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Synergy Power Systems, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Orefield, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job from start to finish, didn't try to sell me more than I needed. The salesman was very knowledgeable and listened to what I wanted, The installation team did a wonderful job with the install. looks very nice!"
Reading Area
Chester County
Denver Pa
Generator Installed
Generac Generator Installed

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maitz Home Services
4.1(
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Serving Orefield, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1964

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were walked through the products and installation as well as the benefits of a heat pump. The install was done in one day. Very quick and efficient. We've had the units running for about a month and they are awesome. We're very happy with our decision."
Outdoor HVAC System
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Malachowski Construction & Excavation LLC
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Serving Orefield, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a small company that can tackle any task. The owner is on every jobsite to make sure that the work is getting completed to his high standards. We like to be a one stop shop for our customers and help them with whatever their dream is.

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AirHeads HVAC LLC
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Serving Orefield, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent and efficient service, on time for appointment, repaired our Generac generator with OEM parts. I've always believed, if you can't explain it simply...you don't understand it well enough. This guy knows his stuff. The technician explained all repairs while making recommendations for future care and preventative maintenance. We understood and felt confident in our maintenance/repair decisions. One stop shop for generator, electrical and heating repair and including oil and propane products. We will be using them going forward for their services. Highly recommended!"
Response time6 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Deshko Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Orefield, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had personal EV charging station installed by this business' technician. He is very professional, explained all options how to get wires from main electric panel to the other side of the house where it would be convenient for us to charge the car. Provided all required materials and get job done fast and safely, made sure everything works properly."
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Mister Sparky
5.0(
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Serving Orefield, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project.\nIn order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer \nin a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Fisher Electric Plumbing HVAC LLC
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Serving Orefield, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n

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+13

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Simmz Electrical
5.0(
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Serving Orefield, PA and surrounding areas

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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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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

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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