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Pinellas Generator and Electric
4.4(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Palmetto, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful, they came when promised and completed the job in one day. We had hired another company to do the job but when we received their quote we fired the other one and had Pinellas Generator do the work. I will call them again when we have an electrical problem and will recommend them to all of our friends."
Mounted Generator
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+20

39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Power Moves Electric LLC
5.0(
11
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Palmetto, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Whenever you're in the market for a reputable electrician in Sarasota, FL, to provide electrical installation, repair, or replacement work at your home, Power Moves Electric is the only name to know. Our trained and licensed crew is available to serve you. Rest assured that we'll deliver fast responses and top-notch workmanship to keep your electrical wiring and fixtures in good working order.

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+5

22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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A-1 Florida Electric Contractor Corp.
4.6(
50
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Palmetto, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would like to highly recommend A1 Florida electric for all your electrical needs Diosberto is very courteous,professional and punctual. They upgrade my home electrical panels and Roddy his electrician, and Francisco his helper were A1+ they were meticulous with quality workmanship,affordability,and punctual I am very appreciative and highly satisfied. I wish I could give 10 stars. This is the company you can trust with all your electrical needs in your home or business.Will use them for all my future electrical needs and repairs."
Meter Installation
Rv 50 Amp Hookup
Commercial Electrical Panel and Gutter
Commercial Job
Electrical Desconective 600 amp

+7

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Richard's Plumbing & Electric
4.3(
192
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Palmetto, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I wanted a small update / remodel of my kitchen , new sink,faucet,garbage disposal and dishwasher .The dishwasher needed electrical and all new plumbing. I called Richards and immediately spoke to Renee. Renee told me they could meet all my need and they proceeded to help and guide me on what I needed regarding the garbage disposal. She told me to make sure I measured correctly . As I shopped for these items I touched base with her several times to make sure I had the right things like a faucet that would fit the sink and the holes that came with it. Renee was invaluable, always patient and very knowledgeable.She certainly made my comfort level literally a lot more â comfortableâ . She told me the costs up front and about how long the job would take considering new electric and some new plumbing would need to be run. On my big day Michael the plumber and Caden and Charlie the electricians arrived on time. They all got right to work. When the project was finished the new wall socket matched my others and during this project install the grout around my counters was broken and Michael regrouped all around the counter top , looked better than the original. All the lctrical line and the new place in the electric panel looked very nice. Michael also â educatedâ me for which I was grateful like since I am a snowbird put a little olive oil in the disposal when I leave to cut down on possible rust. He showed me the disposal warranty told me it was free and crawled underneath the sink to take a picture of the numbers so I could do the free registration for the warranty. When they all finished they brought in their shop vac and proceeded to sweep up their mess. These three men were professional, knowledgeable ,showed great respect for myself and my home. I asked Caden to look over my electrical panel to make sure it was all up to â snuffâ which he said. This whole project started with Renee and the comfort I felt in talking to her, she was never hurried always answered all my questions and was so knowledgeable. She just plain understood what I was trying to do when I told her everything I wanted was just plumbing and electrical. My job is wonderful I walk around my new kitchen and just canâ t stop smiling. Richard you have quite a staff and I would recommend them to anyone that wants a top notch job done at a fair price. These men charge by the hour and not one minute was spent not being productive and with this pandemic they were all masked. Thank you Renee, Michael, Caden and Charlie."
Drain Replacement
Drain Replacement
Response time1 day
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Florida Standby Power Systems
5.0(
2
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Generator - Repair - For Business

Serving Palmetto, 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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Elite Heating & Air
4.7(
10
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Palmetto, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Since 1999, Elite Heating & Air has been serving Bradenton, Sarasota and Manatee counties with top-quality HVAC and plumbing services. With more than 30 years of experience, our licensed and insured team provides quality work and great customer service every time. There's no job too big or too small for us. We guarantee same-day services and estimates, and offer a 100% money back guarantee on new installations. Give us a call at (941) 377-6962 to request an appointment or to receive a FREE estimate!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

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.

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

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

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