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Inline Electric, Inc.
4.2(
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Ethel, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

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Inline Electric, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Truworx electric llc
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Ethel, WA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The installation was excellent, Kaden. He demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of his work and applied himself diligently. He even completed the task ahead of schedule. We were thoroughly satisfied with his service and wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone in need of electrical work."
New build
New build
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Low volt lighting
Low volt lighting

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Fusion Electrical Services, LLC
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Ethel, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technicians arrived on time. They were very courteous and professional. They answered all of my questions. They cleaned up the worksite. They installed a level two electric vehicle charger that I moved from my previous residence. I would highly recommend Fusion Electrical Services.."
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Shop
Bathroom fan
Stairway light
Stairway lights

+5

Response time2 days
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

Many services include assembling the unit and securing it in the window. Confirm with your provider.

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.

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