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Jensen Electric LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Boone, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great people to work with. Everything was done to expectations."
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Bedwell Builders
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Boone, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed the electrical service on my Shop replaced, called Bedwell Builders and they were quick to get me a quote, and replace the panel. Went above and beyond and worked with my schedule. Will hire again to do other projects when needed. 100% recommended"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Bedwell Builders
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Boone, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everyone at Bedwell Builders is great to work with. They show up when they say they will, they do a thorough job, and are very communicative. As a realtor, they’ve done several jobs for me, sometimes last minute. They’re dependable, reasonably priced and provide great service. Highly recommend Bedwell Builders!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Busy Bee Electrical Services
5.0(
27
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Boone, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David responded immediately to my request for electrical installation with a call to me to schedule a time to come to my house to see what electrical work I needed done and give me a quote. He was out to my house the next morning at 8:00am!!! I got other quotes from 4 other electrical companies and Busy Bee had the most competitive quote so I asked if he could come that Friday and he said yes and was there by 9:30am and did an excellent job…exactly what I’d asked for, done so well it even looks better than I’d hoped it would. He is licensed, insured, professional, yet personable and friendly. I also found him to be prompt and efficient, honest and trustworthy. I’ve referred him to a realtor that manages several properties for her to begin using Busy Bee to do all of the electrical work that needs to be done to the properties she manages. You can’t go wrong in hiring Busy Bee!"
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Jenson Electric, LLC.
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Serving Boone, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were great to work with. Dana completely understood my project and sent me a very fair bid the next day. The work was completed the following week, exactly as promised. Dean and AJ were great; very knowledgeable and friendly. I will definitely call Jensen with future electrical needs."
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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Cannon Solar
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Boone, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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 portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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. 

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 run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

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