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Avatar for Richard Biechler Electric, LLC
Richard Biechler Electric, LLC
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Bellevue, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

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"Review by BILL K in Dubuque. Projects: installed bathroom fan, heater & light. Rewired the junction box in the detached garage to restore the use of the overhead double door. Knowledgeable, professional, prompt. I recommend this contractor very highly. Will call on him again should the need arise."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
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Powerup Electric
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Bellevue, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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Warranties offered

"Fantastic service, and competitive prices. The powered up guys did a great job installing my new electrical panel. They were very professional and took the time to make sure I got everything I needed taken care of. I will be using them again and again."
Whole Home Generator Installation
Added Can Lighting to Kitchen
Bathroom Light Fixture
Whole Home Generator Installation
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+7

Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Meister Electric
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Bellevue, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The professional pays attention to details, he makes sure the jobs done right on the first time."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cannon Solar
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Bellevue, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

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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.\n

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

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.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

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