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Optimize Generator People
4.7(
15
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Serving Central, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The appointment was scheduled at our convenience which was on a Saturday.  Craig with Optimize was on time and brought materials to review with us about the Generac units, warranties and service plans.  He was able to answer all of our questions and was the second person we contact about whole-home generators.  Craig was so knowledgeable and so professional that both my husband and I decided to go with his company.
While we had Craig there, I decided to ask him about solar panels.  My husband and I had just briefly discussed solar panels and was still unsure if we were going to purchase them.  Again, even though Craig was called for discussing a generator, he was able to respond to our questions and then offered to come and perform a "shade test on the house.
We called Craig the next day and ordered the generator and set an install date and again, Optimize was excellent in setting the set up on a date convenient for us. 
Within a day of the "shade" test being performed, Craig called and gave us the results and emailed us proposals of different panel units and followed the email up with setting another appointment to sit down with both of us and explain the details and bring brochures about the products.
After explaining everything including the Federal incentive, we decided to install the solar panel system.  Again, Craig was able to pull off having everything installed for both the Generac and the solar panels on the same days.
I am pleased to say that both the Generac and solar panels are installed and working perfectly!  It was a pleasure to deal with such a professional company who took our needs into consideration and was not pushy.  I will and have recommended Optimize EGS to friends, family, neighbors and co-workers and I know they will not let me down for passing on a referral!
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+18

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Steadfast Electric, LLC
4.8(
28
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Serving Central, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The electrician arrived, assessed the job and immediately went to work. The job was done quickly and he even took all the old wiring around to the trash can on the other side of my house. The total cost for the trip and labor was $140.00, but I only had to pay $95.00 because I had a coupon from Angie’s List. I will definitely use this company again."
Response time3 days
Response rate87%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Power Cross
4.8(
83
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Serving Central, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"With everything going on in our world today it is nice to know that there are still some good quality trustworthy people out there. Got Power Cross off the internet to fix our home generator. Power Cross was not only quick to respond but repaired, cleaned, and gave us some knowledgeable information. Thanks POWER CROSS"
Portable fixed
Marine water cool generator
20 15kw home standby generator
Commercial unit
Marine engines

+10

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Pete's Electric, LLC
5.0(
40
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Serving Central, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Call Peter for all your electric needs! He is courteous, prompt, thorough, and professional. His expertise can't be beat. His craftsmanship is superior. And value for the money can't be beat. He installed my EV charger and it works flawlessly. Peter will be my electrician for life. Don't even bother calling anyone else. And thank you Home Advisor for connecting me with Peter!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AccuTemp Services, LLC
4.8(
158
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Serving Central, LA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thermastat was easily installed with no issues. A thorough examination was performed and all potential problems with the heating systems were identified and explained in layman's terms so that it was easy to understand."
Experts you can trust!
Residential Service
Commercial A/C installation
Plumbing & Drain Services
Main Sewer Line

+13

69 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Baton Rouge
4.2(
56
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Serving Central, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Install Electrical Switches, Outlets, and Fixtures This Electric company is the best that has come to my home, Chris checked everything, fixed what needed to be repaired, and showed great patience with his work, Chris, in my opinion, is outstanding in his work and customer service Chris was very Courteous, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Again, I would like to thank you. for outstanding work."
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+4

55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Jades Electric
5.0(
6
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Serving Central, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Best experience with Jade electrics. Justin was on time and very informative about work and if recommendations were needed he would do so in customers best interest. I would definitely recommend him/jades to all my friends."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Rene Ledet
5.0(
2
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Serving Central, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

You should hire me because I bring a proactive, safety-first approach to every job, ensuring code-compliant work done right the first time. With my strong troubleshooting skills and ability to adapt to new technologies, I can immediately contribute to you efficiency and deliver the high-quality, reliable service you expect.

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Class room

+10

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

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.

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.

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.

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

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