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GreenGo Electrical Services
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Cross Hill, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"These guy were great and their attention to detail was top notch"
Response time5 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cagen Electric, LLC
4.7(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Cross Hill, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Spencer Cagen is very professional and honest. He finished my project which could cost more than $1600 from another company for a little over $200. I strongly recommend his service and will hire him again for home project next time."
Response time7 hrs
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THE LEGACY ELECTRIC SERVICES OF THE UPSTATE INC
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Cross Hill, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We offer over 30 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and panel upgrades and a variety of other jobs. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Knights Electrical Services
5.0(
1
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Cross Hill, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Showed up on time and fixed issue fast. Will be sure to use them again if needed"
Panel Replacement, and power restored
Panel Replacement, and power restored
Panel Replacement, and power restored
Panel Replacement, and power restored
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clark Electric Service, Inc.
1.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Cross Hill, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Credit card accepted

We have the experience and commitment to provide quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company, with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

Response time5 days
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Fincher Electric Construction LLC
1.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business+2 more

Serving Cross Hill, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We offer over 24 years of experience the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and panel upgrades and a variety of other jobs. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time2 hrs
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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.

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.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

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. 

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