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John Betlem Heating & Cooling Inc - Electrical
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Geneva, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1941

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

John Betlem Heating & Cooling is a 3rd generation company founded in 1941. They provide Residential HVAC, Electrical and Insulation Services to Rochester, NY and the surrounding towns. John?s slogan that still holds true today is to do ?whatever it takes? to satisfy customers.\n\nJohn Betlem is a premier family operated solutions provider, passionately committed to the health, safety, and comfort for all they serve.

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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Reid McMichael
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Geneva, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This young man was a Godsend for our family. We called many electricians, but all of them were booking out for months. Reid was able to come three days after we called him. We needed him to start service at our new house. He had to dig to install conduits, put in the breaker box, fix a disconnect box and an outdoor outlet outside the house, just so we could get electricity. All of that was done very nicely and professionally. And he cleaned up when he was done. He even helped us coordinate with the electric company. Any questions we had, he answered with the utmost patience and knowledge. He was just an excellent electrician, and we were very lucky to find him. And, his price was very reasonable too. I would hire Reid anytime! In fact, we have a few more projects lined up for him. My neighbors saw the good work that he did at our house, and so they are having him do some jobs at their house too."
Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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T-Mark Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric
4.5(
643
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Geneva, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

T-Mark Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric was founded over 25 years ago to provide friendly, efficient service to residents and businesses across Buffalo and Western New York. The largest family-owned and operated business in WNY that understands the challenge and frustrations that can occur with plumbing, HVAC, and electrical emergencies. Community voted the # 1 company in 716 and available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Our day one focus has never changed: 100% customer satisfaction. We take the time, every time, to ensure our customers are left happy and satisfied with not only the quality of our work, but with the entire T-Mark experience.

Multi-Unit Install
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A & A Electric
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Geneva, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Anthony was very attentive to my project on an old building. He sought out a safe and viable solution to change out an old fuse box and relocate with a new breaker box. He was quick with a response to my request, inspection and quickly gave a solution with a quote. Once I accepted, he scheduled my work right away. He was also prompt on the day of installation and did the work professionally and quickly. I recommend A & A Electric and I would even recommend Anthony to my family and friends. - Pastor Jeff"
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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 deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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