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Avatar for M.R. Stoner Electric, Inc.
M.R. Stoner Electric, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Had a light fixture installed in my dining room. The electricians did a great job with some imperfections with the fixture I bought and installed exactly how I wanted it."
Lighting Insallation
Plan 604
M.R. Stoner Electric Staff
Plan 600
Light Installation

+25

Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Great Power Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We remodeled our home and needed assistance in installing our tankless boiler. He came and installed it right away and did a great job. I highly recommend him and will definitely use him again."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Cain Electric Solutions, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert Cain is a highly skilled electrician with a meticulous work ethic. I hired Cain Electric solutions, at first, to install an electrical box and connection for my hot tub and also to connect electricity to our backyard shed. Pricing was very reasonable and the quality of his work was well above standards. I was so satisfied with his work, that I called him back out to install a electrical transition switch on my house so I could connect a generator during power outages. Again, he did a flawless job at a very reasonable and competitive price point. I will only use Cain Electric Solutions now for any future electrical work I might need. I highly recommend them for any small to large electrical projects! Robert Cain is very responsive and always delivers as promised!"
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
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Legacy Electrical
5.0(
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Legacy Electrical is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time3 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Maintenance Pros
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Freddy came and did the annual maintenance on my generator. He was prompt. Will definitely hire again. Set him up as annual maintenance on my generator."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

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.

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.

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

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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