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Frank Blankenship Properties & Electrical
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Serving Peterstown, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Quick to answer the phone unlike many electricians out there. When he says he will be there on certain date and time his crew will be there. His crew work hard. Affordable electrician."
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Frank Blankenship Properties & Electrical, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Peterstown, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Frank Blankenship Properties & Electrical is just what you needed to light up you life, or main focus is Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures, Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade, So don't sreach in the dark for a good electrican when you are ready to hire call us.\n

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Fox Fire Electric, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Peterstown, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Here at Foxfire Electric we take pride in our work! We are ready to complete your projects with over 30 years of work experience, a specialization in electrical application, and knowledge across all facets of construction. Customer satisfaction is the cornerstone of the way we conduct business, and we strive to give quality service. Give us a call for a free estimate and competitive pricing!

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C&D electrical LLC Scrap metal and Trash Hauling
New to Angi

Serving Peterstown, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

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We have 17 years of experience. C&D Electrical LLC Scrap metal and Trash Hauling. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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AJ&J's Electric & On-Site Welding
New to Angi

Serving Peterstown, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

AJ&J's Electric & On-Site Welding is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 25 years of experience serving Mullens, WV and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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.

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.

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.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

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