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Mountain Man Electric LLC
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Serving Malaga, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Offers commercial services

"Mountain man electric has done everything from wire some new 220v outlets in my shop to installing led lights in some custom cabinets I built. Very professional and incredibly talented. I’ve seen him get more done by himself than a four man crew."
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Parmount Electric, LLC
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Serving Malaga, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is the company you want to work on your house or business. They were punctual, respectful, and was very diligent and intentional with the work they delivered. Would recommend this company to anyone I care about."
Paramount Service
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ADU Meter & Disconnect
Sub-Panel Repair/Replacement
Meter & Mast Repair

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Hines Enterprises
New to Angi

Serving Malaga, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

With several years of experience serving the Ellensburg area, Hines Enterprises is the solution for all your Electrical Install needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We develop lasting relationships so that the next time service is needed there's no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Call us today!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

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.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

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