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Tri-County Electric Service
5.0(
37
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Geneva, 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

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by4%of homeowners
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Tri-County Electric Service
4.9(
56
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Fixed Generator - Repair

Serving Geneva, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tri-County Electric Services was able to send a plumber out the next day to provide estimates for a few projects in my home. Chris M. arrived at my home and was professional, knowledgable, straight forward, and friendly. He quoted me fair prices to install a new toilet and new kitchen faucet, both of which I had previously purchased independently and had at home ready to install. I was very happy that he was able to complete the installs that day. He also fixed a minor leak below a bathroom sink. All around a great experience! I will definitely hire them again for future plumbing needs. Chris explained that the company recently added a plumbing division to complement their electric services. Thank you for a job well done!"
Side House Electric
Front Door Electric
Residential Electric
Electrical Installs
Kitchen Lighting

+10

91 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by4%of homeowners
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WyattWorks Plumbing
4.7(
571
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Geneva, 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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17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Lakewise Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Geneva, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had Lakewise Electric install a Tesla Wall Connector at my home and was very pleased with the experience. Communication was excellent, the work was professional, and the installation was completed neatly with attention to detail. The team took the time to explain the options and delivered a clean, high-quality result. I would definitely recommend Lakewise Electric to anyone looking for EV charger installation or other electrical work."
Duplex service change
Duplex service change
100 amp panel change
100 amp panel change
Service upgrade

+2

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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In His Name Electric
5.0(
17
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Geneva, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jay installed a faucet on a kitchen sink at my home. He is listed as an electrician, but he can do plumbing work as well. I will hire him again. It's good to have some one who knows more than one trade. He was friendly, and professional."
In His Name Electric Accreditation
Certificate of Accreditation
Foyer new light
Kitchen and dinette
New Dining light

+2

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

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.

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