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GENERATOR SUPERCENTER
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Drummond, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The tech (Christian?) was very professional and amiable. He had the unit running again fairly quickly and tested it. He took the time to talk to me about operating the generator and a friendly conversation. I hope he comes back next on the next service date."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Urner Electric
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Drummond, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andrea and Cary were excellent, professional, very kind, did the install quickly and triple checked everything for us before they were satisfied! I can’t say enough about how terrific they were! I want to personally give them a big Thank You! Sandra H"
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
Hetrick Electric LLC
5.0(
2
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Drummond, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience with Jason. He's a meticulous worker who you have the piece of mind that things will turn out the way they should. Compared to other contractors I've hired, Jason cleans up nicely and thoroughly. His work is near prefect, and I'm very pleased. I would recommend him to anyone. ."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

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.

To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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