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Q: What size of diesel generator do you need to run a house?

• <div><p>Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/electrical-load-calculation.htm">electrical load</a> of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.</p><p>In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. </p></div>

Q: Can you plug a generator directly into your house?

• <div><p>No, this is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and you should never attempt it. If you connect your generator to your home without a transfer switch, the generated power can backfeed, essentially flowing back into the utility lines. Backfeeding exposes a significant threat of fatalities or harm to you and utility personnel, in addition to jeopardizing the structural integrity of your home.</p></div>

Q: Can you switch fuel types for a whole-house generator?

• <div><p>In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.</p></div>

Q: How much horsepower do I need?

• <div><p>If your home already has a grinder pump and you&rsquo;re still noticing issues (like frequently clogged toilets and sinks), it could be time to upgrade your grinder pump. Start by checking your existing horsepower. If there are four or fewer people living in your home, using a 1/2-horsepower grinder pump should be sufficient. Larger households should consider investing in a 1-horsepower grinder pump to maximize wastewater removal efforts.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to install a generator?

• <div><p>The typical <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-generator.htm">cost of a home generator</a> is around <b>$5,000</b>, but prices range from <b>$400 up to $13,000</b>, depending on a few factors. The most significant cost factor is the generator size, as larger generators that can support more square footage usually cost more. You can install an emergency backup generator for between <b>$500 and $2,000</b> or a partial-home generator for between <b>$2,000 and $6,500</b>. Whole-home generators usually total between <b>$5,000 and $13,000</b>, with some models climbing as high as <b>$18,000</b>.</p></div>

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Last update on October 04, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Los Gatos Electric provided a great turn key operation. Jim coordinated delivery of the replacement generator, also coordinated enlarging the cement pad and installation of the unit. He replaced my 25 year old generator with a Generac Generator. And hooked it up to the existing automatic...
Los Gatos Electric, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2024
GWES did a main electric panel upgrade on our house. Clean work, good communication and punctual with timing. My go to guys for all things electrical.
GreenWorld Electric Solutions LLC.
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Reviewed in June 2024
Quick, professional work with competitive pricing without sacrificing quality. Showed up on time and got everything done efficiently and flawlessly. I have gotten several different services done from Warner Electric over the years and continue to be pleased with their work. I always recommend...
Warner Electric
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Reviewed in January 2024
Joe and his crew installed multiple different items at our house over the last couple years. -A generator transfer switch. -New can light fixtures. -Replaced all interior outlets. -Ran conduit on our back pergola for installed multiple outlets and a ceiling fan with a hard wired on/off...
LoDolce Electric
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Reviewed in July 2021
I called Don and inquired about getting my RV Onan 4000 generator repaired. It would start then run a few minutes and shut down. Don ask a few questions and quickly guessed it to be a failing fuel pump. He said he had to the parts in stock and could come to my RV site and repair it the next...
Don's Electric Service
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Reviewed in November 2023
Everything thing went perfectly. When it was all do e Craig explained how Everything worked. He and his crew are very professional
MacQuarrie Electrical Services
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Reviewed in July 2020
They were great! Very professional, knowledgeable, honest and reasonable. They didn’t try to push the most expensive option on me like the other companies I got a quote from did. We will be using them again and referring our neighbors too them! Thanks Genjazz!
GenJazz Building & Electrical Solutions
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Reviewed in November 2022
They were on time , which is rare nowadays, very professional appearance, very neat and clean, and completed all work on time...I would absolutely use them again and have recommended them.
Electrical Pro
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Reviewed in March 2021
He is very knowledgeable and responsive. He even helped us order a generator, he put in beautiful lighting, and he rewired a hot tub. We would highly recommend him and we would definitely hire him again.
Combs Electric
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Reviewed in February 2021
He was very responsive. We had delay with a faulty switch but once it was delivered he was very efficient to get the work done. I would definitely use his services again.
ARC Lighting & Electric
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