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Luminous Electric LLC
4.4(
615
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Prosperity, 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
531 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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415 HandyManServices
5.0(
3
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Fixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Prosperity, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Handyman services, we offer 51 years of experience, are a family owned company. Our mission is to bring quality work to our customers. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority. We offer a wide variety of services, from plumbing, to electrical, new or old construction, framing, drywall, doors, windows, siding, roof repairs, gutters, asphalt driveway sealing an pot hole patching.

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The Margroff Company
5.0(
1
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Prosperity, 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
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DAN O'SHEA ELECTRIC
5.0(
15
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Prosperity, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan and his team did a fantastic job. My initial issue ended up being a lot more elaborate than initially anticipated but I was so pleased with their initial work I hired them again to address the larger system issue. I absolutely recommend and will definitely look to hire them again next time I have any electrical problems."
Car Wash
Car Wash
Car Wash
Car Wash
Car Wash

+15

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Dave's Electric
3.7(
40
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Prosperity, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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He arrived about 15 minutes earlier and went through the house to find out exactly what was needed for the job.  After the two hours I had him remain to complete the work I had to finish one floor of the house.  I also discussed him returning to the house to do other floors.

Dave's began with the completion of wiring on three lights we had in the basement.  The old lighting was pulled and new wires run for outlets.  A few junction boxes that were old and had bad wires were pulled and the wiring that was replaced was pulled out so it didn't confuse us or interfere with the remaining work.

After the switch for the lighting was installed and a plug that had to be taken out removed and replaced Dave's fixed the issues I had with my security light.

Dave and his helper were polite, professional and proficient in getting the work done.  That is why I kept them on the job until the floor was finished.



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Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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.

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.

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

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