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FIT ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING
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Serving Arcadia, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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"FIT Electrical was great to work with and did exemplary work. Zack was able to come out the same day as my request for bids on Angie’s List. His bid was the lowest for replacing our electric panel, the riser to the house (FPL house connect) and the meter socket. We were having a whole house generator installed and they requested, last minute, that the panel be replaced. Zack was able to get our permit and set up a date with FPL in a timely fashion. He was a great communicator, sending me confirmation of permits given, FPL appointments made, and inspection times. He communicated with me by phone as needed and was always quick to respond. The electrician on the generator install complimented the work done by Zack and Elijah, noting how neat and clean the job was. It was seamless working with Zack. His skills and craftsmanship are exceptional. I would recommend him to anyone who needs electrical work done. He proved that what he believes he delivers: Great work at a reasonable price."
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Jeff Masters Electric, Inc
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Serving Arcadia, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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Jeff Masters Electric has proudly served Southwest Florida homeowners and businesses for 40 years. As a veteran-owned and family-operated company, we specialize in high-quality residential electrical work including panel upgrades, whole-home generator wiring, EV charger installation, lighting design, and more.\n\nWhether you need help with a full remodel or a quick service call, our licensed electricians deliver honest work with upfront pricing and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Based in Punta Gorda, we serve Charlotte, Sarasota, and Lee counties.\n\nCall us today for reliable service with integrity.

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Florida Standby Power Systems
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Serving Arcadia, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Florida Standby Power Systems is A great company to work with. They are professional and have very high standards. The work they do is done correctly, on time, and professionally. I would recommend them for anyone who has industrial generators that need to be serviced or repaired."
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Bo's Generators
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Serving Arcadia, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

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For over 50 years, Bo's Electric has been the local generator experts of South Florida. Committed to delivering the utmost customer satisfaction, we offer cutting-edge security and safety solutions at highly competitive prices. We install and maintain generators so that our customers always have the power they need.\n\nOur team is not just trained, but also seasoned with rich experience, having catered to numerous local clients over the years. By choosing Bo's Electric, you're opting for unparalleled expertise, timely service, and the assurance that all your generator needs will be addressed with meticulous care. Florida generators are our specialty.

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West Green Light LLC
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Serving Arcadia, FL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great experience! The chandelier was installed perfectly, the price was fair, and the work was completed in a timely manner. Professional, reliable, and high-quality service. Highly recommended!"
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load 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.

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. 

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

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. 

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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