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GM Electrical LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Lowell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gracen is excellent! I needed a transfer switch to run my generator from the electrical panel. From first quote to job done, Gracen kept in touch. He does good honest work and explains everything heâ s done. Heck, he even put up with my dog barking the whole time he was over lol. When he was done with the job, he helped me go through everything and in detail. Recommend highly"
Response time2 days
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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SLTD Electric, Inc.
3.3(
50
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Lowell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We have nothing but great things to say about SLTD Electric. They have come out to our house a couple times now for different projects, and they are always very communicative and deliver affordable, prompt, and effective services. They are also super friendly (and sweet to our gaggle of pets). We cannot recommend them enough."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Baker Electric and Sons
4.1(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Lowell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Steve and his crew are on time and professional. Always ready and willing to help."
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
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Bradeen Electric & Generators, Inc.
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Lowell, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They also installed a Generic standby generator. Awesome"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kaps Electrical
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Lowell, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At kaps electrical we pride ourselves on being the best electrical company in the area.\n\nWe've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing.\n\nBeing a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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.

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