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Avatar for Southern Communications and Electrical Company, LLC
Southern Communications and Electrical Company, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Boutte, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installed door bell. After checking out existing exhaust fan determined motor previously installed in old fan was too powerful. Contractor went to store and purchased a new fan and installed it."
Soffit lighting
Custom pendant lighting
Hotel Coaxial wiring project
Attic illumination
Phone and Internet

+42

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
B Powered Electric
4.7(
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Serving Boutte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Getting a whole house generator is a huge investment so I shopped around and got 4 quotes because of the wide range of cost estimates. Other people said the cost "would be around" an amount, and Brandon gave me a detailed exact price. Had people tell me different things about where I could put the generator. Brandon came out and explained everything and said I could put the generator where I wanted it. His crews (electrical, gas) were professional, appeared to know exactly what they were doing, worked efficiently, and left the job site very clean. Brandon provided everything I wanted--he has a long track record of installing generators, has been in business for many years, offered a 10 yr warranty, offers an annual check-up plan, and made sure I was happy with everything."
Response time1 day
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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B.G. Electric and Lighting
5.0(
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Serving Boutte, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Great company—super professional, easy to deal with, and reliable. Communication was clear from start to finish, and they really take pride in their work. Would definitely recommend to anyone needing electrical services."
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Work
Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Donohue's Lightning Rods
4.3(
70
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Serving Boutte, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Within minutes after submitting an inquiry, Seamus contacted me to find out specifics of my project and although he provided an estimate, he was receptive to coming out for a site visit before I committed. Edward came for the preliminary site visit and afterwards, I accepted their proposal. Cliff, the installer, communicated with me with scheduling and was very professional and easy deal with. Edward performed an inspection after install to make sure everything was done properly. The people representing this company seem very knowledgeable about their work and is backed up by generations of experience."
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Lightning protection
Lightning protection
Lightning protection

+10

Response time1 day
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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G.E.M. Air & Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Boutte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional, arrived on time. Worked quickly to assess the problem and make the repairs. Felt very comfortable with the explanations of repairs needed. Cost was explained before work was completed. Will hire again!"
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Side discharge unit
Side discharge unit

+8

Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Truong Construction Group LLC
5.0(
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Serving Boutte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend Henry and his team! It’s hard to find honest, reliable electricians these days, but this family business truly goes above and beyond. Henry was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain everything clearly. The work was done efficiently, safely, and at a fair price. You can really tell they care about their customers and take pride in their work. We’ll definitely be using them again for future electrical needs!"
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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.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

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. 

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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