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Albuquerque Plumbing Heating & Cooling, Inc.
4.2(
142
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Albuquerque Plumbing was prompt, fully described recommended system, was fully responsive to our desires regarding electrical wiring and drainage locations. Crew arrived on promised date and installation went smoothly. Slight glitch regarding mistakenly not completely turning tankless water heater back on was immediately addressed by installation crew when notified. System functioning as advertised. Very pleased with Humidifier. Hope to have successful relationship with Albuquerque Plumbing in future."
Response time3 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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ABQ Electrical Works, LLC
5.0(
16
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I needed an Electrician for our Den Addition and Abq Electrical Works was very fast to respond with a fair priced quote. James ran the cables and boxes neatly during the initial phase. When it was ready he installed 2 ceiling fans, 4 can lights around 10 outlets, the switches and everything worked first try."
Inside wiring of hot tub
50 amp gfci spa disconnect
Offsets
Melting bends
Big boy pipe

+37

Response time4 hrs
Response rate88%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Xtreme Service Electric LLC
4.9(
13
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Rene I needed an upgrade on my electrical box. He was quick to Respond to giving me an estimate.He was very understanding , knowledgeable and flexible. He was quick to answer his phone and answer any questions that I had very hands on. have referred him to other people and will continue to do so."
Porch remodel
Can lights/ceiling fan
Can lights/ceiling fans
Disconnect
Conduit

+13

Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
DC Ltd. Co.
4.8(
5
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"DC LLC/Chris McDaniel did an outstanding job for NNMC's El Rito Campus. They pulled electricity to our greenhouse and installed irrigation systems at both the greenhouse and our rain gardens. From start to finish, their work was top-notch ? knowledgeable, professional, and thorough. What really set them apart was how well they worked with our facilities team and how they kept communication open throughout the entire project. Chris genuinely cares about the quality of his work and it shows. They were helpful, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend DC LLC for anyone looking for a reliable, skilled contractor. We couldn't have asked for a better experience."
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Electrical Power Solutions, LLC
4.9(
30
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John was so patient m, Google Nest Hello is not without challenges! There are issues with voltage, wifi connections and other installation issues You want John to be your professional installer. He came three times just to make sure things were working perfectly Want it done right? Hire John"
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+18

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install FAQs, 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.

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.

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.

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.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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