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Generator Solutions, LLC
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Whitakers, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"This company is great for servicing and repairing generators. I would recommend them."
Portable Generator
Repair Fixed Generator
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ALADE Electric LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Whitakers, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would have fixed the wall"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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LGR Power Services LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Whitakers, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I need my automatically starting generator to work any time the regular power goes out. When I lost electricity last summer, the generator did not start. I found Larry locally, he was very professional on the phone. I was impressed when he came to my house and as he diagnosed the problem he did not just tell me, but showed me the problem (which was a problem with the board as well as a battery problem). He fixed the problem quickly and for a fair price. I was impressed and will hire him again if I ever have a problem again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Handy Manny Services Inc
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Whitakers, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! I received 3 quotes from electricians to install recessed lighting in my home. Manny was 1/4 the cost. I was sceptical to go with the cheapest of the three especially being so much less but I'm very happy I hired Manny for the job. He was on time, courteous, professional, and did exactly what I wanted. I will hire again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arias Restoration
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For BusinessPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Whitakers, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This you man puts his heart snd soul in his work making sure itâ s completed properly."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GeneratorTech, Inc.
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Whitakers, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

GeneratorTech, inc is a full service residential and small commercial standby generator systems dealer. We provide sales, installation, and service. Free in home/ business assessment of your power needs can be scheduled Monday through Saturday. We are factory trained and authorized to provide equipment and service to secure years of worry free electrical standby power for your home or small business. BBB accredited business in NC. Serving Johnston and surrounding counties. Fortress generator systems by Briggs & Stratton are the finest on the market today. Built in the USA by a 100+ year old company. Only true 10yr generator available. Reliable and Courteous local family(s) business with Bible based ethics. Local NC licensed B. B. & K Electrical partnered with GeneratorTech or use your preferred contractor to connect your main panel to generator system.

Response time3 hrs
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Wright Electrican
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For BusinessPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Whitakers, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Wright Electrian strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.\n

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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.

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. 

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

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