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Whelans Electrical Services
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Shawnee, OK and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

At Whelan Electrical Services, we are committed to providing safe, reliable, and high-quality electrical solutions for residential and light commercial customers. With years of hands-on experience in electrical construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and service work, we take pride in delivering honest recommendations, exceptional workmanship, and outstanding customer service.\nWhether you need electrical repairs, panel upgrades, lighting installation, generator connections, EV charger installation, troubleshooting, or new electrical installations, we approach every project with professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety. Our goal is to complete every job correctly the first time while exceeding customer expectations.\nWhen you choose Whelan Electrical Services, you’re choosing dependable service, transparent communication, and quality work you can trust.

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Wedgeco LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Shawnee, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

"Great experience from start to finish! I would be happy to recommend his services to family and friends. Throughout the process he was punctual and communicative, I was always well informed what was happening. During installation of the panel he discovered a bad meter box that needed to be replaced, it was unavoidable. He was able to complete both repairs in a timely manor. Due to what work was performed a state inspection was required. it passed with no issues. For me, the whole experiences was great, I never felt pressured into any repairs that were out of the scope of what I was asking for. 5 stars from this guy!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
GENERATOR SUPERCENTER
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Serving Shawnee, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The electricians and plumbers were very professional in their demeanor. They worked as a team, everyone knew what to do and how to do it. They answered all my questions, but didn't let that distract them from their job. I was impressed with the speed of the installation. They cleaned up after themselves and took their trash with them."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Active Electric LLC.
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Serving Shawnee, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding! I have never had such professional and courteous and quick assistance from any other company in the 15 years I have lived in this area. I highly recommend Justin and his company, active electric!!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Coover Electric, LLC
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Shawnee, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The customer service was excellent! I had a lot of questions and they responded quickly with answers to help me decide on what vehicle charger I needed to buy. They got me scheduled quickly and the install was professional and fast!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Passion Electric
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Serving Shawnee, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’ve been very happy with the work we’ve had done by Passion Electric and we will definitely hire them again. Their team are all very professional and kind. Their work is excellent and timely and I am always impressed by the quick response time."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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 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.

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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.

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