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Cardinal Heating & Air Conditioning
4.8(
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Serving Dane, WI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were pleased to work with Greg Mair who came to.our house the night of Jan17, 2024 after our 14 year old furnace died. He reviewed our entire system and made recommendations that fit our needs correctly. He arranged for a new furnace to be installed the next day and provided us with space heaters to be used until the work was completed. We will definitely call on Greg for any future needs."
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Advanced Home Services
4.6(
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Serving Dane, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Everything went great. Monty delivered on everything we needed done. He offered suggestions on how to accomplish some items that would work for a particular situation. We would definitely use Advances Home Services again."
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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WireOne
4.1(
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Serving Dane, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The electricians showed up on time and fixed the issue the same day, though they had to leave for a bit to pick up some parts."
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+5

Response time1 hour
155 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Engelhart Electric, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Dane, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I prepared for a major mess in my bathroom figuring that there would be drywall dust all over. I was pleasantly surprised to find that, even though some drywall cutting had been done, there was no dust at all. A completely clean install and my issues were resolved."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Nick Electric
4.5(
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Serving Dane, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went really well. Nick was responsive via email, and he was communicative throughout the process. Nick found a creative way of running power out to my garage, installed a sub panel, added five outlets on individual circuits to my garage, and ran power to my new L2 car charger. I couldn't believe how fast they were able to knock out the project. I like the way that he set things up so that we can easily expand in the future. Nick and his assistant were really nice guys with great attitudes. They worked efficiently, cleaned up after themselves, and did a really nice job. I would absolutely hire them again."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Excel Electric
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Serving Dane, WI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jim was a very good communicator and was able to give a general estimate over the phone based upon an inspection report we provided to him. They were able to come within our timeframe of a week, and did excellent work. Whenever my husband or I contacted Jim about anything, he always got back to us in a very short time. One of the best experiences I have had with any contractor. We would definitely hire again."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Everlight Solar
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Serving Dane, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Installation was prompt and the solar panels have worked great so far. The phone app to track your solar production is also really good."
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+16

Response time2 days
121 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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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