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Eie Electric
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Serving Parkston, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jason communicated with me right away when I contacted him. He was on time, he charged a fair price He gave us options and finished the job in one day! Very professional! I would definitely recommend him to family and friends!"
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Response time2 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Trinity Electric
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Parkston, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They show up and on time. If they do run behind, they call. Sounds simple, but itâ s a real challenge these days"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TT Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Parkston, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was easy to work with, good at listening what we wanted and open to changes."
Response time10 mins
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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D & J Electric, Inc.
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Parkston, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

We offer over 35 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, generator installs, wiring and panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We are committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. No job is too small. We will help you find your short!

Response time12 hrs
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Trinity Electric LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Parkston, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Trinity Electric! With over 18 years of experience, we take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give every customer! We are known to be extremely hands on and involved, while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

Response time3 hrs
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

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.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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