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Recon Electric LLC
5.0(
24
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Serving Pacific, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Power Up Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.5(
19
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Serving Pacific, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Lammert Electrical & Wiring Solutions LLC
4.9(
18
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Serving Pacific, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eric is fantastic to work with. He was up front and honest with what the issue was, what his costs were, and how long I should expect the work to take. He kept me informed throughout the project and did an excellent job. Eric is definitely my go to electrician from here on out."
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Wirenuts Electrical Solutions, LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Pacific, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bryson installed a bunch of new outlets for me and I was so glad I hired him because he helped me understand how the circuits were mapped out in my house which is just kind of nice to know. He managed the job with confidence and certainty. Clearly a real professional and very nice as well!"
Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Donohue's Lightning Rods
4.3(
70
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Serving Pacific, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Within minutes after submitting an inquiry, Seamus contacted me to find out specifics of my project and although he provided an estimate, he was receptive to coming out for a site visit before I committed. Edward came for the preliminary site visit and afterwards, I accepted their proposal. Cliff, the installer, communicated with me with scheduling and was very professional and easy deal with. Edward performed an inspection after install to make sure everything was done properly. The people representing this company seem very knowledgeable about their work and is backed up by generations of experience."
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Lightning protection
Lightning protection
Lightning protection

+10

Response time1 day
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Solarize
5.0(
10
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Serving Pacific, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gentleman who owns Solarize was professional and courteous. He communicated well with the manufacturer and convinced them that a replacement inverter was needed based on the data he saw and the manufacturer had seen. It's what we were hoping for."
138 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BRDA Electric, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Serving Pacific, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Looking for a reliable electrician near you? Time and again, locals and businesses choose Brda electrical contractors for our high-quality workmanship and outstanding service. Check out the samples of our work included in our photo albums. We are fully staffed and prepared to handle all manner of commercial and residential services!

Commercial Job
Commercial Job
Commercial Job
Commercial Job
Commercial Job

+61

Response time30 mins
111 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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H.C. Design, LLC
4.7(
91
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Serving Pacific, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"There was a problem with the first installer that did not show back up to complete the installation I placed a call to the owner and he immediately sent another installer and he finished the job and got everything working. Everything is working fine"
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The Red Wall
Red Wall
Red Wall
Suspended Entertainment

+35

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by98%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, 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.

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

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