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Generator Supercenter of Maine
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Drew and the entire crew made this experience seamless. The installers were polite, friendly, competent and and tidy. The pre and post support was fantastic, the expectations around logistics, installation timing and ongoing service support was spot on. These guys are pros and the solution cost was clearly the best in my search for authorized service providers of Generac generators. Hire them you won't go wrong. Vin M Dover NH"
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Response time2 days
Response rate93%
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Loyal Lab Electric & Generators
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Loyal Lab Electric & Generators is a locally owned electrical contractor serving Dover, Portsmouth, Rochester, and the NH Seacoast from our base in Somersworth, NH. Owner and NH Master Electrician Eric Hope has been in the trade since 2008 and founded this company in 2018. \n\nWe are an authorized Generac dealer with certified service technician's on staff, specializing in whole-home generator installation, electrical panel upgrades, EV charger installation, and electrical repairs. We serve residential customers across the NH Seacoast and southern Maine. NH Master Electrician License 13956. \n\nEvery job we complete donates to The Rusty Fund, supporting local dog rescues through our partnership with Pope Memorial Humane Society in Dover.

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RGS Electric, Inc.
4.7(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Roy and his team did a great job! They are professional, timely, thorough, and have an eye for detail. We bought a house that had a butchered, antiquated electrical system that was unsafe and chaotic. Roy and his team stepped in and not only sorted out the mess but put in its place a state-of-the-art electrical system that has been greatly simplified, and made safe and convenient (Roy spent time walking through the house with me talking through placement of switches and other features that ensured we had light in all the right places and flows perfectly with day-to-day use). Hire RGS, you'll be glad you did!"
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Casco Bay Generators LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are proud to be a Veteran-operated, Titanium Level Kohler® licensed and insured generator dealer. We teamed with Kohler® to give you peace of mind that you are working with a dealer-trained, factory-authorized provider to handle these appliances. We offer all Kohler® and Generac warranties and maintenance services. These are the industry’s best products for backup protection at your home or office.\nWe are also proud to work with Efficiency Maine, offering discounts, rebates, loans, and other initiatives to promote high-efficiency equipment that help Maine’s homes and businesses reduce their energy costs and lower their greenhouse gas emissions.\nProfessionally installing a standby generator and/or heat pump for your home or business is one of the best investments you can make. .\nWe at Casco Bay Generators & Heat Pumps keep the power on 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Standard installation.
Response time2 days
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Origin Energy, LLC
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"“I had an exceptional experience working with Origin Energy. Their team demonstrates the highest level of professionalism and a strong work ethic. They are not only knowledgeable and efficient but also consistently go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction. Every interaction was seamless, and their dedication to providing quality service was evident at every step. I highly recommend Origin Energy for their reliable, hardworking, and professional approach to business!”"
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Response time2 days
Response rate88%
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Angell Electric
5.0(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We were very happy with the work.Eric was easy to work with. He installed a new 220 circuit and was able to fish it though the walls harmlessly whereas other electricians we talk with were going to tear up the drywall. Pricing was very reasonable. Highly recommend."
Response time3 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by29%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

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 the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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. 

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