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Avatar for Powers Electric
Powers Electric
4.0(
55
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Westerville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike Powers responded to my query within seconds. I hadn't even had a chance to create my Angi password yet. Unlike other contractors, he gave me a quote within a week. (One contractor came out twice, then never gave me a quote or answered my follow-up emails. Guess he didn't want my business.) The biggest delay was obtaining the generator I wanted, a Kohler instead of a Generac. But everything was great on Mike's end. His electrical crew was thorough and efficient, as were the sub-contracted plumbers. Now, I just hope I have no need to use it, although I am confident it will work."
Response time2 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Safe Electric and Plumbing
4.6(
45
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+3 more

Serving Westerville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the 2nd time I have used Safe Electric and both times I have used them have been great experiences. I had 3 new fixtures installed plus a new circuit run to be used for a new freezer in our finished basement. Jon & Eric were the two electricians that were sent to my home. They worked efficiently and quickly, but did outstanding work. Even though our basement had a finished ceiling, they were able to run a wire through with minimal disruption to the finished ceiling. I had concerns about the alignment of the lights on the fixture (this was a manufacturing defect and nothing to do with their installation) and they obliged me by improving the light alignment. They also cleaned up after they were completed and disposed of the old light fixtures and packaging materials for the new fixtures. Their work was excellent. The only negative aspect was the price which seemed very high to me. The cost for installation of the 3 light fixtures was $462 and the new circuit was $903."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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KAP Electric
4.6(
77
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Westerville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired KAP for several projects from installing a whole house generator, house rewiring to installing light fixtures. Either a large or small job they were professional. I highly recommend them for any electrical work."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Steller Electric, LLC
4.5(
78
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Westerville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We shopped around a lot. Stellar came in strong for price and felt really confident with their consultation and project management. No project goes perfectly- wish I'd had them onsite during shower glass measurement and countertop installation- I should have requested-nothing major but small mistake may have been avoided. nice to have same crew throughout the project. Trusted them and we went out of town with no worries about our home. Worked with the Home Depot designer they recommended and she was great too. Wish I had consulted her for paint too- our schedules didn't align at the end- advice to plan it ALL on the front end. Would certainly recommend Steller and would use them again."
Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Columbus Breeze Electric, LLC
5.0(
10
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Westerville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Scheduling with Breeze was super simple and they were able to accommodate my busy schedule. My technician was polite and was able to trouble shoot errors that a previous electrician made. I wish I had used them to begin with. The Generator was Installed in one afternoon too! As for pricing I thought they were average. You get what you pay for though, they do quality work so I donâ t mind paying a little more. Less headaches in the long run!!!"
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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.

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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