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Anderson Water & Power
4.4(
618
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Sylvan Beach, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We really like the professional job done by Paul, James III and Nate, they answered all our questions and explained everything to our understanding. They are no doubt well-trained in their field and dedicated to the reputation of the company. Kudos to our saleperson Tom, who also happens to be the president. We had on-location visits from 3 companies to have a whole-house generator installed and no doubt picked the best company."
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Cummins
Cummins Install
Cummins
Transfer switch Cummins

+62

Response time2 days
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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It's Electric Electrical Contracting LLC
5.0(
14
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Sylvan Beach, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"I was very pleased with the service I received today. The electrician was very professional. Scheduling went very smoothly, and I got a very quick response back after sending a message. I was pleasantly surprised on how quickly I was able to get an apt. I feel very satisfied on the electrical work that was done. I would use this company again and I would also recommend them to anyone that is looking for an electrician"
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19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Meticulous Electric
4.8(
28
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Sylvan Beach, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. 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 \n

100 amp underground
100 amp underground
100 amp underground
100 amp underground
100 amp underground

+2

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Battles Electric
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Sylvan Beach, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Battles Electric, is a local owned company Booneville, NY . We cater to both residents and commercial businesses all throughout the area. We can handle any move local or far. If you are looking for a reliable contractor in the area, then give us a call today!

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+10

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MNW Construction
4.9(
19
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Sylvan Beach, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Immediate response to our inquiry. Reasonably priced and extremely willing to accommodate our needs -willing to make two trips to the residence as we wanted the old water heater pulled one day so that we could access and paint the small utility room prior to installing the new water heater the next morning"
MNW Construction
Panel swap
Panel swap
Panel swap
Panel swap

+4

Recommended by26%of homeowners
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Generator Install FAQs, 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.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house 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.

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