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Campbell & Company
4.6(
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Serving Walla Walla, WA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

HEATING, COOLING, ELECTRICAL, SOLAR, PLUMBING, AND\nDRAIN SERVICES IN THE TRI-CITIES & YAKIMA, WA\nSpeedy Response - Expertise and Experience - Efficient Troubleshooting - Quality Workmanship - Transparent Pricing - Excellent Customer Service\n\nAre you facing an HVAC breakdown, a plumbing emergency, electrical issues, or considering a solar energy upgrade? Look no further! We are your trusted experts in HVAC, plumbing, electrical repairs, generator needs and solar energy solutions, and we're here to solve your problems swiftly and efficiently.

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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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AllSet Home LLC
4.9(
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Serving Walla Walla, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My solar panel system had electrical problems and the original installer has gone out of business. Solar Panels were not listed specifically about so I chose something close. The Allset technician worked with the manufacturer, and made the repairs. Everything is working well now."
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Desert Star Electric Inc
4.4(
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Serving Walla Walla, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The price was a little bit high. They had to do a lot of cement work to install this patio light. He built a substantial concrete structure to secure this light because of the high winds we have in this area. Yes, I would use them again in the future."
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JBC Group Solutions Inc
4.0(
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Serving Walla Walla, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

"I have been using them for 3 years for multiple projects and would not go to somebody else. They also built a cabin in the woods. It was built 10 miles from the road so it was like carrying all the stuff up the path. They also did the garage and remodeling of the house, mostly kitchen and a little bit of plumbing work in the bathroom. I am still using them and I would be using them for the next thing that will be coming up too."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

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. 

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. 

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.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

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