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Avatar for Bluegrass Electrical LLC
Bluegrass Electrical LLC
4.9(
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Serving Saluda, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Clark installed a manual transfer switch for my generator. He was professional, honest, hardworking, and very efficient. He's an excellent electrician and I highly recommend him for all your electrical needs."
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Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Buckingham Electric, Inc.
4.8(
348
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Serving Saluda, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Austin and Nick solved our complete loss of power in a few minutes. They also helped with completing the installation of a fan on which we were stuck. I was very pleased with their service!"
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+4

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JASKA Electric, LLC
5.0(
19
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Serving Saluda, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were very fortunate to discover the JASKA Electric company. They were immediate in response, prompt in arrival and task focused throughout the job. They kept us informed step by step, involved us in every decision, and worked efficiently. Above all else, they were authentically trustworthy. We will call them again for any electrical work our home my need and we would highly recommend them to anyone."
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+8

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
367
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Serving Saluda, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"William Burden is the third generation owner of WBLightningRods and his company has been in business since 1950. He is very courteous, professional, was on time, and has a very good crew. William was present for the entire installation. We chose the copper system. We are glad for the peace of mind a lightning rod system will provide."
lightning protection
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+79

Response time1 day
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Cransten
4.4(
161
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Serving Saluda, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired a professional to install 2 hand rails for my parents. One was installed on the front porch brick steps and one on the back porch brick steps. They arrived on time, installed both handrails quickly and safely. Handrails are sturdy, and now my parents lives are that much safer. Would recommend."
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+18

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods
5.0(
11
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Serving Saluda, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1964

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The install was scheduled and completed quickly. The lightning rods and cable look neat and tidy along the roof. Mr. Hamilton was friendly and efficient."
Chimney rod and conductor cable
Front of home,system is barely noticeable
Hiding the cables best we can
Rear of home
Work trailer

+4

Response time1 day
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Total Tech LLC
5.0(
33
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Serving Saluda, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Extremely knowledgeable in all areas of electronics and TV installations... Additionally installed Ring doorbell and patiently gave lessons on it's use... I would trust him with any electronics task..."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Underdog Electric LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Saluda, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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+131

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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James Tracy Electric, LLC
3.5(
13
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Serving Saluda, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"If I could give James a 10, I would. He installed a new tracking system with brighter lights for my art studio, a new light fixture with a brighter light for my bathroom and a front door security camera doorbell. Just amazingly sincere and very eager to please. You can just tell that he is a good all -round guy. I had hired 3 separate contractors for other jobs this summer and he is the ONLY one who showed up on time AND on the day he said he would and who completed the job to a high standard. Itâ s too bad he cannot clone himself so he can do plumbing, contracting, tile work and so on. Thank you very much. James."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by88%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.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

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