Generator Installation

Trusted Generator Installation services in Springfield, VA

The weather in Virginia can get quite harsh and storms very destructive, both in the summer and winter. This could lead to power outages, which many Virginians have already faced in the past. It is no fun being without power, not even for a short time, especially during the cold months of winter. It could cost you a pretty penny having to toss all the spoiled food from your refrigerator then buying more. With a Generac Standby generator installed, you never have to worry about this happening since it keeps all your appliances running during power outages.

However, Generac Generator Installation in Springfield, VA. should always be done by a trusted professional for it to work properly. That is part of what we do here at Vancelectric. Our technicians are certified, factory trained, and follow all state and national electric codes, manufacturer recommendations, and plumbing codes when making necessary fuel connections. We also stock maintenance kits and Generac parts to ensure your installation goes smoothly and quickly. So, you can rest assured you will have a safe, reliable generator to fall back on when the power goes out.

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Why Generator Installation in Springfield, VA Should Be Done By A Professional

It may seem like a wise choice to have your friend or neighbor install your standby whole house generator for half the cost of a professional installer, but remember you get what you pay for, which could mean only half the job done right. This could cost you a lot more in the long run since your generator could fail if it is not installed right. Another thing is safety risks, not only to you and your household but to your neighbors. There is a lot more involved in installing a standby generator than you may know. This job requires special tools, parts, knowledge, and skills for a proper install.

There are several important things to consider when choosing the right location to install your generator: safety, local ordinances, and cost, and efficiency. For safety purposes, you need to choose a location that will not pose a threat of carbon monoxide to your household and your neighbors. You will also need to know and follow local and state ordinances and home-owners association restrictions and guidelines. Finally, for cost and efficiency, installing your generator close to the electric meter and gas lines will reduce costs and increase efficiency.

Your standby generator should be installed on a flat, solid base. While some smaller air-cooled generators are already equipped with a composite base attached to the bottom, larger, whole-house generators may require preparing a flattened surface for installation. This can be done with pea gravel or a concrete slab.

It will take some special equipment to get a thousand-pound generator down from a semi-truck. The installation will require connecting fuel lines, installing a transfer switch near the main breaker, and more. Finally, tests will need to be done to ensure safety and proper functioning.

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"I HIGHLY recommend Vancelectric! We wanted to install a generator. After calling for a couple different quotes, we found they really took the time to explain the various models and the installation process involved. They do professional, clean work. It's refreshing to find a contractor that's dependable as well. We will certainly call them back for more projects."

- Lisa G.

★★★★★

"This company is excellent. I don't know how they could have anything but 5 stars. They fixed work that other electricians could not fix. They were on time, polite, friendly and just outstanding overall. I strongly recommend them."

- Ryan F.

★★★★★

"This was the fourth bid I had gotten for installing a whole house generator. The company came out to provide a quote very quickly, were extremely helpful in explaining all of my available options, and had a very competitive price. Furthermore, I felt very secure in their knowledge of what they were doing. Cannot list a single fault in the service I received."

- John M.

★★★★★