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Southern Power Systems, LLC
4.9(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Ball Ground, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Randy Hamrick(owner) was very thorough answering my questions and follow up. The installation crew was pleasant and efficient. Generator installation was completed on the date promised."
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Generator Installation
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Generator Installation

+2

Response time2 days
85 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Malcom Hicks Electrical Services
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Ball Ground, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pleasant, professional, on time, did a very neat job at a reasonable price - will call them again if I need electrical work done. They also told me that they do both solar power and generator installations."
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Pendant
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Pendant Lighting
Can Lighting

+16

Response time3 days
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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M.J. Power LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Ball Ground, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over a decade of experience, we offer licensed and fully insured electrical services that prioritize both expertise and reliability. We ensure the highest standards of craftsmanship, delivering top-quality workmanship in every project we undertake. Clients can rest assured knowing that their electrical needs are in capable hands, providing them with peace of mind and confidence in the safety and efficiency of their electrical systems.

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Britebox Electrical Services
4.5(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Ball Ground, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Customers say: Super punctual

"Great experience with BriteBox Electrical Services. Cory Henderson was professional, respectful, and easy to communicate with from start to finish. I showed him where I wanted the outlet installed, and he handled everything with precision. He took the time to protect the work area, safely shut down the circuit, and completed a clean, high-quality installation. The workmanship was excellent. I’ll definitely be requesting Cory again for future projects. Highly recommend!"
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Premier Generators
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Ball Ground, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Premier Generators has helped homeowners and businesses across the Southeast protect what matters with reliable Generac home standby generators for over 30 years.\n\nWhen power goes out, your generator is designed to start automatically and restore power within seconds, helping keep your home or business running smoothly. We start by learning what matters most on your property, then guide you through a clear process: right-sized recommendations, permitting, installation, and complete start-up and testing.\n\nOur relationship does not end at installation. We provide service and maintenance to help your system stay ready, including routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs. Ask about maintenance plans and support options, plus warranty coverage that can extend up to 10 years.\n\nWhether you’re protecting a whole home or a commercial site, we’ll help you choose the right solution for your needs and leave you feeling confident, informed, and prepared long before the next outage.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

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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