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Avatar for R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Ellington, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He is extremely attentive to your needs . What he says will happen , does! He keeps all appointments and thoroughly explains what he plans to do. He is one of the most reliable, ethical , conscience businessman I have ever dealt with. I have recommended him to friends . He actually went out of his way to help Ill friends deal with their generator problems even though he had not installed it. He made arrangements for someone to fix the generator when he was not able. Highly recommended !"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
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TJF Electric LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Ellington, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It is rare these day to find an electrical company owner who actually cares about his customers. Tyler is very personable and wants to truly get to know his clients. A++ In customer service. He replaced out 12 circuit electrical panel which was basically rats nest of electrical wires. This was very time consuming for him while Chris worked on moving and installing a new electrical meter. I would highly recommend TJF electrical for any of your electrical needs whether the Job is big or small! He also is available 24/7. Meet Tyler for yourself a see the customer service that he has brought to his business. Thank you Tyler for taking care of our electrical Needs!"
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Onlehane, LLC
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Serving Ellington, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim is the best electrician we ever had. He is professional, He has keen listening skillss, he is a phenomenal communicator and the overall best electrician you would want doing work in your home. Tim is the electrician for you. If you get anyone else, you'll be sorry. Call Tim. You won't regret it. HE IS THE BEST OF THE BEST!"
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+10

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HARP Home Services, LLC
3.6(
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Serving Ellington, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to book online with us today!

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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 home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

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