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Q: What are the benefits of a portable generator?

• <div><p>Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.</p></div>

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: What size generator does my house need?

• <div><p>You can determine what size generator you need by listing the various appliances it will power during an outage. Write down the start-up watt usage, and then add them all together. </p><p>A 7,500-watt generator will run your refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits without a problem. However, you&rsquo;ll need an extra 3,000 to 4,500 watts to run your water heater and another 5,000 to 25,000 watts to run your electric furnace. In these instances, a whole-home generator is your best bet for running your critical equipment.</p></div>

Q: What size generator do I need for a 2,500-square-foot house?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Can I install a portable generator myself?

• <div><p>DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.</p></div>

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Last update on October 23, 2025

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 March 2015
Invaluable as a contractor with services entailing through training processes and proper usage of electronic collar etc. After a couple of training sessions puppy was most happy to play in yard with minor supervision. After two-three weeks he just went out unsupervised and its great not to have...
Outdoor Pet Solutions
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Reviewed in July 2014
The provider specializes in tree service and my needs are more brush/general lawn clean up so he is not able to perform the work I am in need of. I have contacted Angie's List in order to get a refund of the Big Deal purchase.
treeSAVVY Professional Arborists/ OUT ON A LIMB
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Reviewed in May 2014
Professional work. Experts at what they do. Would recommend them to anyone wanting the best in landscaping services. The experience goes back two generations and it shows. Chris has a real gift for seeing how the project should be laid out and will listen to your vision to make it a reality.
Crenshaw Landscaping
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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 August 2012
The Saccheri construction project went very well with the results better than initially envisioned. The project began on July 5, 2011 and progressed continuously until August 5, 2011 when Saccheri's contract was completed. The 3 man crew was superb in handling all aspects of the contract and...
Saccheri Construction
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Reviewed in June 2011
When I first called, the owner said he would be in the neighborhood the next day and could drop by to look at our doors. He came as he said he would, told me what he thought it needed, gave me a general estimate (it was very close to the actual invoice), and said he would get back in touch for...
Cornerstone Garage Door Company 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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Reviewed in April 2009
Generall very good. Only problem was that the hole in the sheetrock that I made was too small, and when they enlarged it, they broke the new piece and discarded it -- but I retrieved it
JOSLIN PLUMBING, HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
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