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Andrew's Electrical, Inc.
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Avondale, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David quoted us a great price for the install. Dustin came out a few days later and did a great looking install and even mounted my charging unit on the wall for us. I recommend Andrew's Electrical."
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Sand and Sun Electric, LLC
5.0(
24
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Avondale, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Kelvin to install some ceiling fans. He was pleasant, skilled, and efficient. We were so pleased with his work that we have used him for several additional electrical projects. Each time he provided estimates, completed the work on a timely basis and we were extremely pleased with the results. He is experienced, knowledgeable, and very pleasant to work with. We recommend him without reservation."
Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Bumble Bee Home Services - E
4.5(
2,088
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Avondale, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Bumble Bee Home Services is a fully licensed, bonded, and insured plumbing contractor in the state of Arizona. We provide both residential and commercial plumbing services to clients in and around the Glendale and Phoenix areas. \n \nOur record of providing exceptional plumbing service has earned our plumbing and drain company an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, as well as glowing reviews from customers. In fact, our customers believe we?re the best plumbers in Glendale and Phoenix because we always offer responsive, customer-focused service and first-class plumbing solutions. \n \nWe back up this commitment to being the best plumbers in Glendale with a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. Making and keeping our customers happy is how we?ve been successful at building our business on great referrals! We?re here for you, ready to provide top-notch, friendly service, along with exceptional workmanship and optimal value.

Trenchless Pipe Repair
Drain Unclog
Drain Unclog
Drain Unclog
Home Plumbing Inspection

+9

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Lotus Electric
5.0(
1
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Avondale, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Did a wonderful job! Owner was great at communicating with us about what the issue was and what he recommended for us to do. They were quick to get back to us with a date/time that they could come do the job. Reasonable price and did the work in a timely manner. We will be recommending Lotus Electric to our family and friends!"
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Chandelier Install
Chandelier Install
Sconce Install
Ev Install

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

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.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

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 natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

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