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Power Up Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.5(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallGenerator - Install+1 more

Serving Oakville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired “Power Up” to refit our electrical panel and install an outside connecting plug to run a new portable electric generator. Jeff came out and spent time to evaluate and discuss our needs. He was consultative throughout the whole process. Lisa was responsible for arranging installation and paperwork and was very responsive to inquiries as well as reaching out to confirm things were moving forward. Justin was our installer and he knew his stuff. Very friendly and completed the work on time and as expected. Great experience working with “Power Up.”"
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FixPro
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Oakville, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

FixPro is a locally owned and operated handyman service proudly serving St. Louis, St. Charles, Lincoln, Warren, Franklin, and Jefferson Counties. We specialize in high-quality home repairs, carpentry, drywall, painting, flooring, deck repair, and general maintenance—handling everything from small fixes to larger improvement projects with precision and professionalism.\n\nWith years of hands-on experience across construction, maintenance, and service industries, I built FixPro to deliver what most contractors don’t: clear communication, reliable scheduling, and work done right the first time. We show up when we say we will, diagnose issues properly, and provide straightforward solutions without cutting corners.\n\nOur approach is simple—treat every home like it’s our own. We focus on clean workmanship, long-term durability, and customer satisfaction. If you want it done right the first time, FixPro is ready.\n\nNeed Something Fixed? Hire a Pro.

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Lifestyle Contracting, LLC
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Install

Serving Oakville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

Lifestyle Contracting is an estimating and management company for sub contractors in the St. Louis and surrounding areas. Specializing in residential and commercial electrical services, we’ve teamed up with Pace Electric to offer the best in the industry. Let us help you to understand your home or businesses electrical system and assist in any installation.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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