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Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc.
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Hickory, 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
Reverse Angle

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
BN Electric & Comms
4.7(
57
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Hickory, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Butch and Chris installed a whole house fan, medicine cabinet with lights and replaced some wall switches for me. They were professional, friendly, and did the work in a timely fashion. The work they did is top-quality. When they were finished, they not only cleaned up, but took the debris and shipping boxes with them. I will call them again for all of my electrical projects."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Luminous Electric LLC
4.4(
615
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Hickory, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Installed 50 amp wiring and connection for standby generator. Shane was prompt and professional and after job, cleaned up any mess that was created. I will look for him for any future electric work. I highly recommend his service."
Fan
Fan
Pendants
Transfer switch
Chandelier

+13

Response time10 hrs
500 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Calfo Home Services
4.3(
234
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Hickory, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

The problem with most "pros"? Too many bad habits.\nIt's easy to get swept away in the day to day monotony, even for those that call themselves "pros". When it comes to hiring a heating and cooling technician, nobody wants to deal with being treated like a sale rather than a person, the use of scare tactics instead of education, or someone who just wants to get to job done quickly instead of correctly. \nAll our HVAC pros go through 5 years of HVAC schooling, for a total of 10,000 hours of on-the-job training. And it's not just technical training either; it's training that focuses on you, on making you feel comfortable every step of the way. We will roll out the red carpet for you, both figuratively and literally.\nRed Carpet Treatment\nDuring every visit to a home, we lay out an actual red carpet to prevent any additional mess. But what may be even more important than just protecting your home is making sure you feel like you've received the best in customer service.

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Green Acres Outdoor Services, LLC
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Hickory, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Hi my name is Tyler Kissling (27) I am the owner of Green Acres Outdoor Services LLC. I am looking for new contracts for the 2027 season. I have dipped my feet into lots of different types of jobs over the last 10 years and I’m ready to get to work. Weather you are wanting your lawn mowed by Someone who genuinely cares about what it looks like to designing new landscaping to make your house pop out in your neighborhood. Call me to get to work

Alpha
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Generator - Repair - For BusinessPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Hickory, 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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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

Many services include assembling the unit and securing it in the window. Confirm with your provider.

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.

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