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Lane's Electric LLC

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Lane's Electric LLC

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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
29 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Lane's Electric LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Did a amazing job, was on time and was quick"

Joseph K on September 2025

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Lane's Electric LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Did a amazing job, was on time and was quick"

Joseph K on September 2025


Badger Power Systems LLC

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Badger Power Systems LLC

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13 years of experience

Stand-by and portable generator sales and service. Authorized servicing dealer for Generac, Kohler, Kubota, and Kipor generators. We have two fully trained and certified technicians available 24 hours a day.

Stand-by and portable generator sales and service. Authorized servicing dealer for Generac, Kohler, Kubota, and Kipor generators. We have two fully trained and certified technicians available 24 hours a day.


NORTH AMERICAN POWER SPORTS AND SMALLL ENGINE

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NORTH AMERICAN POWER SPORTS AND SMALLL ENGINE

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42 years of experience

NORTH AMERICAN POWER SPORTS AND SMALL ENGINE, Is a service center for lawn mowers, outdoor power equipment, and small engine repair, along with ATV and motorcycle repair. We sell SNAPPER lawn equipment and DOLMAR chainsaws.

NORTH AMERICAN POWER SPORTS AND SMALL ENGINE, Is a service center for lawn mowers, outdoor power equipment, and small engine repair, along with ATV and motorcycle repair. We sell SNAPPER lawn equipment and DOLMAR chainsaws.


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Central State Electric Corporation

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Central State Electric Corporation

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Welcome to Central State Electric! If you live in Stevens Point, Wausau, Marshfield, Appleton, Plover, Oshkosh or the surrounding cities in Central Wisconsin, you can depend on Central State Electric for a broad range of electrical contracting services. In addition to standard residential, commercial and industrial construction wiring, our areas of expertise include panel upgrades, maintenance programs, and the installation of standbye generators, pool and spa electrical systems, custom lighting, fire alarms, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors. Established in 1983, we are a fully licensed electrical contractor with one goal in mind, quality electrical work at competitive prices. Call us for your next electrical needs.

Welcome to Central State Electric! If you live in Stevens Point, Wausau, Marshfield, Appleton, Plover, Oshkosh or the surrounding cities in Central Wisconsin, you can depend on Central State Electric for a broad range of electrical contracting services. In addition to standard residential, commercial and industrial construction wiring, our areas of expertise include panel upgrades, maintenance programs, and the installation of standbye generators, pool and spa electrical systems, custom lighting, fire alarms, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors. Established in 1983, we are a fully licensed electrical contractor with one goal in mind, quality electrical work at competitive prices. Call us for your next electrical needs.


My Classic Car Trader LLC

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My Classic Car Trader LLC

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53 years of experience

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020


Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

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