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Avatar for Cummings, Inc.
Cummings, Inc.
4.2(
280
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Vashon, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was impressed how quickly they contacted me to discuss my project, within in minutes I had someone schedule to come and look at the site and discuss what we needed. One week later there were at my house replacing the generator. The tech arrives on time and provide on-going update on the process. They left the project site so clean you would never know I have any work done in the area. I would highly recommend."
Coleman Furnace
Heat Pump Replacement
Heat Pump Install
Change out a Coleman Furnace
Boiler system

+1

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
198 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Rock Electric
Rock Electric
4.2(
13
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving Vashon, WA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rock Electric was great. We had electricity brought to a new shop in our backyard. The Rock people were on time, they stayed in touch while we were scheduling and rescheduling. The initial visit went well and all the little details were worked out in a straightforward manner. No issues when we requested the work be permitted either. They were accommodating and professional When there was a question about the trench we dug that we thought met specs they reached out immediately and made sure they were ok to proceed. The job was done quickly and the permitting inspection was also done at the same time. Great customer service. They did a fine job of staying in touch for time frames. After initially speaking with some other outfits that never got back to us or did not show or call for their scheduled appts it was refreshing to work with a group with conscientious, communicative, customer oriented people. We would definitely hire them again if a project comes up. Thanks guys."
Entertainment System & Bromic Heaters
Entertainment System & Bromic Heaters
Entertainment System & Bromic Heaters
Entertainment System & Bromic Heaters
Entertainment System & Bromic Heaters

+47

Response time12 hrs
Response rate99%
476 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for GEORGE'S ELECTRIC, INC
GEORGE'S ELECTRIC, INC
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+2 more

Serving Vashon, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time12 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mercurio's Heating & Air Conditioning
Mercurio's Heating & Air Conditioning
4.3(
12
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Vashon, WA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Very responsive and professional on our first visit .Technician Charles Monday gets a five star review based on his thoroughness and professionalism .We have two old AC units that are not functioning well as they were installed when we moved to the house 21 years ago .Mr Monday came on time and spent hours in the attic taking care of a leak and cleaning the furnace and filters and motor ,and we are grateful .He explained each step and consulted with me and took photos to document the problems encountered .Whereas we are contemplating replacement due to the age ,we feel we got our problem taken care of until the nest step which is a replacement of our units .I was impressed with his knowledge base and how he took so much time in making sure the AC was in running condition when he left ."
Gas Furnace Replacement
Gas Furnace Replacement
Ductless Heat Pump
Heat Pump Installation
Furnace Replacement

+2

Response time7 hrs
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for BLUE DIAMOND ELECTRIC LLC
BLUE DIAMOND ELECTRIC LLC
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Vashon, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Thank you for visiting BLUE DIAMOND ELECTRIC LLC. We are your locally owned and operated electrical specialist based in Puyallup, WA. We service residential clients throughout Pierce County and the surrounding areas. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

New Construction
Panel Upgrade
Meter/Panel Upgrades
Meter Upgrade
Meter upgrade

+11

Response time2 days
Avatar for Washington Generators
Washington Generators
4.5(
10
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Vashon, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent. Both installers, gas and electric, were superb. Prompt, arrived as promised, very professional, friendly, and thorough. Started at 7:30am and completed by 4pm. Set up cement pad, installed gas piping, new transfer box, etc..... showed how it’s works."
Gas piping and electrical conduit
Gas piping and electrical conduit
Generac Automatic Transfer Switch
Gas piping and Electrical conduit
Completed Generator installation

+31

Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for As You Wish Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air
As You Wish Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air
4.6(
822
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Vashon, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave from As You Wish did an excellent job completing a significant electrical project in my 1950's home to install multiple circuits in the living room and kitchen, Ethernet fiber and under cabinet lights. He is professional, experienced, and led his team to complete the job on time and with high quality. I highly recommend his work!"
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+1

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Ion Electric LLC
Ion Electric LLC
4.6(
40
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Vashon, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

"Kris is the owner of Ion Electric. Ion is new and I gather just getting started. But Kris is an expert electrician with many years experience in the field, and handled my call to request scheduling for electric services very professionally. He was patient with my questions and took the time to understand the issues I was having with my house. Ion was timely, accurate, and very professional at all times. The service was scheduled for the day after I called, which is rare. Shane is the electrician that performed the work. He is highly skilled and knowledgeable with a lot of electrical experience (20+ years). He arrived on time and wasted no time beginning work and getting the job done. This job took several hours to complete because I needed the following services: Replace an improper external ground wire in my home's electrical system by adding a new solid copper ground wire and new acorns on the rods. The wire had to be buried to meet code, so there was some digging that Shane had to do. Shane also upgraded the electrical panel with 9 new arc-fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) combination breakers in my existing panel to match 5 previously installed AFCI breakers. This brought the panel up to current code. Shane recommend Arc Fault Combo breakers specific to my panel as they are safer than the previously installed GFCI breakers and can prevent potential fires caused by arc faults. A little Internet research on my part helped educate me about AFCI and confirmed Shane’s recommendation. After all that, Shane upgraded an existing plug outlet to a tamper/water resistant ground fault outlet and relocated the outlet because it was too close to my on- demand gas water heater (A big safety risk! Thanks for catching that one, Shane!). My house was rewired about a decade ago and the wiring was fairly current. However, there was some sloppy work done by the previous homeowner, and Shane made some great recommendations based on items he found to be either unsafe or outside of the standard of practice today. I felt that he was not upselling me. I asked about the quality of my panel and he was honest and pointed out a number of options to improve safety and upgrade to current code. Shane also checked all of the ground connections in the panel and found many of them were lose. He tightened those. I am somewhat familiar with electrical work (my Dad was an electrician), so I knew enough to tell that these guys know what they are doing. They are both licensed and bonded (I checked the WA gov site). They did a great job and I am very satisfied with Ion. The amount charged was as quoted. Since this was a fairly big job and I asked for some important upgrades, the job was expensive but worth every dollar. Finding an experienced and honest electrician is sometimes challenging, so when you find a couple of very good ones that know electrical and are honest, don't worry about cost. Expertise and quality is what you want. There is no substitute for safety where electrical wiring is concerned (Dad hammered that into me and my brothers’ heads repeatedly). My home and my family are much safer today for having these electrical system upgrades by Ion."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

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.

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. 

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.

With proper maintenance, a whole-house generator can last between 20 and 40 years. The specific lifespan depends on how often and for how long the generator is used, and some models may have their life expectancy rated in hours of operation. To maximize its lifespan, expect to spend around $150 to $300 per year for annual maintenance checks from a qualified technician. During these checks, a technician will inspect the engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels. Consulting your installer and choosing a low-impact fuel like natural gas or diesel can also help ensure your generator lasts as long as possible.

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