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Storm Electric Company, Inc.
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patrick was exemplary in customer relations. Prompt in scheduling and great communicator. Storm Electric stayed in contact with the gas line installer in order for the two utility groups to work in a timely manner together.They installed a whole house generator with great results. Thank you, Patrick, and Storm Electric."
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City Gym Lexington Remodel

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Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Tamcoat Electrical Contractors
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"We were VERY PLEASED we hired TAMCOAT! WOW, they did an AWESOME job and we now know to call "OUR ELECTRICIAN" for any future jobs. We gave them about 6 - 7 "TO DO" items and the work was done very efficiently and quality all the way. We were VERY IMPRESSED! Thank you TAMCOAT for your fine service."
Response time10 mins
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evans Integrity Electric, Inc.
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were great. But he's moved to North Carolina. They were clean, they were kind, they helped out as a matter of fact I tried to call them again and that's when I find out that they had moved to North Carolina he had sold the business."
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Walker Electrical Services
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Serving Kannapolis, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Drew, the owner of Walker Electric was the technician that actually showed up to do the work. I had him install a ceiling exhaust fan in my bathroom. He did excellent work replacing the old one with new and didn’t do any unnecessary drywall damage. I also had Drew install under cabinet strip lighting in my kitchen that came out looking wonderful. His pricing was more than reasonable and his quality of work was top notch. I would recommend Walker Electric for any of your electrical needs and I will absolutely be using them again in the future!"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

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.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

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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