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Lights Out Electric, LLC
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Prichard, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Surfside Services
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Serving Prichard, 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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TruComfort Heating and Air LLC
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Prichard, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

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"The Pro was efficient, very knowledgeable about the process, kept good housekeeping. Job was completed in a timely manner. We are satisfied with the work that was done and would recommend to anyone"
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Irby Electrical Construction & Maitenance
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Serving Prichard, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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Offers commercial services

"Arrived on time. Diagnosed problem quickly and fixed it. Reasonably priced."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sunspark Electric LLC
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Serving Prichard, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

"I have been using matt for my electric needs for years now. He always goes above and beyond with his work. He followed all local code requirements and was patient with me and all of my questions. Highly recommend"
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The Home Depot - Generators
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Prichard, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Today, we're proud to be the world's largest home improvement retailer. In 2,300 stores across North America, we aspire to excel in service – to our customers, associates, communities and shareholders. That's what leadership means to us. That's The Home Depot difference.

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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.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

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