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John Templeton
4.8(
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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John came when he said he would come and did what he said he would do. This in itself is amazing. He was courteous and worked extremely hard to finish the job on time. The price was very fair. I would highly recommend John Templeton for your electrical work."
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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Morgantown Electrical Contracting, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kent Snider owner of Morgantown Electrical Contracting LLC and his two employees that installed our Generac generator were true professionals. They were very thoughtful,polite and did excellent work. Also, Kent was very good at communicating and letting us know step by step the operation of the installation. We would highly recommend this company."
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Worry Free Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had used Worry Free Electric in the past and had very good service. I called James Costello again for some outlet relocations, new outlets, and new light fixtures installation/replacement. I was supplying these new light fixtures. I told James what I wanted to achieve, and where I wanted the new outlets and ceiling lighting fixtures located. He made some recommendations and suggestions, did exactly what I wanted and beyond with the addition of some three way switches for the lighting circuits. The whole experience was above my expectations. James Costello will be my first call for any future licensed Electrician project!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fishers of Men Generator Repair
5.0(
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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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
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Graham-Simon Plumbing, Co.
4.5(
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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Mike, the tech, had been doing this for 26 years and really knew what he was doing. I was worried about what I was going to get, never having heard of the company, but they were great."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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OMGS Handyman Service - Home Facebook
5.0(
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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an emergency service project and I was able to get in touch with Jamie quickly and he came out right away and fixed the problem in no time!"
Response time2 days
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

The average cost to install a home generator is $5,200, but total costs can range from $500 to $18,000 or more. The final price depends on several factors, including the generator's size, type, brand, fuel source, and the cost of labor and assembly. The generator's size is the most significant cost factor, as units that can power larger homes with higher energy demands cost more.

Cost breakdowns by generator type are typically as follows:

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

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

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

To ensure you get the right size unit for your needs without overpaying, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes from qualified installers to find the best fit for your budget.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

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.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

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