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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.
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Serving Otego, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hurricane Generators keeps your home powered—no matter what the storm brings. We specialize in selling, installing, and maintaining premium home standby generators from trusted brands like Generac, Cummins, and Champion. Whether it’s a hurricane, ice storm, or unexpected outage, we make sure your lights stay on, your appliances run, and your family stays safe.\n\nFrom the moment you call, our experts guide you through every step—helping you choose the perfect generator, delivering a clean, professional installation, and providing ongoing service to keep it running flawlessly year after year. With fast response times and flexible maintenance plans, you can rest easy knowing your backup power is always ready.\n\nAt Hurricane Generators, we don’t just install equipment—we deliver peace of mind. When the power goes out, you won’t skip a beat.

One of the great things about this generator is the perfect square form factor, which fits nicely in most yards.
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Common Ground Electric
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Serving Otego, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jack is a complete pro in every sense. We learned from a close friend about his expertise, especially in installation of a generator. I consider us fortunate to have him in our corner. He is dependable, responsive and fair. In these times having a pro like Jack =compete peace of mind. He is never awol when it comes to quality customer service. He knows what he's doing and he does it !!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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KWD Electric Inc
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Serving Otego, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Electrical work was done well in advance of the roofing job.  Electrician returned at the end of the ice melting cable installation job to make an alteration to the outlets which was a decision made during the roofing and installation job.  Electrician was very neat and accomodating. 
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Ironarc Electrical & Construction
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Serving Otego, NY and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Electrician | Residential & Commercial | Full-Service General Contracting & Excavating \n\n?Experience You Can Trust. Power You Can Rely On.\n\n?Are you looking for more than just a wire-puller? As a Master Electrician with a background in excavating and full-scale construction, I provide a seamless, "start-to-finish" approach to your projects. Whether you're building from the ground up, upgrading your business, or facing a midnight electrical emergency, my team delivers with precision, speed, and full licensing and insurance.\n\n?Why Choose Us?\n\n?Most electrical contractors stop at the wall. We don?t. Because we specialize in excavating and construction, we handle underground trenching, service entrance setups, and site prep in-house. This means fewer subcontractors for you to manage and a faster path to completion.\n\n?Our Specialized Services\n\n?Residential & Commercial: New construction, remodels, and historical retrofits.\n\n?EV Charging Stations: Professional installation for homes and commercial fleets.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

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.

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 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.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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