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Colson's Electrical Services LLC
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Serving Century, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Colson's Electrical Services LLC is a locally owned and operated electrical contractor proudly serving Nassau County and surrounding Northeast Florida communities since 2018. We are fully licensed and insured, providing reliable, high-quality electrical services for residential and commercial projects.\n\nAs a local company, we treat every customer like a neighbor, not just another job. From small repairs and panel upgrades to EV chargers, generator installations, remodels, and new construction, our team shows up on time, communicates clearly, and completes work safely and efficiently.\n\nWe believe in doing things the right way; no cutting corners, honest pricing, and workmanship you can trust long after the job is done. Your home or business matters, and we take that seriously. If you need a dependable electrician, we?re here to help.

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Generator Solutions of SWFL, Inc.
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Century, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

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"Steve and Michael were outstanding from start to finish! Always available to answer your questions. Seamless process throughout, from estimate, to locating placement of tank and generator, in-ground tank installation, city inspection, and generator running instructions. I have absolutely no reservations in recommending Steve and Michael Cardenas!"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Selectricity
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Serving Century, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect! This company is always on time, returns calls and is there when they say they will be there! Harold was a great electrician and he was also a great teacher in that he instructed me how to manage my electrical needs using the equipment he installed. It’s a source of comfort to know that I have a company I can depend on !"
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Coastal Power LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Century, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

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We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

Recommended by27%of homeowners
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The Home Depot - Generators
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Century, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Today, we're proud to be the world's largest home improvement retailer. In 2,300 stores across North America, we aspire to excel in service – to our customers, associates, communities and shareholders. That's what leadership means to us. That's The Home Depot difference.

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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.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

If you’re wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.

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.

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.

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