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Avatar for A-Lectric Company and Contracting, LLC
A-Lectric Company and Contracting, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Lillian, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Robert reaches out immediately once I inquired about the generator. He steered me in the right direction, provided the product, and did the install! My client was very pleased with the outcome. I highly recommend this company and Robert."
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Response time2 days
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On Time Service
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Serving Lillian, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, found the issue and got my portable generator running like a top. Their ad and company logo is true."
Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Selectricity
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Serving Lillian, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Besides the fair pricing, I couldn't imagine any company giving better service than Selectricity, from the initial quote to the completion of the job, Selectricity had excellent responsive communication, the wiring installation crew was always on time, courteous, efficient and professional. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I would highly recommend Selectricity for all of your electrical needs."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Redline Power Systems
5.0(
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Serving Lillian, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Work was performed in an excellent manner. Owner is very professional and caring about his work and does it neatly. Above all, he is a very trustworthy and honest person and is reasonable in his pricing. I would highly recommend him/his company for any electrical work."
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Power Surgez LLC
4.5(
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Serving Lillian, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had to have a ceiling fan and light replaced; also light switches needed rearranging as well as a stacked switch installed. I called Power Surgez and spoke with Kenny (very kind and professional) on December 2nd around noon, and to my surprise, Kenny immediately assigned 2 electricians to come to my home early the following day (December 3, 2024). They completed all the work in approximately 2 hours. I love that Kenny not only dispatched his workers to my home, but he also communicated with me regularly. The 2 young men (John and Camden) who came to do the work were very polite, friendly and respectful. They were very attentive to what I needed done and patiently explained and answered my questions. They thoroughly cleaned up and left my house as they found it. I give Power Surgez, 5 stars along with the highest recommendation. I will definitely be calling Power Surgez for any future needs. Thank You for a Job Well Done."
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Elkins Electrical Services & Contracting, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Lillian, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great people. Professional, nice, informative and reasonably priced"
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Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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Surfside Services
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Serving Lillian, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Surfside Services really made the whole process of getting a generator very easy for me. I never knew there were so many steps. But luckily they handled it all from start to finish and I did not have to worry at all. Thank you Surfside Services. I will be using you for all my home service needs!"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Colson's Electrical Services
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Serving Lillian, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very professional, extremely knowledgeable, and on time--they did a visit to see what the project entailed, then came back with parts to do the job. Steve explained everything to me and offered a couple of options to connect power. I will definitely call him first when I have the next project and would recommend his company to anyone needing electrical help."
Response time6 hrs
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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. 

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