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Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc
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Serving Orbisonia, 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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8.5kW Champion Side
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+9

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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W&B Electrical LLC
5.0(
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Serving Orbisonia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired them to install outlets all throughout my garage, they completed the work in a timely fashion and very professionally. Definitely will use them for all my future electrical needs"
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+6

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Tom Stephenson Generator Service, Inc
New to Angi

Serving Orbisonia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Credit card accepted

For over 21 years, Tom Stephenson Generator Service, Inc., has been a family owned and operated business focusing specifically on preventative maintenance, repair and inspection of Industrial and Home emergency generators, as well as, Prime Power Generators. \n\nCollectively, our team of specialized mechanics has over 60 years of experience with generator repair and remains current on the newest technology and equipment by consistently attending and completing classes and certifications for our manufacturers. Although we service all major brands, our mechanics are factory trained and certified in Generac, Kohler and Onan generators.\n\nWith Tom Stephenson Generator Service, Inc., you can count on competitive service quotes, a fast response and quality work. In addition, we carry most common parts on our trucks, so we can provide you with the power you need when you need it.\n

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John Secrist Electric
New to Angi

Serving Orbisonia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We offer over 40 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of\nelectrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and\npanel upgrades and a variety of other jobs. We're committed to providing a personalized service\nfor each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships\nwith our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

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RJ Electric
New to Angi

Serving Orbisonia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Richard Lick
New to Angi

Serving Orbisonia, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nExperience working in power plants for 13 years!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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