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Florida Solar Contracting, LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+2 more

Serving Hastings, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Florida Solar Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

Response time11 hrs
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Trademark Electric
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Hastings, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Trademark Electric was founded in 2012 & has grown into being one of Generac’s top Power Pro Prestige Dealers in Florida. We are a state-certified electrical contractor, with Generac certified technicians who are qualified to install, service and handle warranties on both residential and commercial Generac Generators. Our office staff are educated and ready to assist with any of your generator needs from scheduling your FREE consultation, to permitting & installation, to maintaining the longevity of your unit.

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The Generator Guys
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Hastings, FL and surrounding areas

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%
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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.

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.

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.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

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. 

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