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Avatar for Quality Electrical Services, LLC
Quality Electrical Services, LLC
4.9(
28
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Rainelle, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Great service Trustworthy and definitely quality work and I saved money Job was done on time and was ahead of schedule with excellent communication and customer service."
Ready for Coffee
Commercial panel
Under Soffit Porch Lights
Rustic porch light
New hallway fixture

+12

Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RDP Electrical Services Plus, LLC
5.0(
21
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Rainelle, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great, Roger came in a blinding snowstorm and fixed the generator!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fishers of Men Generator Repair
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Rainelle, 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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Rose Electric
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For BusinessPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Rainelle, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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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McSweeney Electric
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Rainelle, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nate was the one who came out to install our home charger and he was amazing. He went over what I wanted and where best to execute the procedure. I was very impressed with his knowledge and his attitude, very approachable and would definitely hire again when I am in need of electrical services."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mister Sparky of Southern West Virginia
5.0(
2
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Rainelle, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very timely, friendly and informative! I do reccomend this company highly! I will use in the future."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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

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