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Independent Power
5.0(
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Serving Belgrade, MT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Harness the power of nature and achieve energy independence with Independent Power, founded in Bozeman, Montana and providing the highest quality HVAC, solar and battery systems since 1996. Our team of experts designs and installs high-impact, durable heating & cooling, and solar energy systems, using cutting-edge technology. We can also integrate your system with battery storage, so you'll keep the lights on when the grid is down. Whether you're a homeowner, business owner, or organization, Independent Power can help you gain freedom from the traditional energy grid. We specialize in residential, commercial, and off-grid installations.

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Triple G Electric
4.9(
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Serving Belgrade, MT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sebastian was top rate. On time, diagnosed issue, checked outlets & breakers. He had the right parts in the truck and was able to install new breakers (replacing the prone to fail AFI/GFI combo). Refrigerator is safe and the dishwasher/disposal is working again. Very happy with the great service and the on-the-job explanations that he had to help me be an educated customer. I will definitely use Sebastian on my coming up home improvement projects."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Aesir Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Belgrade, MT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Aesir Electric does residential electrical work for the Gallatin Valley, exclusively. No commercial. No new construction. Just the homes of Bozeman, Belgrade, and the valley they sit in.\n\nEvery job starts the same way: a thorough diagnostic visit, then a written assessment of what's really going on. You get your firm, all-inclusive options in writing, you decide what fits, and the number you approve is the number you pay. Whatever you choose is backed for life under our Lifetime Craftsmanship Warranty by default. \n\nWe are built for homeowners who care not only that the work gets done, but how it gets done. If the only question is who's cheapest, we are candidly not the right fit.\n\nService-Disabled Veteran-Owned. Verified veterans and active-duty military, 10% off.

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Pearson Electric LLC
4.8(
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Serving Belgrade, MT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Pearson is the bomb! I was looking for an electrician and called Pearson; Sean, the owner, picked up, gave me a reasonable quote based on the job I described (installing two ceiling fans), and even anticipated a potential issue (needed different electrical boxes from the existing ones). He was also kind enough to recommend a particular brand that he knew was high-quality and long-lasting. He followed up with emails to confirm the appointment and quote. On the day of appointment, he showed up on time and prepared. He worked efficiently and even cleaned up after! I wholeheartedly recommend Pearson. Altogether super professional and lovely."
Response time9 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brandl Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Belgrade, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Josh is an excellent electrician and outstanding person. He upgraded my electrical panel, installed electric for our hot tub, upgraded outlets, and more. Not only is he focused and efficient, he reviews the work he completed and cleans up before he leaves. I've referred Brandl Electric to friends who were very pleased with their work as well."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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BK Electric
4.6(
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Serving Belgrade, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brandon was great. I called him, he was available, and my job was finished three hours later. He communicated well, gave me a clear estimate, and showed up exactly when he said he would. He had to dig a trench in my flower bed mulch to bury a wire, and he put all the mulch back carefully- you couldnâ t even see anything had been done. I will use him in the future whenever I need an electrician."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

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