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Keefe's Air Conditioning Heating Electrical Generator & Plumbing
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

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Since 1979, Keefe's has been the trusted name for comprehensive home maintenance and home upgrade solutions. Specializing in a full range of services, their certified professionals expertly handle all your air conditioning, heating, electrical, generator, and plumbing needs. From routine repairs and installations to advanced water filtration and generator services, they are dedicated to ensuring your home systems run smoothly and efficiently. Experience quality craftsmanship and unparalleled expertise for all your property maintenance and upgrade requirements.

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James Conway
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

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In the construction business for 35 years and I have talents in every field in construction.\nBuilt my first house at the age of 49 and learned everything I know for being hands on type of person. I’m an engineer at a hotel so I take care of the maintenance and equipment for the building and guest rooms.\nI’m a person that will not tell that I can fix something if I can’t I’m honest and always truthful to my word.

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Pops Handyman Service
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Hi im Jesse former Husband and Father for 30+years. I have seen and fixed just about everything that can possibly break or fail inside and outside a home. From installing Floors to making ceilings repairs. Framing and sheetrock installation, replacing doors external and internal. I can haul anything from Vehicles to trash and furniture. I'm a mobile Mechanic also from brake jobs to tune ups and other repairs. Cutting grass, weed eating, Thanks God Bess.

Finished master Bedroom
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(Mechanic) Lori Brakes
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Southern Communications and Electrical Company, LLC
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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Emergency services offered

"Scott was very efficient and did everything I had asked him to do. He also gave me some advice on additional work that may be needed when I sell my home. He was very polite and cleaned up after every fixture that was installed. My new light fixtures look great. Very happy with the service."
Soffit lighting
Custom pendant lighting
Hotel Coaxial wiring project
Attic illumination
Phone and Internet

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Response time1 day
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MCR CONSTRUCTION LLC
4.5(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

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"Martin was very professional and prompt. He and his crew did a great job on my patio and was available to answer follow up questions. HIs brother handled an earth moving job for me, he also did an outstanding job."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deltone Electric & A/C
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Jean Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1967

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Very well.  They arrived ahead of time, did the job quickly, and left no mess.  We had a new central air and heating system installed by them in September of 2012, which is how we have the service contract with them.  That big job was also done in a timely manner by polite technicians who left our house as they found it."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

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.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

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

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