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Q: What size generator does my house need?

• <div><p>You can determine what size generator you need by listing the various appliances it will power during an outage. Write down the start-up watt usage, and then add them all together. </p><p>A 7,500-watt generator will run your refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits without a problem. However, you&rsquo;ll need an extra 3,000 to 4,500 watts to run your water heater and another 5,000 to 25,000 watts to run your electric furnace. In these instances, a whole-home generator is your best bet for running your critical equipment.</p></div>

Q: Can a natural gas generator work without electricity or in a power outage?

• <div><p>Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn&rsquo;t working. The trick is using a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-install-generator-transfer-switch.htm?entry_point_id=33797025">transfer switch</a> (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to install a generator?

• <div><p>The typical <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-generator.htm">cost of a home generator</a> is around <b>$5,000</b>, but prices range from <b>$400 up to $13,000</b>, depending on a few factors. The most significant cost factor is the generator size, as larger generators that can support more square footage usually cost more. You can install an emergency backup generator for between <b>$500 and $2,000</b> or a partial-home generator for between <b>$2,000 and $6,500</b>. Whole-home generators usually total between <b>$5,000 and $13,000</b>, with some models climbing as high as <b>$18,000</b>.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth it to install a whole house generator?

• <div><p>A whole house generator can be worth the extra money for peace of mind if your home is prone to power outages for extended periods of time or if you have life-saving medical equipment that needs to maintain power at all times. These devices can also increase your home&rsquo;s value, especially in areas prone to extreme weather and power outages. </p></div>

Q: How much does portable generator installation cost?

• <div><p>Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.</p></div>

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Last update on January 21, 2026

Reviewed in May 2025
Very professional, fair price, coordinated with gas company....had a blackout a week later and the generator worked perfectly. So far so good!
Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2025
Polite and very clean. He takes pride in the job produced, not always the case and fair priced. We had 2 fans installed - the 1 room was near where I work from home. He was thoughtful to close the door of that room! We are scheduling more work next week
RG Handyman
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Reviewed in July 2023
Mike installed seamless gutters on my house. His quote was honest, fair, and accurate. The project involved switching from 4 to 6 inch gutters with a leafguard. Putting the gutters up was quick and only took a few hours. Communication was excellent and I would highly recommend Mike
Gutters By Mike LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
Professional, extremely neat and efficient, explained every stage of the installation. All well pump installation parts were readily available. Arrived on time and met their installation time commitment. I would highly recommend them.
Aqua Pure Well Pumps, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2020
Shane gave us an estimate for installing the system, explained, how it works and what he will be doing, we accepted the proposal. He arrived on time and installed the system quickly and efficiently. Shane always presented himself as a professional, Thank you.
Radon Technology & Environmental, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2019
It was a real pleasure dealing with Troy. Everything he did was quality work . He is courteous, reliable, reasonable and punctual. He showed up when he said he would -called if he was going to be late or had to shift times or days. Finished when he said he would. Troy went above and beyond to...
Troy Walton Masonry & Remodeling
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Reviewed in December 2017
Kevin was courteous, knowledgeable, explained everything clearly and even pointed out issues I was unaware of that need to be addressed because of improper equipment installed by another company.
K.N. Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in August 2016
This company was very professional and used a good quality Chamberlain garage door opener. They installed in less than an hour, was very efficient, and did not require any homeowner help as some installers do. After completion, he thoroughly explained all the features and benefits of the...
Advanced Garage Doors, LLC
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