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Avatar for Evans Integrity Electric, Inc.
Evans Integrity Electric, Inc.
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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It went very well.  Due to some problems with kitchen appliances not working properly due to bad circuit breakers and knowing the electrical panel is about 30 years old, I thought it was time for the  panel to be replaced and possibly upgraded. 

Matt checked the panel, determined a complete panel replacement was not needed, only replacing all circuit breakers.  Some of the installed breakers were failing.

The work was done quickly and professionally.  Matt spent time as he worked telling me what he was doing and answered my many questions.

I especially appreciated his evaluation of our electrical power needs.  Based on our electric power usage now and in the future, he said we did not need to increase the amperage of the panel. 

Since the work was done, all kitchen appliances are now working properly.


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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Candela Electric LLC
5.0(
11
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AJ was incredible! Super knowledgeable and personalble. He walked me thru what he was doing and best practices for using space heaters and other electronics in my home. I have more work to be done and Im definitely hiring him again. You should too"
200 amp RV pedestal
200 amp RV pedestal
200 amp RV pedestal
200 amp RV pedestal
Outdoor kitchen with internal and external receptacles, a remote control switch to switch string lights on and off.

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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MERA Electric, LLC
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair+3 more

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very happy with the Tesla charger installation by MERA Electric. The electrician was professional, knowledgeable, and completed the work efficiently. Everything works perfectly, and the charger was installed exactly as discussed. Highly recommend MERA Electric, LLC"
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mister Sparky of Salisbury
4.6(
11
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ted, the lead electrician with Mr. Sparky came out and took a look at our project for replacement exterior lights. He was helpful in making suggestions about the type of new lights to use and gave us a very competitive proposal. Following our acceptance of their proposal, their office called to coordinate an install date. That dayTed came by and installed our new lights and adjusted them perfectly. When we used the lights that evening we were extremely happy with our choice of Ted's firm and his recommendations as well as his workmanship. We are very pleased and intend to hire Mr. Sparky of Salisbury for future electical projects!"
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WyattWorks
4.6(
58
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Rockwell, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Having owned four different houses the past 16 years, this was hands down the best experience with a plumber... ever. We hired WyattWorks to install a laundry sink (the stainless over cabinet kind) which required drilling through the floor to tie-in with supply and drain pipes in our basement. Jeremy performed the work flawlessly and was a true pro: measure and recheck, plan and dry fit, and clean up the work area during and after. The whole process from start to finish was painless!"
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Response time12 hrs
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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.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

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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