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Pacific Home Electric, LLC
4.9(
38
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Fife, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Three electricians worked on the job & completed it in 3 1/2 hours! I was expecting it to be done in 5-6 hours. They even hooked their generator up to my big freezer! The City inspector just checked their work, said it was a job well done! I would definitely hire them again."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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First Choice Electrical, LLC
4.6(
157
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Fife, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish, this crew did an outstanding job of making sure my generator panel and switch were placed logically and cleanly. I really appreciate the time they took, especially Miguel who walked me through each step. Highly recommend."
Jeff measuring for panel layout
Lead Installer Jordan Prepping layout with Jeff
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Solar with Energy Storage
Solar with Energy Storage

+19

Response time2 days
Response rate96%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dan&Ell Electric LLC
5.0(
12
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Fife, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Customer service was excellent, prompt attention to my needs, they were the first to respond, came to the house and gave me an estimate, I called them back to go head with replacing 3 of the outlets with upgrading from 15 amps to 20 amps to handle the power load of my area Heater. I appreciated their diligence, and efficient work ethics. I would hire their services any time! Patrick and Bill were very helpful! God bless. Ash Hussain."
Electrical
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cummings, Inc.
4.3(
282
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Fife, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They listen to what I want it done and didn't add any extras to what they were supposed to do. Did exactly as I wanted and needed. I would recommend this company far above all the other companies that install generators"
Coleman Furnace
Heat Pump Replacement
Heat Pump Install
Change out a Coleman Furnace
Boiler system

+1

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
229 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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. 

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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.

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. 

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