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Avatar for Spirelli Electric Inc
Spirelli Electric Inc
4.9(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - RepairFixed Generator - Repair+4 more

Serving Millwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our electrician, Jeff Uffer, repaired the sockets and the switch and went over the rest of the job with us. He scheduled a second visit to complete the installations because we had not ordered all of the correct detectors for the job."
New recessed lighting
New electric baseboard heat
New lighting in closet
Replacement of switches and outlets
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+21

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GenShield LLC
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Millwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in generator service and repair and provide unmatched customer service! You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! \n

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Haney Services
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Millwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Kevin was a fantastic elextrician-highly recommend! He completely tested all of our outlets and made them GFCI protected. He helped install water protector covers on the outdoor outlets. He also gave us advice on other things we could fix in our home. Kevin is reliable, trustworthy, kind, and passionate about his work! Will definitely be calling him in the future for more work!"
75" TV
Mounting TVs and outlets
Mounting TVs and outlets
Light & Exhaust fan
Light & Exhaust fan

+4

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JAB Electrical Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Millwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"We had a great experience working with JAB Electrical. From the very beginning, the team was professional, responsive, and easy to communicate with. We contacted them to install LED recessed lighting throughout our home, and after getting a few estimates, we decided to go with them because of their fair pricing and the confidence they gave us in the quality of their work. The installation was completed quickly and efficiently, and they paid close attention to every detail. They were respectful of our home, cleaned up after the job, and made sure everything was working perfectly before they left. The new recessed lighting has completely transformed the look of our space, and we couldn’t be happier with the results."
Recessed lighting
Recessed lighting
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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.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

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