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Avatar for Power Services Company, LLC
Power Services Company, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Hamilton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They went above and beyond for a generator install"
Adams County Generator In
Bank Generator Install
Work Shop install - Iowa
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MW Energy LLC
5.0(
7
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Hamilton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The most professional contractor Iâ ve ever worked with. Our home turned out perfect, and cost was very clear and reasonable from the start."
Panel Replacement
Before Panel Replacement
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

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.

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

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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