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Avatar for Advanced Technologies and Electrical, LLC
Advanced Technologies and Electrical, LLC
4.5(
341
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Fairlawn, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and his crew were very friendly, courteous and did a fine job for me! I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a newly installed generator! Very pleased and glad my friends recommended them to me! Good job good work! Thanks"
2005 Video Intern
Flat Wall Mounted Speakers
mark basement Before
 AV Rack
 150 Amp Siemens Panel

+194

Response time1 day
128 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Tri-County Electric Service
Tri-County Electric Service
4.9(
61
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Fairlawn, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris and his assistant did an excellent job of explaining the situation and options for repairing or replacing our hot water heater. In the end we chose to replace it and they were able to secure a new unit and install it within 3 hours. Would definitely recommend Chris and Tri-County Services and will use them again if another situation arises."
Side House Electric
Front Door Electric
Residential Electric
Electrical Installs
Kitchen Lighting

+10

39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by4%of homeowners
Avatar for Tri-County Electric Service
Tri-County Electric Service
5.0(
37
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Fairlawn, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Tri-County Services Electric & Plumbing is a family-owned contractor proudly serving Northeast Ohio for nearly 50 years. Based in Garfield Heights, we provide reliable residential and commercial electrical work, including panel upgrades, EV charger installations, lighting design, generator setups, troubleshooting, and 24/7 emergency repairs.\n

Lighting Installation
Lighting Installation
Lighting Installation
Lighting Installation
Lighting Installation

+8

22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by4%of homeowners
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CG3 Generators & More, LLC
5.0(
6
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Fairlawn, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I matched with CG3 on Angi and reached out after our generator did not kick in when we lost power. The generator came with the house so we did not know what to do with it. He answered my call and offered help before he even came over. At the schedule appointment, we walked through everything with us and suggested we set a service when it was needed. I appreciated how thorough and honest he was! We are definitely hiring CG3 for our generator services."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for WyattWorks
WyattWorks
4.7(
574
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Fairlawn, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"On Thursday, the technician (David) came to my house to look at two projects: replacing a leaking electric water heater, and installing a new gas line (in my crawlspace) to my masonry fireplace so I can convert from wood to gas logs. He explained my options, and quoted prices for these options. I asked if he could do the work on the upcoming Saturday, and he scheduled this before he left! I ordered the gas tankless water heater and the gas line to my fireplace. By the way, I had 3 different plumbers look at this work, WyattWorks had the lowest prices. On Saturday David and Alex arrived early in the morning and worked past 6:30 PM to complete both jobs. The installations were great. Everything to code, and with neat, high quality workmanship and thoroughly tested. They cleaned up the work areas and hauled away my old water heater. In other words, a typical WyattWorks job."
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+1

Response time8 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Wilson Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Wilson Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.4(
18
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Fairlawn, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Our licensed technicians are experts in plumbing, heating, electric, and air conditioning, backed by 100 hours of specialized training. When you choose Wilson, you're choosing excellence, reliability, and a company that cares about your home as much as you do.\n

Rewiring
Chandelier Installation
Chandelier Installation
Chandelier Installation
Chandelier Installation

+2

Response time7 hrs
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by17%of homeowners
Avatar for Blind & Son, LLC
Blind & Son, LLC
4.3(
358
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Fairlawn, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1937

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Blind & Sons did a great job with my electrical project! I had them install a new electrical outlet in the basement for my electric dryer and the technician that performed the work was professional, courteous, and cleaned up after himself when the job was done. Will be hiring Blind & Sons for all future projects!"
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Electrical team
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by93%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 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.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

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