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Rinker Inc. Generator, Ductless, Electrical
4.7(
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Serving Drums, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rinker is great, they were very informative, professional. I reached out to them again to install another generator in a new house, but sadly it is outside their service area."
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+5

37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Steve Shrawder Construction
5.0(
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Serving Drums, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was impressed with the installation of the generator. It was done expertly and efficiently. It is good to know that Steve will be available should any service be needed in the future."
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Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Drums, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hurricane Generators keeps your home powered—no matter what the storm brings. We specialize in selling, installing, and maintaining premium home standby generators from trusted brands like Generac, Cummins, and Champion. Whether it’s a hurricane, ice storm, or unexpected outage, we make sure your lights stay on, your appliances run, and your family stays safe.\n\nFrom the moment you call, our experts guide you through every step—helping you choose the perfect generator, delivering a clean, professional installation, and providing ongoing service to keep it running flawlessly year after year. With fast response times and flexible maintenance plans, you can rest easy knowing your backup power is always ready.\n\nAt Hurricane Generators, we don’t just install equipment—we deliver peace of mind. When the power goes out, you won’t skip a beat.

The Hurricane Team is committed to seeing your project through from start to finish.
All our installations include an Automatic Transfer Switch, which allows your home generator to automatically startup during a power outage.
Our Standby Generator installations include all gas and electric work required.
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
GenShield LLC
New to Angi

Serving Drums, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in interior painting and provide unmatched customer service! You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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Simmz Electrical
New to Angi

Serving Drums, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Simmz Electrical was founded by Joe Zita on a simple standard: electrical work should be done right the first time, with clear communication and uncompromising attention to detail.\nAs owner, Joe personally oversees projects to ensure every installation meets code, reflects professional craftsmanship, and leaves your home as clean as it was found. From panel upgrades to full lighting installations, the focus is always long-term reliability, not shortcuts

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TAS Contracting and Mechanical Solutions
New to Angi

Serving Drums, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

We are a family owned and operated company that works closely together to provide the best service possible for every customer we have the opportunity of servicing. \nAt TAS we provide high quality work for an affordable cost to our customers \nWhether you are looking for a remodel of your home or a specific project like HVAC, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, service and install; we have someone ready for the job.\nCan supply approximate pricing via photo or through messaging. \nOwner: my name is Blayze, I am 25 years old and have been part of the HVAC Industry for 7 years. I was a salesman and store manager for a HVAC supplier for 2-3 of those years that gave me knowledge of what products in the industry are best quality. you can be assured that you are getting the best of the best when it comes to quality. I work closely with my younger brother Ryder who has also been in the industry for 5 years and is a Ductwork master. We both look forward to meeting with you in the future

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

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.

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. 

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

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