We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game. We provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.
"They got the job done and I am very pleased. Will use them in the future."
Cathy H on May 2024
We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game. We provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.
"They got the job done and I am very pleased. Will use them in the future."
WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **
"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."
Jennifer B on October 2024
WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **
"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."
Here at RS Lightning Protection. The lightning protection industry has been the only thing our family has ever known 4th generation in the business when we show up to your property fully stocked with all your lightning protection needs we require no deposits until the job is totally finished and everybody is satisfied we are all about keeping everybody 100% safe during a lightning storm and we provide reasonable rates because for family-owned-and-operated just give us a call today for a free estimate and we hope that everybody has a blessed day
"I want to take a moment to thank Richard for his exceptional service to install lighting protection system at my house. From start to finish, he made sure our needs are met and questions are answered. He is very attentive and has clear communication. Thank you once again."
Sanjay K on May 2023
Here at RS Lightning Protection. The lightning protection industry has been the only thing our family has ever known 4th generation in the business when we show up to your property fully stocked with all your lightning protection needs we require no deposits until the job is totally finished and everybody is satisfied we are all about keeping everybody 100% safe during a lightning storm and we provide reasonable rates because for family-owned-and-operated just give us a call today for a free estimate and we hope that everybody has a blessed day
"I want to take a moment to thank Richard for his exceptional service to install lighting protection system at my house. From start to finish, he made sure our needs are met and questions are answered. He is very attentive and has clear communication. Thank you once again."
With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"He was on time and has a great work ethic. His workers were hard workers and did a great job."
Monte B on September 2022
With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"He was on time and has a great work ethic. His workers were hard workers and did a great job."
We perform Repairs, Maintenance, and Install Standby Generators. With more than 20 years of experience, we specialize in commercial, industrial, and whole home generators of all makes and models. We are locally owned and operated and here to serve the community.
"These are are exceptional! When it was broke down, they stayed late into the night to get it running, then came back to properly fix it after getting the correct parts. Highly recommend!"
Williford F on September 2022
We perform Repairs, Maintenance, and Install Standby Generators. With more than 20 years of experience, we specialize in commercial, industrial, and whole home generators of all makes and models. We are locally owned and operated and here to serve the community.
"These are are exceptional! When it was broke down, they stayed late into the night to get it running, then came back to properly fix it after getting the correct parts. Highly recommend!"
All employees are background checked, drug screened and trained. Payment options available. Established in 2007, Travis Electrical Service, LLC has grown to be the top Commercial and Residential electrical company servicing Middle Tennessee. Our commercial division has completed large projects such as Wyatt Johnson Toyota, Ajax Senior Community Center and numerous school additions/renovations.
"Outstanding Service from Travis Electrical! We reached out to Travis Electrical for help diagnosing an issue in our home, and by the very next morning, Brian Smith had it completely fixed. He was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and friendly throughout the process. We're incredibly grateful for the prompt and expert service and highly recommend Travis Electrical to anyone in need of reliable electrical work."
C S on July 2025
All employees are background checked, drug screened and trained. Payment options available. Established in 2007, Travis Electrical Service, LLC has grown to be the top Commercial and Residential electrical company servicing Middle Tennessee. Our commercial division has completed large projects such as Wyatt Johnson Toyota, Ajax Senior Community Center and numerous school additions/renovations.
"Outstanding Service from Travis Electrical! We reached out to Travis Electrical for help diagnosing an issue in our home, and by the very next morning, Brian Smith had it completely fixed. He was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and friendly throughout the process. We're incredibly grateful for the prompt and expert service and highly recommend Travis Electrical to anyone in need of reliable electrical work."
Welcome to Houser Electric, LLC. I started Houser Electric in January of 2014. I wanted to provide Central Indiana and Middle Tennessee residents and businesses with a full service electrical company that operates daily with honesty and the highest level of integrity. We achieve this by providing free estimates, offering competitive pricing for every job, performing work on the scheduled date and arriving on time and completing every job with the highest level of craftsmanship. We truly run our business in the manner that we expect individuals and businesses to treat us when we are dealing with them. Our goal is that you, our customer, will be 100% satisfied with every job we complete for you. We want each customer to be our customer for life. We work hard every day to achieve this goal. Please let me know if you have any questions or comments. Your feedback is always welcome and it is vital for our relationship with each customer in order for us to constantly improve and reach our goals as a company. Thank you for choosing Houser Electric, LLC for all your electrical needs.
Welcome to Houser Electric, LLC. I started Houser Electric in January of 2014. I wanted to provide Central Indiana and Middle Tennessee residents and businesses with a full service electrical company that operates daily with honesty and the highest level of integrity. We achieve this by providing free estimates, offering competitive pricing for every job, performing work on the scheduled date and arriving on time and completing every job with the highest level of craftsmanship. We truly run our business in the manner that we expect individuals and businesses to treat us when we are dealing with them. Our goal is that you, our customer, will be 100% satisfied with every job we complete for you. We want each customer to be our customer for life. We work hard every day to achieve this goal. Please let me know if you have any questions or comments. Your feedback is always welcome and it is vital for our relationship with each customer in order for us to constantly improve and reach our goals as a company. Thank you for choosing Houser Electric, LLC for all your electrical needs.
Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412
"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"
Frank H on July 2020
Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412
"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"
Frank H on July 2020
Generator Install questions, answered by experts
Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.
In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more.
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.
In many cases, you’ll need a permit or basic inspection to install one of these large generators. Since they include significant alterations to your home electrical system and many produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require jumping through a few hoops for general safety purposes. Your installer may be able to help you with these permits.
If you’re wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.
In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.
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The Cadiz, KY homeowners’ guide to generator installs
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