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Last update on October 26, 2025

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CM Industries

138 Boxwood Circle
5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro

CM Industries

138 Boxwood Circle
5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

CM Industries 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.

"Great experience ALL the way around from the first consolation to the day of work done carried out first rate all the way have had couple more jobs done and got the same service each time have recommend to several other people 1st choice no question truly feel CM went above and beyond"

John F on December 2023

CM Industries 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.

"Great experience ALL the way around from the first consolation to the day of work done carried out first rate all the way have had couple more jobs done and got the same service each time have recommend to several other people 1st choice no question truly feel CM went above and beyond"

John F on December 2023

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Frank Blankenship Properties & Electrical

17509 Shelton Drive
4.60(
26
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Frank Blankenship Properties & Electrical

17509 Shelton Drive
4.60(
26
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
21 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

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.

"Great guy and does great work. "

Dj H on October 2025

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.

"Great guy and does great work. "

Dj H on October 2025

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Arc Angels

32 Wall St.
5.00(
1
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Arc Angels

32 Wall St.
5.00(
1
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6 years of experience

Best reached by text message -Mobile welding & fabrication -On-site & On-time -Steel -Aluminum -Stainless -Veteran owned & operated -Structural -Gates -Garage doors -Docks -Signs -Ramps -Stairs -Boats -Railing -Carports -Farming -Custom Trailers -Semi Trailers

Best reached by text message -Mobile welding & fabrication -On-site & On-time -Steel -Aluminum -Stainless -Veteran owned & operated -Structural -Gates -Garage doors -Docks -Signs -Ramps -Stairs -Boats -Railing -Carports -Farming -Custom Trailers -Semi Trailers

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Managed Generator Services

8942 Quioccasin Rd
No reviews yet

Managed Generator Services

8942 Quioccasin Rd
No reviews yet
Free onsite estimate

Expert generator repair and maintenance with over 25 years of residential, commercial and industrial expertise on all major brands. Our techs are all listened and reliable giving making us proud to be the industry-leader in response times. We also provide power solution consultations for home and commercial with a special focus on nursing home consultations.

Expert generator repair and maintenance with over 25 years of residential, commercial and industrial expertise on all major brands. Our techs are all listened and reliable giving making us proud to be the industry-leader in response times. We also provide power solution consultations for home and commercial with a special focus on nursing home consultations.

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Smallridge Electric

318 S Florida St
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Smallridge Electric

318 S Florida St
No reviews yet
33 years of experience

Smallridge Electric has been serving the Buckhannon, WV area since 1992. Our team of seasoned professionals will handle your issue in a prompt manner at a competitive rate because we’re fully dedicated to your satisfaction. Due to our long-time experience in this field and the knowledge of our technicians, our services are the most recommended throughout our region. Our company policy has led us to development and growth. We have always followed the demands of the advancing electrical world.

Smallridge Electric has been serving the Buckhannon, WV area since 1992. Our team of seasoned professionals will handle your issue in a prompt manner at a competitive rate because we’re fully dedicated to your satisfaction. Due to our long-time experience in this field and the knowledge of our technicians, our services are the most recommended throughout our region. Our company policy has led us to development and growth. We have always followed the demands of the advancing electrical world.

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Big Bend Generators

34741 Long Hollow Rd
4.75(
4
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Big Bend Generators

34741 Long Hollow Rd
4.75(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Big Bend Generators sells all new. Briggs & Stratton and General Electric Home and Business automatic standby generator systems, all made in the USA. we do the ordering, deliver the system, installation done by my licensed, certified electrian sub contractor, after the sale we do all of the 24 - 7 warranty service includes weekends, holidays.

Big Bend Generators sells all new. Briggs & Stratton and General Electric Home and Business automatic standby generator systems, all made in the USA. we do the ordering, deliver the system, installation done by my licensed, certified electrian sub contractor, after the sale we do all of the 24 - 7 warranty service includes weekends, holidays.

Genteck Repair LLC

195 Winding Woods Ln
5.00(
2
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Genteck Repair LLC

195 Winding Woods Ln
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Genteck Power Solutions is more than a one brand company. We are a power generator company. This allows customers one place of contact for purchase, installation or service their emergency power system. We want to be the generator company you turn to for all your emergency power needs.

Genteck Power Solutions is more than a one brand company. We are a power generator company. This allows customers one place of contact for purchase, installation or service their emergency power system. We want to be the generator company you turn to for all your emergency power needs.

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Childers Enterprises Inc

501 Ragland Rd
4.63(
51
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Childers Enterprises Inc

501 Ragland Rd
4.63(
51
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

With our over 62 years experience, you'll be able to count on Childers Enterprises Inc for all your heating, air, and generator needs at an affordable price. Call us today for a FREE at home or business installation estimate, and ask about our 100% financing (with approved credit). We have been in business since 1951. We have financing available to qualified customers. Otherwise, we are COD. Additional service areas: Summers, Webster, Wyoming & portions of Bland & Giles Counties

"My home has two HVAC systems and I needed the upstairs unit replaced. I waited for over a year to leave the review to see how everything went. Everything is still working great. They did so much of a better professional installation than the original unit I had. Everything was installed perfect and neat. Not one thing I'm not happy with. They even sent out a foreman about half way through the installation to confirm the technicians were installing it in accordance with their standards. Very professional! Highly recommended."

Eugene J on January 2020

With our over 62 years experience, you'll be able to count on Childers Enterprises Inc for all your heating, air, and generator needs at an affordable price. Call us today for a FREE at home or business installation estimate, and ask about our 100% financing (with approved credit). We have been in business since 1951. We have financing available to qualified customers. Otherwise, we are COD. Additional service areas: Summers, Webster, Wyoming & portions of Bland & Giles Counties

"My home has two HVAC systems and I needed the upstairs unit replaced. I waited for over a year to leave the review to see how everything went. Everything is still working great. They did so much of a better professional installation than the original unit I had. Everything was installed perfect and neat. Not one thing I'm not happy with. They even sent out a foreman about half way through the installation to confirm the technicians were installing it in accordance with their standards. Very professional! Highly recommended."

Eugene J on January 2020

My Classic Car Trader LLC

312 Prospect Ave
2.00(
1
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My Classic Car Trader LLC

312 Prospect Ave
2.00(
1
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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

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

As long as they have enough fuel, whole-house generators can run for weeks at a time (400 to 500 hours) without suffering too much wear and tear. However, this type of extensive use isn’t ideal if you want to extend the life of your generator.

Two important points. First, some generators may need you to periodically check oil levels every day or so and refill as necessary for safe operation. Second, if your generator uses a fuel tank, keep it regularly full so it doesn’t suddenly shut off. Many backup generators can run through a full tank in a day when they are powering large portions of a home.

Generator size requirements vary wildly among properties, but typical generator sizes are listed below based on home square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20kW+

Unfortunately, home square footage isn’t always a good indicator of generator size requirements. Instead, you should call in a professional to discuss which items in your home you’d like to run via your generator. They can calculate peak and average consumption for those items and then size your generator appropriately for optimal performance.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

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