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Beck Electric, Generators & Plumbing
4.1(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving Paris, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding professional company to deal with from every aspect. No high pressure salesman, delivered on every promise, returned calls, outstanding installation crew. Couldnâ t have had a better experience!"
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The Human Bean - Canton, OH
Generator
Generator Gas & Electric
Transfer Switch & Panel

+25

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Electric of Cleveland
4.0(
136
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Paris, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Electric provided excellent service for me under difficult circumstances. A building contractor damaged a wire and buried it under 42” of concrete. Ryan Corley, Mr. Electric’s wire detection specialist, was able to locate the wire accurately. Electricians Jeff Shipkosky and Khefren Johnson spent two and a half very long days, in 93-degree heat, digging around the perimeter of my house. Both ends of the damaged wire were eventually located six feet underground, which is considerable deeper than code requires. Justin David, Mr. Electric’s manager, was here working alongside his men and provided all the support possible to them. He maintained full contact and communication with me throughout the entire process. These men, along with a crew of assistants, are a class act company. I was very impressed at the dedication of Mr. Electric and recommend them highly."
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Wilson Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.4(
18
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Paris, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everyone was really professional and helpful. One of the projects took longer than anticipated, so they had to send someone out the next day to finish the last project. While I wasn't home for that work being done, the tech that was sent out, from what I was told, was very professional."
Rewiring
Chandelier Installation
Chandelier Installation
Chandelier Installation
Chandelier Installation

+2

Response time7 hrs
95 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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R & K Electric, Ltd
4.4(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Paris, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

With over four decades of industry experience, R & K Electric, Ltd is your trusted partner for residential and commercial electrical services. We are committed to delivering punctual, professional, and reliable solutions for every project big or small. Our team stands behind our work 100%, ensuring safety, quality, and customer satisfaction every time. When you choose R & K Electric, you're choosing expertise you can count on and service you can trust.

150-A Mast Service
400-A Elect. Service
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Koby Electric, Inc.
4.8(
14
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Paris, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired the Koby team to install a generator and solar panels. They did an excellent job. When the job was complete everything looked great. The shows the team takes pride in their work. All wiring and conduit straight and concealed when possible. Robbie was the lead throughout the project. He did a great job answering my questions and advising me along the way. Thank you for a job well done!"
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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.

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 wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.

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