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ElectricMasters
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Greendale, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did not use their service, however, they responded quickly to the Angie's List request for providers and gave an instant quote on site performing the estimate. Others, providers took up to two weeks for a final estimate. Very professional presentation and is a top rated service provider for their represented generator brand. Would consider them on future and/or add-on products based on my experience and their good ratings."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
4.3(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Greendale, IN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It was pretty rocky. At first. Several appoints made by Tri-State no one ever showed up.Crew showed up to install the Generator before the site survey and did not have necessary equipment or cooperation of Electric or gas company nor call before you dig had been notified. I called Tri-State to warn them the call before dig had never been preformed. They said they'd take care of it, did not happen until right before installation crew came back the second time. The first time they were here they could not have installed the generator even had they had all the parts because none of the utilities had been marked. Finally after about three months the Generac was installed and working. I had several questions that I could never get answered by calling Tri-State. One of the installation team had to come back a couple of weeks later to replace a damaged part and he answered all my questions. The guys who installed the Generac were great, the problem is your guys operation center and call center as far as I can see do not communicate very well. Anyway the generator has worked fine in several power outages this spring. I am happy right now but I live in dread something goes wrong and I have to call Tri-State for help."
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62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Cincinnati West
4.5(
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Greendale, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Electric is very responsive when it comes to getting us quotes and next steps for our electrical needs on a rental property. Weà ¢à  à  d be happy to work with them in the future."
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81 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by15%of homeowners
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Villa Hills Electric LLC
4.8(
29
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Greendale, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had an electrical outlet that I needed installed at the last minute. They were able to come out and get the job done in less than 2 hours it's been 2 hours. Great work and great customer service will use them again"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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.

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