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Least Resistance Electrical Contracting LLC
5.0(
14
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Gallatin, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"When I placed a request for the installation of two outlets on Angie's list, Steve got in touch right away but wasn't overly pushy either [which happens sometimes]. Between the three weeks I first spoke with him and the job, he was professional, informative, and responded to texts quickly and I knew exactly what to expect on-site as well as the cost. He sent pictures and cost of a similar job to help explain the work and the estimate. Steve identified some other issues with my electrical panel and made some small fixes--without increasing the cost of the job--and made some recommendations for me to consider in the future. He was courteous, professional, and seemed to care about the work and about communicating what he was doing and why. I would definitely turn to him first for my next job."
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Sub Panel
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Santella Electric
4.7(
32
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallGenerator - Install+1 more

Serving Gallatin, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: Terrific value

"I would highly recommend Santella for residential electrical work. I requested quotes from multiple companies for a wide range of work, including bringing existing wiring to code, repairing issues, installing new outlets, junction boxes and external lighting and video. They were excellent with communication and follow-up, transparent in pricing and risks/assumptions, were available more quickly than others, and offered competitive pricing. On the job they were fast and efficient, professional, didn’t try to up sell, did high quality work, and cleaned up. I will be using them again for all future work."
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Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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JSP Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
3.8(
34
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Portable Generator - InstallFixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair+4 more

Serving Gallatin, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"BEST CONTRACTOR i’ve ever had to deal with Clean cut, uniformed, texted arrival info with tech pic, didn’t rush me and answered all my question’s Micael Kraiza IS THE BEST TOP NOTCH Trouble shot my problem which saved me $1,000’s of dollars This was my 2nd electrician, the first electrician failed in all categories Had 2 calls in for JSP, they are efficient, competent, their office/phone staff are KNOWLEDGEABLE AND KIND and accessible all day long"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Andrus Power Solutions
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Gallatin, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience with Andrus. Tony came out before our Kohler generator installation to clean up our electrical panel and did an incredibly thorough job. Everything was left clean and organized. The generator installation itself went very smoothly. The team was professional, knowledgeable and respectful of our property, and everything was explained clearly along the way. We're very happy with the finished installation and feel much better knowing we're prepared for the next outage. Would definitely recommend Andrus!"
Generator Repair
Response time6 days
M.J.S. Electric, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Gallatin, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

M.J.S. Electric, Inc is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%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.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

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.

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.

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