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Electrical Innovations LLC
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Serving Pierson, MI and surrounding areas

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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
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Local Landscape Lighting Project

+21

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PM Technologies
5.0(
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Serving Pierson, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We just had the generator installed today and are so pleased with the guys from PM Technologies from the electricians, helpers, and Ken the salesman. We couldn't have asked for nicer people to do our job."
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20KW Kohler
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Premier Electrical Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Pierson, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott was very professional and thorough. I appreciated that he looked into the specs for the fireplace that was going to be put on the wall, and positioned the outlet where the unit would not be impeded by the plug. I would highly recommend his work!"
Pierson house
Pierson house
Pierson house
Pierson house
Pierson house

+4

Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Redhawk Electric, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Pierson, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Redhawk Electric does a great job! Very easy to work with and the whole crew is very hard working and polite. I would highly recommend them for any electrical work you need done. Scott Bazan"
Redhawk Electric, Inc.
Redhawk Electric, Inc.
Redhawk Electric, Inc.
Redhawk Electric, Inc.
Redhawk Electric, Inc.

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arrow Electrical Services, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Pierson, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did a basic tune up on my 10+ year old Generac generator. The job was completed in a very timely and professional manner. The charges for their services are fair."
Automatic Standby Generator in Belding
Automatic Standby Generator in Greenville
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wolverine Electrical Contracting
4.6(
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Serving Pierson, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Original plan was to take down a large chandelier and replace it with another one. After calling multiple electricians who did not want the job, or wanted to schedule later than I needed the service to be done, Torie at Wolverine Electrical contacted me. He had an opening for an estimate that day. Plans changed and I needed him to install the new chandelier in a different area. He did it that very day! It looks great and I am so pleased that this was accomplished with such speed."
Response time3 days
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.

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

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.

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. 

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