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Stallings Electric
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Amazing communication, in this industry that’s very hard to find. Got in and had the whole house rough wired in just a couple days. Used quality materials and installed everything cleanly. Asked me lots of questions about placement of fixtures and outlets to insure I was happy. Highly recommended. B. Taylor"
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Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sunrise Electrical Contracting, Inc.
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon (Sunrise Electrical) responded next day to my email. Visited job day after, explained replacement and upgrade to main (burned up) panel, current grounding requirements, , and permit process. Submitted bid next day. This type of work may be twice as expensive as youâ re thinking, but you probably need licensed, bonded , etc. with good equipment and crew. We were confident they would do the job as described. They worked hard to prioritize our repairs even though the our county was in the midst of disastrous storms and there were several emergencies they were dealing with concurrently. Their work included exterior stucco around new panel and crawling under house to attach the new ground wire. They compted us a fix of an adjacent gate latch and repair of a suspect circuit in the garage. Will hire again for repairs or upgrades."
Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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GT Handyman Services and Junk Removal
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I provide a complete property care service, handling everything from minor electrical repairs and general household fixes to full junk removal. Whether you need a light switch swapped out, a ceiling fan installed, or an entire garage cleared, I am your one-call solution. I save you the hassle of hiring multiple contractors by taking care of the repairs and hauling away the mess all at once.

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Thunder electric
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

A warm greeting to all. My name is Carlos, and I'm an electrician with over six years of experience doing residential and commercial work. Over the years, I've gained a lot of experience, and I'm currently studying to obtain my electrical contractor's license. I would be happy to work for you.

Full home wiring
Dustin Baldwin jr
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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Hardworking problem solver who is passionate about delivering consistently high-quality work. I enjoy working with my hands, various types of power tools, and equipment. When troubleshooting I am very reliable at developing creative solutions to complex problems. A quick learner who is willing to go above and beyond to deliver the community I serves with a job well done and done right, ensuring customer satisfaction and public safety. I always takes full advantage of opportunities to learn new skills and/or techniques and enjoys the challenge of learning new material.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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 can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

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