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Avatar for Veteran's Home Maintenance, LLC
Veteran's Home Maintenance, LLC
4.3(
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Tiffin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have to say the owner of this company was extremely nice to say the least. In addition, so we're his workers that work in the Toledo, Ohio area. I would definitely hire this company for everything that needs done to our house in the future as well. I was extremely impressed to say the least!"
Ramp
32 6x6x18 ft. post set 4 foot into a 5 foot hole.
Posts set into holes before concrete
Response time1 day
228 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by43%of homeowners
Kennylectric
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Tiffin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

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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River Road Electric, LLC
4.9(
57
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Fixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Tiffin, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Andrew provided very professional electrician work and completed the installation of two chandeliers. One high up in the foyer and the other in our dining room. He added a new dimmer switch plus installed a remote control start/stop light / ceiling fan. This had been a long term problem he resolved very effectively. He is a very pleasant person to be working in our home and we would recommend him wholeheartedly."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Toledo
4.8(
117
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Tiffin, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Electric and AJ did a great job, very professional and looks great. AJ was very knowledgeable and did not interrupt power to the whole house while adding a generator adaptor to the fuse box panel. It took a little longer than expected and the price was a little high, but would recommend Mr. Electric to anyone."
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Mr Electric of Toledo
4.7(
6
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Tiffin, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Mr. Electric® of Toledo is a leader in electrical services and a trusted provider for installations, lighting, and electrical repair for homes and businesses. Our team of electricians provides expert service with the professionalism and integrity you’d expect from a major brand. Since 1994, Mr. Electric’s locally owned and operated locations have earned the trust of the communities they live in and serve throughout the US and Canada. We believe in up-front, fair pricing and quality workmanship. Backed by our Neighborly Done Right Promise™ - if it's not done right, we promise to make it right. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fee. Ask about our Angie's List discount!

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Mr. Electric
Outlet Conversion for Washer/Dryer.
Orians Electric, LLC
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Tiffin, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was contacted quickly by Orians Electric after posting on Angi. He worked with my schedule to come out to my house after work to install a Tesla wall charger. The other company who gave me a quote couldn’t come out for 2 weeks and only offered times during the work day. Orians was on time, efficient, and his work was very well done and super clean. He installed the charger in about an hour and his price was less than half of the other quote I had received from the other company. I would *highly* recommend this pro if you have any electrician needs in the future. I know I will be calling him again if needed. Thanks again, Orians Electric!"
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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. 

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