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Horak Electric Inc
4.9(
24
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Lincoln, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My pro jon horak did a professional and fantastic job. Would hire him again in a heart beat."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Joshua Ashley LLC
5.0(
4
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Lincoln, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"J A Electric was on time, did the job faster than expected, and beyond my expectations. I would highly recommend them for any of your electrical needs. Five stars all the way. Clayton Brunson"
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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Jaxten Blackburn
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Lincoln, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Good quality work at a good price. Punctual and hard working till the job is finished. Honest and straight forward with customers.\n

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Elevate Electric, LLC
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business+2 more

Serving Lincoln, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Matt is very professional with his service. His knowledge and experience are excellent. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs electrical work done at home or business. Thank you Matt you made my shop complete."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Abacore Electric
5.0(
3
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Lincoln, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"we were satisfied with the work performed. john was professional and listened to our needs & did the work immediately. we will be using him for future work that we discussed."
Eve lighting
High eve lighting
Placement is key to great lighting
Garage lights
Side porch lighting

+7

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Inrush Electric, LLC
4.4(
9
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Lincoln, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nate and Catherine made the whole experience quick and easy. We asked for quite a bit of work with removing pot lights and adding new fixtures, such as a chandelier and ceiling fan. They also rewired the ceiling and added Alexa enabled switches. Their estimate was very close to the final price and they were done so quickly, keeping everything clean the entire time. We are so pleased with the results and look forward to reaching out to them for our next projects. I would highly recommend Inrush Electric!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

If your home already has a grinder pump and you’re still noticing issues (like frequently clogged toilets and sinks), it could be time to upgrade your grinder pump. Start by checking your existing horsepower. If there are four or fewer people living in your home, using a 1/2-horsepower grinder pump should be sufficient. Larger households should consider investing in a 1-horsepower grinder pump to maximize wastewater removal efforts.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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