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Q: How do I know what size generator I need?

• <div><p>When <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-size-generator-do-i-need.htm">choosing the right size generator</a> for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you&rsquo;ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:</p><ul><li><p>Refrigerator: 600 watts</p></li><li><p>Large dehumidifier: 700 watts</p></li><li><p>Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts</p></li><li><p>Water heater: 3,000 watts</p></li></ul><p>Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running. </p></div>

Q: How does a generator transfer switch save me money?

• <div><p>It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you&rsquo;ll have to pay between <b>$400 and $2,500</b> to have the transfer switch installed, you&rsquo;ll recoup that amount later on when you don&rsquo;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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-hook-up-generator-to-house.htm">hook up of a generator to your home</a>. </p></div>

Q: How many days can a standby generator run continuously?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-can-whole-house-generator-run-continuously.htm">amount of time a standby generator can run continuously</a> is around <b>3,000 hours</b> on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home&rsquo;s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won&rsquo;t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won&rsquo;t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.</p></div>

Q: Do I really need a generator transfer switch?

• <div><p>Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-an-electrical-emergency.htm">electrical emergencies</a>. 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. </p></div>

Q: Can a portable generator power an entire home?

• <div><p>A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/installing-whole-house-generator.htm">whole-home generator</a> instead. </p></div>

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Last update on November 16, 2025

Reviewed in December 2024
Terrible service. They installed a generator at my 91 year old mother?s house. They cut the lines for the sprinkler system during installation and took no responsibility. Even worse, two days ago the electricity went out for the first time since installation and the generator did not come on!...
Storm Guardian Generators
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Reviewed in November 2024
BUYER BEWARE!!! I will update this review IF the generator I contracted for gets installed. Apparently, the LLC entity that previously operated as Generator Supercenter of Nashville is in some sort of financial difficulty, and the franchise operations have been taken back by the...
KLG LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
BA installed a secondary breaker panel and a generator inlet I wanted for power outages. They were very proficient and professional. Everything was done in a very timely manner. BA is very responsive, and did the work at the time they promised. I highly recommend them and will be using them...
BA Electric
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Reviewed in April 2023
Installed a transfer switch for my home generator, to power up my house when I lose power. Was always in communication with me about what what needed, did a great job , quick and easy. Awesome service, will call again when needed. Thanks Dan
Daniel Sheeran
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Reviewed in January 2019
We have used Chuck Hooper for 4 tile installation projects over the last several years. He is a true professional that understands all the technical aspects of preparing and installing tile. He has completed installations of very expensive tile so intricate that architectural drawings were...
Chuck Hooper Tile
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Reviewed in June 2016
excellent, my niece liked the work so well, she had a patio taken away and a new one installed, she was delighted, very excellent workmanship, wanted to give him a thumbs up for his work. i would recommend these guys in a heartbeat, a third generation business. Very courteous, did his work in...
Blue Ribbon Concrete Services LLC
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Reviewed in October 2014
Installers were professional. They worked hard to keep gas and electricity outage at a minimum during the install. My husband has ALS and has to have his respirator on all the time, plus electric bed and other medical devices. We are in a part of our electric company area where there is not an...
Current Electrical & Generator Services
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Reviewed in May 2014
We originally hired Mike's Complete Home Services company to install tile and a steam generator for a new steam shower, which seemed a relatively straight forward project. We quickly learned that we had water damage in a couple of places requiring repairs outside the scope of the original...
Complete Home Services LLC
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Reviewed in May 2010
They were a subcontractor to a general contractor. We would not recommend them. Their installers were not very careful and did not do a very good job. They had to have a different crew come back and redo the work. They were slow to get it scheduled. It actually took three tries to get it fixed...
Floorz
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