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Rob - Lynn Power Generators, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I have been looking for a reasonably priced generator repair company for some time. The person who answered the phone was extremely courteous and seemed to go out of her way to help me with my service needs. Within 30 minutes the owner called back and based on my description of the problem was able to suggest a simple fix over the phone that I could do and which solved my problem. I will definitely call them for all my future needs."
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MPower Generators, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding experience. On time, took the time to educate me on the required maintenance of my 3-year old generator. Also installed remote monitoring hardware and tested it for me. Will use again."
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+8

Response time1 day
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No Static Electricity
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

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Warranties offered

"Well, my non-working outlets are now working, a new panel needed to be installed, done. And light fixtures installed."
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Response time1 day
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Ivan Handyman
4.7(
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"Ivan did a tremendous job installed my ceiling fans. Fast communication and did quality work. One of our fans needed some drywall ceiling work done and it looks fantastic, blended in perfectly into the ceiling. Greatly exceeded my expectations!"
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Response time6 hrs
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Mr Electric of Lombard
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"Mr.Electric was prompt and called me to schedule right away and they fixed the issue within a day!"
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ceiling fan replacement
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Response time2 days
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Lightway Electric, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Customers say: Quality work

"He did the job well but was not upfront about the final cost. He quoted us $200-$250 over the phone which we thought was a decent enough price so we hired him. However after he installed the fan, he charged us $350. I asked why the price went up $100 and he said it was because it took longer. If that wAs the case, and we were not getting charged a fixed rate, the he should have told us this from the get go."
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American Electric
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Warranties offered

"Alex was very professional and easy to talk to. Very clean installation. Alex was timely and answered any questions I had. I am very happy with installation."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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A to Z Electrical Svc
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Serving Hillside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1967

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bedroom outlet did not work because another electrician installed the ceiling fan incorrectly, A to Z corrected that problem. Also, fan was not working properly--changing speeds by itself. I obtained a new receiver from the manufacturer & A to Z installed the new receiver."
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Response rate97%
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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.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

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

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