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Mister Sparky of Myrtle Beach
4.6(
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Serving Surfside Beach, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The electrician who came out talked with me and answered my questions. They installed an electric charging station. I am more than satisfied. They will try to upsell you so if you don't want that you have to be very clear."
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Cabinet Lighting
Cabinet Lighting
Cabinet Lighting

+2

Response time1 day
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Express Electrical Services
4.8(
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Serving Surfside Beach, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Branden and Corey were very sweet and they were able to install the light fixture with no problems. Would hire them again."
Murrells Inlet
Murrells Inlet
800ft Dock
Dock Lights
Warehouse lights

+19

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Greg Beverly Services, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Surfside Beach, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Greg Beverly Services is a locally owned electrical contractor serving our friends and neighbors across the Grand Strand and the greater Myrtle Beach area. Owner Greg Beverly has spent more than 35 years working in the electrical trade right here in our region, with experience on everything from amusement parks and office buildings to banks, retail shops, medical offices, homes, and condos along the coast.\nAs a Licensed Unlimited Electrical Contractor in South Carolina, we handle residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations, upgrades, and repairs throughout Myrtle Beach and the surrounding communities. We take pride in providing safe, reliable, and code‑compliant work with the kind of honest, straightforward service you expect from a local company that lives and works in the area.\nFor your convenience, we accept Visa and MasterCard.

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Swift Services Heating & Cooling, LLC
4.0(
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Serving Surfside Beach, SC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Swift is an efficient and professional service company. They installed my new air conditioner quickly and with no problems. They were on time, and the installers were friendly and courteous. I would recommend them to everyone. I would not use anyone else for my AC service. They are the best!"
Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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L & S Electric
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Serving Surfside Beach, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris came out right away and took care of the problems he really knows his stuff he doesn't try to push things that you don't need like the other companies did and the cost was a lot less than all the other quotes I received this will definitely be my permanent electrician from now on"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Quality Air & Insulation
4.8(
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Serving Surfside Beach, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Salesman communication for quote was good. Installers communication with homeowner needs improvement."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

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