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Amped Up Home Solutions
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

My name is Carson Thrasher. I’ve grown up around the Sullivan area and this is home. I have been around the electrical field for since 2018 when I graduated college. I’ve worked as an electrical engineer for a few years and started my business in 2023. I quit my job in November of ‘25 and am working the business full time. I have five start ratings on Google and strive to maintain a good line of communication with my clients. Honesty and integrity are key in my world and I ensure that as a customer of Amped Up Home Solutions you will receive just that.

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Technical Electric Systems
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very Glad to see such a great person getting started in the Electrical Business in Crawford County. He has a very broad background and experience with many electrical systems. My contact was for a Kohler generator service tech and he has done an amazing job bringing the unit back into great shape. You will have a great experience with Chris and it will be DONE RIGHT, the first time."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Next Phase Power LLC
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

My name is David Michl, and Next Phase Power LLC is built on 20 years of hands-on electrical experience across residential, commercial, and industrial work. From home wiring to underground PVC trenching for services, fuel stations, and farms, I understand how important reliable power is to everyday life.\nProudly serving Jasper County, Effingham, and surrounding communities with dependable service, honest work, and quality craftsmanship. Fully licensed and insured, competitive pricing, and free estimates. Feel free to call or text anytime, and don’t forget to leave a review here or on our Facebook page. Thank you for your support!

Daniel Wallace
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

I’m a hardworking person who doesn’t like to leave projects half finished or looking sloppy, I can be a bit of a perfectionist. I’ve always fixed and built almost everything I needed myself and I take pride in being self sufficient. I’ve been an electrician for a year and half now and before that I was fabricating aerators for private residences. I have a wife and two children, so I can handle the chaos of a whole house remodel even if you decide to alter any details halfway through.

Wabash Electric Heating & Cooling LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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.

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Horrall Electric Inc
5.0(
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Generator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Ironhorse Electric
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Ironhorse Electric is locally owned and operated in the Charleston area. We are a full service electrical company that services both commercial and residential customers. We have over 20 years experience in the home improvement trade and we provide quality work and we are always on time. Please call us today.

Greenhead Home Improvements
New to Angi
Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Greenhead Home Improvements offers repair and remodel solutions to local communities. With a broad scope of projects, don’t be afraid to ask us about your next project. We will gladly listen to your ideas or issues, and offer options and solutions to ensure you’ll receive a service you’ll love!

Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

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.

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