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WireWorks Inc
4.9(
300
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Ovid, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tom Mullaney and his team at Wire Works Inc. are top notch. Very professional, responsive, and reasonably priced. Wire Works most recently assisted as with all our electrical needs for a complete kitchen remodel - new outlets, switches, can lights, pendant lights, stove hookup, etc. When the team wasn't able to complete all tasks on the scheduled day for our rough electrical, they found a way to squeeze us back into the schedule so our kitchen remodel could stay on schedule. Tom Mullaney is one of the nicest people you'll meet, and provides an outstanding service. I won't use anyone else."
Setting approximate placement for client to visualize where lights would hang over island.
Island Lighting
Laser utilized for centering new fixture placement.
New fixtures installed. Previous fixture location patched for drywall finish repair work. Lights 100% functional and a great accent for the kitchen!
Laying out of 2x4 base over the edges of the cabinets beneath for weight distribution.

+5

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrician Near Me LLC
5.0(
15
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Ovid, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Andrew came to our house between Ann Arbor and Plymouth at 8 PM on Tuesday when a storm caused an electrical outage. We had a generator but we're only getting partial power in the house. Andrew ran tests inside the house, determining that not enough power was coming into the house. He then started testing different areas of the generator until he found the part not working. Once he located the problem, he quickly fixed it. Because he didn't give up on me or my problem, he restored electricity, saving me hundreds from food spoilage in a refrigerator and freezer. I don't think most electricians would have stuck with the problem or been able or willing to fix the generator. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would."
Service panels
Wholehouse Generator
New Panel
New construction
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kwaske Electric
4.9(
33
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Ovid, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We were very pleased with the quality and service we received. We hired Kevin to wire our new construction house project in 2018. We later had him back to install a 12KW solar panel system and an EV charging station in 2021. I highly recommend Kwaske Electric."
New outlets and lighting
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Electrical for hot tub
Lighting & Receptacles 3 Seasons

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical Innovations LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Ovid, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jarod did an excellent job. Completed an EV outlet install in a few hours. He came out to do an estimate and had all the supplies he needed in his truck and hired him on the spot. Fair pricing and very neat a clean work. EV outlet works like a charm. Will definitely hire him to do future work at my house."
Basement remodel
Landscape lighting
Network system
Local Landscape Lighting Project
Local Landscape Lighting Project

+21

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Next Generations Power, LLC
4.6(
24
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Ovid, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I can not began to express how happy my hubby and I were with the service provided by Dan. He was very professional, timely, and cost effective. When he took our generator in for repair, he actually left a generator just in case the power went out again. This was greatly appreciated as we have a sump pump and were just getting over cleaning our basement due to power outage which caused the use of our sump pump"
Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.

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.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

If your home already has a grinder pump and you’re still noticing issues (like frequently clogged toilets and sinks), it could be time to upgrade your grinder pump. Start by checking your existing horsepower. If there are four or fewer people living in your home, using a 1/2-horsepower grinder pump should be sufficient. Larger households should consider investing in a 1-horsepower grinder pump to maximize wastewater removal efforts.

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.

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