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Avatar for Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc.
Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Eighty Four, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Office staff was super helpful in getting this generator installed. And, on the day of installation, the technicians never took a break. At the same time, were very accommodating and and answered our questions fully. Great install. I would (and have) recommend Hurricane Homes."
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13kW Cummins Unit
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+9

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
BN Electric & Comms
4.7(
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Serving Eighty Four, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am truly impressed with the quality and professionalism of BN Electric! I received immediate phone and email responses to my initial Service Magic request...and an appointment was conveniently set up for the next day (a Saturday!). All work was not only fully explained and completed cleanly and efficiently, but with true pride in a job done right! Butch and Chris were very friendly and stuck to the original quote even though the job required a bit of extra unexpected work. I will definitely be using their services in the future and will recommend them to anyone in need of electrical services! Thank you, Butch!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pricelight Electric Company LLC
4.6(
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Serving Eighty Four, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Repaired and updated electric service (tree damage). Replaced deck supports and installed wiring for hot tub. They worked with local code enforcement to get the installation approved. Happy with work and cost. Deck support replacement was a difficult job."
Response time11 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Calfo Home Services
4.3(
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Serving Eighty Four, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My technician was very knowledgeable and polite. He answered all of my questions and explained the installation process for my stove gas cutoff valve. I would highly recommend Calfo services."
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+4

Response time8 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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The Margroff Company
5.0(
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Serving Eighty Four, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

The Margroff Company is a full service electrical company with over 20 years of experience. We are honest, loyal and provide the best customer satisfaction int own. We pay close attention to detail and owner, Jubal, is always on site to ensue quality work. Call us for a free estimate!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Alpha
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Serving Eighty Four, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Alpha, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 7 years of experience serving\nPittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

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Blondie Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Eighty Four, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"This is a great company with which to do business. From sales to installation and post-installation service, all areas way above average. I highly recommend."
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Response time2 days
Response rate92%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

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.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

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.

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