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Avatar for Pacific Home Electric, LLC
Pacific Home Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Sumner, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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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
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
Custom Electrical Contractors, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Sumner, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We don't know how the end of the job and the price will turn out as we had a few extra's to do. They guys were very professional, courteous, and took care not to make a mess even wearing shoe booties each time they left and entered the house. We have had some inspection issues but that was not their fault. Overall I would highly recommend this company."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Swiftwater Electric & Solar, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Sumner, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

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Warranties offered

"David was very professional and very knowledgeable regarding all aspects of installing our solar system. Saved us a lot of money and was a pleasure to work with."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Crimson Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Sumner, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Crimson Electric was superb in every way. They went out of their way to really make this process painless. I would happily recommend Crimson Electric to anyone who needed electric work done."
Response time50 mins
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Copper Creek Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Sumner, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Jagg Services proudly serves Western Washington with top-quality HVAC, electrical, and general contracting services. Our expert team ensures your home or business stays comfortable, efficient, and safe. We specialize in heating and air conditioning systems, electrical installations, and reliable home generators.\n

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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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