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Streib Company
4.7(
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Serving Bridgeton, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent!!!! Streib Electric Co sent a young man by the name of Eric who was very knowledgeable and very polite. He did a outstanding job. I will definitely use this company again."
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+7

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Recon Electric LLC
5.0(
24
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Serving Bridgeton, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called them out to get a free estimate. Gave 3 diff options for projects. Had to do a little back in forth as I had to amend one of the estimates but once that was done, got on their schedule in less than a week. Techs showed up when they said. Job completed quickly and they cleaned up after themselves."
Upscale bathroom lighting
St. Louis Renovation
St. Louis Renovation
St. Louis Renovation
SPAN Smart Panel

+18

Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
129 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J BATHE ELECTRIC
4.7(
41
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Serving Bridgeton, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1945

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was the second time they have come out, and once again they were terrific. The first time, my electric was out for part of the house after a storm: I called them at 7:00 am and they were at my house before 8:00 am. They made two trips that day. They got most things fixed that morning, but had to pick up a thermostat and install it later in the day. Today, they came back out and did so much work in 3 hours. They replaced a switch, 3 light fixtures, 6 wired smoke alarms, fixed the wiring on an outside light, ran the wiring and installed a light on the steps to the basement. And I couldn't ask for a friendlier repairman and office staff! I highly recommend them."
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+20

Response time2 days
Response rate87%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Potts Electric, LLC
4.8(
24
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Serving Bridgeton, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Under cabinet light install. The technician was great. He confirmed that the job would be out of my price range and gave me an alternate solution. I felt that he was honest and wasn't pushy."
Panel upgrade
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Light switch
Light switch
Outdoor light

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
179 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Steven Brand
4.9(
70
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Serving Bridgeton, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Steven was professional and competent. I appreciate his assistance in helping me with my light fixtures! I recommend him to anyone who need electrical support."
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+1

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Power Up Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.5(
19
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Serving Bridgeton, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"PowerUp electrical was very professional and came out numerous times to help a strange situation we had with running electric to our hot tub on our new build house. They were very helpful and did not even charge us for the return visits. We really appreciated using a company with such integrity and great work ethic."
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Loveland Home Solutions, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Bridgeton, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On time for initial visit and installation. The scheduler kept me abreast of arrival times. Fast, courteous and neat. Old attic fan was replaced and fired up in about an hour."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Electric of St. Louis
4.9(
15
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Serving Bridgeton, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I thought the fuse needed replacing but it was tripped. Ryan was on time and very friendly. He fixed the problem and did not charge me a fee. Mr. Electric waved the service call fee, but I paid it anyway to help cover Ryan’s trip to my home."
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+13

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

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.

With proper maintenance, a whole-house generator can last between 20 and 40 years. The specific lifespan depends on how often and for how long the generator is used, and some models may have their life expectancy rated in hours of operation. To maximize its lifespan, expect to spend around $150 to $300 per year for annual maintenance checks from a qualified technician. During these checks, a technician will inspect the engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels. Consulting your installer and choosing a low-impact fuel like natural gas or diesel can also help ensure your generator lasts as long as possible.

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