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The Happy Outlet, LLC
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Gardnerville, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Iâ  ve dealt with this company for the last few years and have always received good service from them Todays service call was a checkup on items installed a few months ago"
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Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Legacy Air Heating Cooling Plumbing & Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Gardnerville, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Since 1999, Legacy has kept the power on and safe in Reno homes — including when a Sierra storm takes the grid down. Panel upgrades, troubleshooting, rewiring, lighting, outlets, standby generators, and EV charger installation across Northern Nevada — including Sparks, Spanish Springs, Carson City, and the Carson Valley.\n\nOur licensed and insured technicians show up on time, explain the problem in plain language, and give you the price before the work starts. No surprises, no pressure, no upsell — just transparent pricing backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.\n\nLed by Leo the Big Cat. When your home turns into a cat-astrophe, the Big Cat pounces. We do more, so you worry less.\n\nLegacy also handles HVAC and plumbing for Reno homeowners.

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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Shootin Trouble Electrical Servicing, LLC
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Gardnerville, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They showed up on time and did a great job. I made a last-minute change where the charger should be installed, and it was a little further away and harder to get to, but Jacob and his team got right on it made the necessary adjustments and got my charger plug in installed and it looks great. Jacob even took a look at an outlet in my bathroom and quickly fixed that on the way out. The work was top notch at a fair price. I will hire Trouble Shooting Electrical for any future needs I may have."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JD Electric
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Gardnerville, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hello! my name is jorge and i recently just launched my own Handy man business I'm in my 20s, been doing electrical for a couple years and now licensed, looking to push this further and get some recommendations under my name, the pictures on my card are some of the things I do, if you need or know anyone that's looking for electrical work done to your/there home feel free to call or text me at 775-544-8787

Carson Tahoe Electric -
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Gardnerville, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Carson Tahoe Electric. With over 42 years of experience as a general electrician, we are the experts you need to take care of all your needs, big or small. We can handle anything related to electrical home improvement. Our team is extremely professional and will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Applied Electrical Services LLC
5.0(
4
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Gardnerville, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 25 years of hands-on experience in the electrical field, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record to every project. My extensive background includes everything from new home construction and appliance installations to standby generators and panel upgrades. I?m committed to delivering high-quality workmanship and reliable solutions tailored to your needs. Choosing me means partnering with a seasoned professional who values safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Let?s ensure your electrical systems are in expert hands

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Response time10 hrs
G C Electric
4.4(
11
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business+2 more

Serving Gardnerville, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GC Electric was excellent. Prompt, courteous, clean, professional, easy to work with, diligent. We absolutely will use them for all future electrical needs. Installed 4 ceiling fans and 3 electrical outlets. Perfect work. Recommending them to all our friends and neighbors."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

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.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

If you’re wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.

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