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Avatar for John Gambino Electric
John Gambino Electric
5.0(
24
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair+4 more

Serving Wayne, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bill H from Gambino Electric showed up promptly on time for the job. There were some edge ceiling tiles that needed to be removed to reach the power line and Bill did very clean work with the removal and disposal. Bill showed cross sections of the older range power line and the new line installed, describing the differences in insulation and safety features of the newer line. Bill went above and beyond by detecting the wrong cord on the new range, and replaced this with the proper range gauge power cord. Bill also helped us to correctly position and level the new range appliance. I would recommend Bill and Gambino Electric for any similar household wiring job where safety and quality of work are a priority."
Electrical
Electrical
Electrical
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+4

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BRAD BROWN ELECTRIC
4.8(
253
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Wayne, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"From scheduling through installation had an excellent experience. This was a surprisingly pleasant morning with not only highly-competent and professional electrical services rendered, but done so by two gentlemen operating swiftly and politely with integrity. I would use them again in a heartbeat and absolutely recommend their services."
Recessed Lighting
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
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+10

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Synergy Power Systems, Inc.
5.0(
10
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Wayne, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My mother used this company for her generator installation and recommended them to me because she loved them so much. I also ended up hiring them. All went well as expected, start to finish the crew as awesome. No regrets."
Reading Area
Chester County
Denver Pa
Generator Installed
Generac Generator Installed

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Young's Electrical Services, Inc.
Young's Electrical Services, Inc.
4.6(
130
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Wayne, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed a 240V outlet installed, Eddie gave a great quote and got the job done fast. Went the extra mile and gave us a heads up for making sure we got the right type of drying machine to match the outlet interface. Great communication in setting up the job, showed up on time, really personable fellow. Would definitely use their services again and recommend to a friend. 5/5."
Ceiling Fan Installation
Rewire to code
Rewire to code
Lighting/Recess lighting Install
Lighting/Recess lighting Install

+8

Response time3 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
Avatar for Mister Sparky Electric
Mister Sparky Electric
4.4(
309
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Wayne, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason installed doorbells at 2 doors. There were no functioning doorbells when I purchased this house 5 years ago. Various contractors warned me of the difficulty and expense of hardwired installations, making me put off the project. Wireless doorbells were unreliable. I was encouraged by James, who did my annual electrical maintenance, and scheduled the work for me. Jason did a fantastic job by creative thinking to avoid the difficulties I'd previously been warned about. He did the job quickly, neatly, and very successfully. I am thrilled to have working doorbells for the first time in 5 years!"
Electrical Repairs
Electrical Installations
173 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Michelbacher Contracting, LLC
4.8(
9
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Wayne, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Dave and his guys did a great job, as always. He came out next day. Fixed an outdoor outlet by my pool and installed a Ring flood light and camera for my side yard. Done within an hour at a very reasonable price. Can't recommend them enough."
Master Suite  rough in
Master Suite
roughed in bath
Finished bath
Relaxing Tub area

+4

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

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.

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.

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