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Murphy Family Electric
4.4(
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Serving Fairlea, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"I gave an A rating, despite some bumps on the scheduling. The A rating was earned by Danny and the work he did to get the various new light fixtures installed, both inside and outside. We have more fixtures to be installed, and we will have Danny back to finish the job."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
Grose Electric
5.0(
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Serving Fairlea, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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\nCompany is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Fishers of Men Generator Repair
5.0(
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Serving Fairlea, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"I am more than pleased with the service I received from this company. Nathan is by far a caring human being. When the big companies couldnâ t help me out, he was there to service My Generac and he has been there ever since whenever I need him. Iâ ve been using this company for at least the last four years. And will continue to gladly call him when needed."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
DAVE HINKLE ELECTRIC, INC.
4.3(
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Serving Fairlea, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

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Emergency services offered

"Dave Hinkle Electric is an amazing company for your electric needs and repairs! They have great knowledge about what they’re doing, and very professional! Dave Hinkle Electric has been great help of mine and others that I know! Give them a call and they’ll get the problem fixed or installed! 10/10 I highly recommend!"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Rose Electric
5.0(
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Serving Fairlea, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

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"Phil and his staff are very professional,friendly and most important knowlegeable. We recently bought a 40 year old home. He installed 6 can lights in our previous dark kitchen and anew dining room light. He also put a led light in our previous dark basement laundry room. Fixed safety hazards in our attic. I would highly recommend his company. We are so happy we found him."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CURRENT ELECTRICAL SERVICES LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fairlea, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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"He returned my call immediately and arrived on site with all parts that were needed. His workmanship is flawless, he is a true professional, and most important is the trust in the work he completes. He follows the state and local codes to a tee. I would not hire anyone or another company except Austin to do electrical work."
Response time20 mins
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

Homeowners can often access federal tax credits, such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which covers a percentage of installation costs. Many states and utilities offer additional rebates, grants, or performance-based incentives. These programs can significantly lower your upfront investment. Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) or contact your local energy office for current offers.

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.

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.

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