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Cincinnati's Everlasting Electric
4.9(
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Serving Madeira, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Cincinnati’s Everlasting Electric did an excellent job. They installed a new 400 amp service from the street and added some 220 volt lines for a car charger and cooktop. They were polite, did everything on time, cleaned up, and were very courteous. The inspection passed and the inspector told me that he never finds any problems with their work. I highly recommend them."
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Response time5 days
Response rate100%
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Paff Electric & Solar
4.3(
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Serving Madeira, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Paff Electric, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Apollo Home
3.7(
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Serving Madeira, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding…Great Service at a Great price! The cost for Apollo installing 2 water heaters was HALf of what S-K contractor quoted for one water heater!!"
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Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by69%of homeowners
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River City Electrical Services
5.0(
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Serving Madeira, OH and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At River City Electrical Services, we focus on providing safe, reliable electrical work homeowners can trust. Whether it’s installing new lighting, troubleshooting electrical issues, upgrading panels, or adding outlets, we handle every job with attention to detail and a commitment to doing the work right the first time.\nWith years of hands-on experience in residential electrical service, we understand how important it is for homeowners to feel confident in the work being done in their home. We take pride in clear communication, honest pricing, and clean, professional workmanship.\nOur goal is simple: make your electrical project easy and stress-free while delivering quality results that last.\nIf you’re looking for a dependable electrician who shows up on time, respects your home, and stands behind the work, we’d be happy to help with your project.

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Kennylectric
New to Angi

Serving Madeira, OH and surrounding areas

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Licensed electrician with 10 years of hands-on experience offering reliable, high-quality electrical services for residential, small commercial and industrial projects. Whether you need a quick fix or a full installation, I bring professional expertise and attention to detail to every job.\n\n✔ 10 years of licensed experience\n✔ Troubleshooting & repairs\n✔ Lighting installation & upgrades\n✔ Outlet, switch, and panel work\n✔ Clean, safe, and code-compliant service\n\nDependable, honest, and committed to getting the job done right the first time. Flexible availability for evenings and weekends.\n \nPlease reach out to schedule your next project.

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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.

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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