocked Trucks

+11

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

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. 

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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.

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