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The Generator Guys
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Fruit Cove, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installation was professional and neat. Jim Scites (owner) is extremely knowledgable on Generac products and on electrical codes and procedures. Nationwide is a top notch electrical contractor and a certified Generac installation/service/maintenance dealer/contractor."
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
Power & Control Installations, Inc.
4.3(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Fruit Cove, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Actually, Power and Control Installations did much more than install electrical switches, outlets and fixtures. They installed a new 20 amp breaker, and ran wiring 60 feet underground to my new shed. The electrician they sent out was very professional, courteous, and answered all my questions. The work was completed to my satisfaction. I would highly recommend this company to others."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bill Fenwick Plumbing, Inc.
4.5(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Fruit Cove, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Bill Fenwick Plumbing, Inc. is a Jacksonville, Florida, business that has been offering service to its customers for 40 years. We are a customer-oriented company that arrives on time, uses only quality parts and does the work right the first time.\n\nWe value your opinion and realize that you may have additional questions. Please take a moment to complete our form for more information, quotes, or appointments, and someone from our staff will contact you as soon as possible.

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Tison Inc
4.3(
32
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallGenerator - Install+1 more

Serving Fruit Cove, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris Ayarza came in and completed the job perfectly, even helped with assisting on a couple electrical jobs I had planned to take on myself. When the job was completed, I noticed the AC stopped blowing cold air but they came in next day to finish up with labeling our new panel and also spent some time to fix the issue. Overall great experience and learned some new tricks too"
Electrical Project
Home automation
Home theater
Outdoor grill, and outdoor theater
Home automation

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
78 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Howard Electrical Services Inc.
4.0(
34
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Fruit Cove, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initial guys on the job said they couldn't do it, but main office was very responsive and they sent another guy out, and he helped the other guys get the job done pretty easily. I definitely appreciate when a main office can step up like this and not simply let guys walk away. They got it done!"
Specialty light
New Construction
Kitchen
Family Room
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

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