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Mr. Electric of Huntsville
4.5(
95
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Hampton Cove, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was the first time I used Home Advisor to find a contractor. Home Advisor linked me with Mr. Electric who did an outstanding job. They were on time, on budget, courteous, professional, and totally a pleasure to work with. Thomas installed a 50 and 30 amp service for us at our property servicing two RV lots as well as installed a power pole with a meter box for the power company to tie into. Jan was a pleasure to work with as she was the voice for the company dealing from everything from scheduling to invoice as well as general questions. Jan was very pleaseant and professional. We will use Mr. Electric in the future and highly recommend their service..."
EV Charger Install
EV Charger Install
Electrical Upgrade in Home Shop
panel upgrade
panel upgrade

+15

47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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APS Lighting and Electrical LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Hampton Cove, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is our go to electrical contractor for all of our commerical projects. They communicate clearly, arrive on time, and complete everything efficiently and professionally with quality always in mind. Their attention to detail and reliability always help the projects to run smoothly. Can’t recommend them enough for whatever you need done!"
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical
4.5(
38
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Hampton Cove, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electrical, established in 1990, stands for quality and reliability. With our 'Happy You'll Be or the Service is Free' guarantee, we are dedicated to customer satisfaction in Huntsville and the surrounding communities. Our plumbers provide emergency repairs, sewer line service, and expert installation or repair of water heaters. Our HVAC specialists ensure your comfort with preventative maintenance, air conditioning and furnace repairs, for year-round comfort. Our licensed and insured electricians offer prompt emergency response, custom upgrades, and safe, thorough electrical fixes for both residential and commercial properties. Hiller is your trusted provider for all your home service needs.

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Thor Electric, Inc
5.0(
3
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Hampton Cove, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was looking to get recessed lighting for my living room. Was looking on Angi for pros. Brian called me and checked on what I was looking for. Then he made an appointment to visit the house to examine the area where the lights would be installed. Then he gave me a quote on the costs which included both materials and labor. I was impressed by Brian's professionalism and excellent communication. I trusted him and hired him for the job. He showed up on the agreed day and time of the job with his crew. They have done a thorough job with the installation and cleaned up after themselves really well. They even removed my existing ceiling fan and tried to cover the hole where it was hanging. Entire time Brian kept me informed about every single detail and he was easy to work with. I could not be happier with the quality of the materials and the work was flawless. I highly recommend Brian for any electrical work."
LED accent Lighting
LED accent Lighting
My Work
My Work
My Work

+10

Response time2 days
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Southern Gentlemen Lawn Care
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Hampton Cove, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Southern Gentlemen Lawn Care & Home Services provides reliable, professional lawn care, property maintenance, and small home improvement services for homeowners. Our services include routine mowing, edging, weed-eating, blowing, seasonal yard cleanup, and general property upkeep. We also take care of those smaller handyman projects and home maintenance tasks that homeowners may not have the time, tools, or expertise to handle themselves.\n\nFrom keeping your yard looking its best to taking care of the little things around your home, Southern Gentlemen is here to help keep your property looking great and working the way it should.

Work in Progress!
Work in Progress!
Work in Progress!
Work in Progress!
Work in Progress!

+12

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Titan Electrical Contractors, LLC
5.0(
10
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Hampton Cove, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"installed upgraded fuse box from 100 to 200 amp also installed 30 amp box for motor home connection. on time and great customer service to include inspection of completed work. estimate and costs were better than expected. so glad to have TEC do the work will use again for electric work. Thank you TEC!!!"
Greenway Chevy
Grace Life Church
Grace Life Church
Greenway CDJR
SKF Bearings

+5

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

Yes. You can connect your home back-up battery to a generator with its designated charger. Be sure that the output of the generator matches the input requirements for the battery for best results.

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.

To determine the right size generator for your house, you should calculate the total wattage of the appliances and devices you want to power during an outage. List all essential items, note their start-up wattages, and add them together.

Here are some typical wattage requirements for common appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 to 4,500 watts

  • Electric furnace: 5,000 to 25,000 watts

A 7,500-watt generator might be sufficient for essentials like a refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits. However, for high-demand items like a water heater or furnace, a whole-home generator is a better choice. A portable generator may be enough if you only need to power a few critical items.

While home square footage can offer a rough estimate, it is not always a reliable indicator. For reference, here are some typical generator sizes based on square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14 kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16 kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20 kW+

For the most accurate sizing, consult a professional who can calculate your home's peak and average power consumption and recommend the optimal generator.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

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