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American Electrical Solutions, Inc.
4.7(
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Generator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Orange, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Seriously a great guy and did exactly what I needed. Also made it look clean and like it was supposed to be on the house. I know for sure we will be using him again for any projects we end up wanting done. Thank you for everything!"
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Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Stinnett Electrical Services
5.0(
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Orange, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Stinnett is a reminder of how good a business can be in an age where concern for quality and customer satisfaction is not always what it should be. I will describe them as follows: Friendly, prompt, efficient, meticulous, knowledgeable and very reasonable in their billing."
Response time50 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M. W. Butler Electrical, LLC
0.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving Orange, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

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 by100%of homeowners
Robertson Electric
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Orange, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Robertson Electric, we're proud to serve our community, and we look forward to keeping you comfortable for many years. With a dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction, our professional team provides award-winning service in heating, air conditioning, electrical, plumbing, and indoor air quality in Charlottesville, Virginia, and surrounding areas.\n\nOur founder, Bill Robertson's vision of delivering exceptional service at a reasonable rate has guided us for over 50 years. As one of the largest full-service companies in the area, we take pride in serving long-standing customers, ensuring their homes are comfortable year-round.\n\nWe believe in customer service, guaranteed satisfaction, and a commitment to quality. Our expert technicians handle every job with precision and care to ensure the best service and customer experience possible.\n

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Charlottesville Generators
4.8(
9
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Orange, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

"Gave a thorough description of the product and description of installation. Received generator much earlier than expected. Just installed yesterday and expect total hook up shortly. Looking forward to having the annual maintenance plan with this company. They were very responsive and I feel fairly priced. I have recommended them to many of my friends."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evergreen Electric LLC
4.9(
36
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Orange, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We wanted to try a local contractor and came across Evergreen by chance.  It was an excellent experience.  Thad was knowledgeable and professional and easy to work with.  The crew was exactly the same.  Nice, respectful, competent.  The worked around my crazy schedule as we had other improvements going on.  They had a slight delay in getting the generator as there was a back order, but called and let us know and we worked around it.  Laurie in the office was equally good and kept us in communication on details or things to do and schedule etc.  I could not be more happy with the experience on such a big purchase.  They were always accommodating and helpful.  The Generator and switch were high quality and I think the price was fair.  They even did some easy side things for us for no charge.  We will definitely use them again soon to install an attic fan."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

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.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

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.

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