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Avatar for Source Electric Services, LLC
Source Electric Services, LLC
4.9(
169
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Melbourne Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Forrest is a professional all the way. I would trust and hire him for any job he can do, and maybe some he cannot. Honestly decent from the heart and concerned about his clients. He took time to guide me through a hands-on start-up of the generator he installed. Forrest made sure to clean the area he worked in and was extremely polite."
Exterior water home
Deflecting light onto home
High quality Interior components
Glamorous home with 40 foot Royal Palms.
Glamorous home

+9

Response time8 hrs
76 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Ellington Air Conditioning & Heat
4.9(
1,660
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Melbourne Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Keep it cool with the help of our factory certified HVAC technicians in Merritt Island, Viera, and all other areas in Brevard County. At Ellington A/C & Heat, we provide quality residential and commercial cooling and heating services throughout Brevard County, including Titusville, Port St. John, Cocoa, Rockledge, Merritt Island, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach, Viera, Suntree, Melbourne and surrounding areas. Multiple Angie's List Service Awards. Award winning.

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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Robles Electrical Services LLC
5.0(
4
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Melbourne Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fast efficient. Had him install a manual transfer switch. Perfect work. Having him back to do additional work later this month. Hire this guy!!!!"
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+8

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Florida Standby Power Systems
5.0(
2
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Generator - Repair - For Business

Serving Melbourne Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

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."
Radiator install
Damaged transfer
Repaired switch
Maintenance
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Banana River Electrical Services LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Melbourne Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steven was own time, find the problem quickly and repaired . Then he helped my mother with the same problem same day. Thank you Steven!!"
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E2 Electric and Home Services Inc.
5.0(
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Portable Generator - RepairPortable Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Install+3 more

Serving Melbourne Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are a fully licensed and insured, family owned and operated electrical contracting and service company that specializes in high quality installations and repairs.

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American Pride Capital Investment, LLC
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Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Melbourne Beach, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I’m a53 year old electrician,just went on my own 2 years ago and blessed by the good lord I’m steady. I have been in the industry for 25 years and enjoy the service work and making customers feel safe and comfortable with my work I have experience in residential commercial and healthcare facilities as well

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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