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M.R. Electric Construction, Inc.
4.4(
78
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Burton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I met with a couple of different companies and M.R. Electric was the most persistent. The workers were efficient and the generator installation went smoothly. I would highly recommend this company!"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lighthouse Electrical Service
4.6(
107
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Burton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Bailey assembled the fan, installed it properly and quickly. He took the old fan to the curb so that I wouldn't have to. The cost (211.50) was a bit more than I had anticipated but the value for the service was reasonable. I can wholeheartedly recommend Lighthouse Electrical Service."
Generac Generator
Panel Upgrade
EV Maintenance
Landscape Lights
Specialized Lighting

+4

Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Superior Power & Lighting, Inc.
4.5(
130
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Burton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The guys arrived on time. Kept me informed as to what was being done. Confirmed placement of the floor outlet and outside switch. Work was done beautifully. After installation, they cleaned up!"
SUPERIOR POWER & LIGHTING
NEVER BE WITHOUT POWER AGAIN
Verizon lighting
Custom ceiling fans
Accent lighting

+2

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Lake Road Electric
5.0(
9
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+3 more

Serving Burton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Phil at Lake Road Electric was great with customer service, full transparency on pricing, and not only getting the job done in a timely matter, but more importantly, making sure the job was done right! I will be calling Lake Road Electric for my next project and I highly recommend!"
Gallery
Upgrade to new panel
Upgrade to new panel
Tesla Car Charger
Tesla Car Charger

+2

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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True Line Electric
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Burton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"You will not find anyone more knowledgeable, dependable and trustworthy than Doug for your electrical needs!! Stacey is terrific on the admin side of things and keeps the business running smoothly. Together, they make such a terrific team! We have had Doug take care of our needs throughout several homes that we have owned over the years. There is no one else that I would want to take care of us than True Line Electric!!"
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hafes Electric LLC
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair+3 more

Serving Burton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JCM Electrical
3.0(
6
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Burton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

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.

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.

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