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Defused Electrical Innovations LLC
4.9(
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Serving Notus, ID and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The install of the generator went very well. The project exceeded my expectations. It was completed on time. The workmen were polite and respectful. The work site was cleaned up. All questions were answered to my satisfaction"
Kitchen Lighting upgrade
Generator installation
Indoor LED lighting
LED Lighting
Driveway lighting

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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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King James Electric, LLC
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Serving Notus, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kristian installed a mini split AC system in our home. He is an amazing person and highly knowledgeable and professional as an electrician! I highly recommend him for your projects."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Volt Basin Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Notus, ID and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience. My ceiling fan installation went very well. Everything was done quickly, efficiently and with no problems at all. He even helped me change the frequency on our other fan so it would not interfere. We are very happy with Volt and highly recommend."
Response time4 hrs
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G Ranch Electric LLC
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Serving Notus, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by11%of homeowners
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Krayn Electric
5.0(
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Serving Notus, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Justin contacted us quickly to set up a time to come to our home and give us an estimate on the cost of installing a new outlet. He was able to get the job done fast and it was exactly what we were looking for!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate89%
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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. 

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

The average cost to install a home generator is $5,200, but total costs can range from $500 to $18,000 or more. The final price depends on several factors, including the generator's size, type, brand, fuel source, and the cost of labor and assembly. The generator's size is the most significant cost factor, as units that can power larger homes with higher energy demands cost more.

Cost breakdowns by generator type are typically as follows:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500–$2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000–$6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000–$18,000

To ensure you get the right size unit for your needs without overpaying, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes from qualified installers to find the best fit for your budget.

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. 

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.

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