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Steve Stockmsn
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Glasgow Village, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I am a retired journeyman electrician with an apprentice available for attic work and bigger jobs. I have experience installing charging stations, upgrading distribution panels, remodels, basement finishes, and have overseen Large lighting layouts and LED upgrades.

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Legacy Electric
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Generator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Glasgow Village, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great work and very reasonable."
Response time3 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Plugged In Electric
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Glasgow Village, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With years of experience in the electrical industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your electrical needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Plugged In Electric a call today, we look forward to working with you!

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Simmons Electric
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Fixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Glasgow Village, MO and surrounding areas

At Simmons Electric, we take pride in delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality electrical services you can count on. Whether it's a small repair, panel upgrade, new construction wiring, or a full remodel, we approach every job with professionalism, precision, and attention to detail.\nWe understand that inviting someone into your home or business requires trust. That's why we focus on clear communication, honest pricing, and getting the job done right the first time. Our goal is simple: provide dependable electrical solutions that keep your property powered safely and efficiently.\nFrom troubleshooting and lighting upgrades to service calls and complete installations, Simmons Electric is committed to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.\nPowering your home. Protecting your investment. Earning your trust.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

Many services include assembling the unit and securing it in the window. Confirm with your provider.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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.

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