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Scotty's Electric Company
4.5(
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Serving Post Falls, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Timely response. Laid out an installation plan that made sense, used some existing infrastructure that would prevent additional cost and overall cost estimate was well within reason. Work effort is ongoing due to adverse weather and trenching requirements. ( I have an electrical/electronics background and degree. I am to old to do the work myself)."
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Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Connection Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Post Falls, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Connection Electric installed two beautiful chandeliers in my new home. Steve, the owner, is a Master Electrician who provides an amazing, reasonably priced service. He was professional, kind, and fun to work with. When there was a glitch, he offered solutions. I absolutely recommend Connection Electric for great work and customer service. Steve is my new go-to person for any electrical project: he really brightened my day! 𠤩"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Glacier Bay Electric, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Post Falls, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I wasnâ t quite sure how best to approach my project and I found Roy to be highly knowledgeable, competent and helpful. The project was completed beyond expectations at a reasonable price and fully permitted. I would definitely hire Roy for any electrical needs in the future. Great to work with too!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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All Phase Electric & Controls LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Post Falls, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

Lake town custom home
Electrical panel
Downtown spa circuit
Response time1 day
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National Electric & Construction Inc
New to Angi

Serving Post Falls, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With 25 years of experience, National Electric & Construction Inc 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.

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JA Bertsch Heating and Cooling LLC
New to Angi

Serving Post Falls, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

J.A. Bertsch Heating & Cooling is a family-owned HVAC and electrical services company based in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Founded in 2005 by owner Joel Bertsch, the company specializes in residential heating, air conditioning, heat pumps, indoor air quality, water heaters, electrical services, generators, and preventative maintenance programs. Serving communities throughout North Idaho, including Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Hayden, Rathdrum, Sandpoint, and surrounding areas, the company has built a strong reputation for customer service, technical expertise, and community involvement.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

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.

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 might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home

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