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Jones Electrical Services
5.0(
43
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bruce and assistant came on a Sunday afternoon in 20 degree weather to complete electrical work for a portable generator. In addition, they picked the generator up for us at Lowe's, set it up, and explained how to operate it and did a test run. Very knowledgeable, professional, and courteous. Work completed in less time than estimated, cleaned up the work area leaving no mess behind. Also very fair price for excellent work. Highly recommend. Bruce is the only electrician I will call on when needs arise."
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Old Meter Base
Kitchen close-up.
New Meter Base
Outlets and Switches

+25

Response time6 days
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hensley Electric
5.0(
34
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Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mike always provides great service, punctuality of time on the job site, great communicator, and very knowledgeable! You will NEVER go wrong working with Mike! He’s my “go to” for every project!"
Rivian Charger
Rivian Charger
EV Charger Outlet
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MARTY'S ELECTRIC LLC
4.4(
38
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed a meter pole for our RV, and Marty's gave us a very reasonable quote, as well as a full detailed estimate of the job to be done. They installed our meter pole exactly to local city/ state codes, and completed it in a very timely manner! We could not have been more pleased with the project outcome!"
Inside chandeliers
Outside lighting
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Your Home Solar, LLC
5.0(
19
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everyone from the start of working with this company was great. We had solar panels installed back in 2022 and the company then they went under federal control. I had called multiple companies, no one was willing to help except your home solar. We needed a permit to get the solar up and running which also meant the state inspection. Anita, Landon and all of the other employees that we encountered in this process made it a very easy process. I would recommend this company to anyone looking for solar or that needs to get panels they have up and running."
Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project
Knoxville Solar Project

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
114 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kinetic Electric Company, LLC
4.5(
62
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Bob Saidla ( The owner) is a good man and the job he did for me reflected that. Him and his crew did an exceptional job, I also will be using his year round maintenance svc for the generator they installed plus any other electrical jobs I need to have done. I went thru him for the whole job, ( supplying the generator ect.) he did the whole generator job for about $1100.00 less than the other company I had contacted."
Warehouse
Warehouse
Warehouse
Warehouse
Warehouse

+15

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Baggetts Electrical Services
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+2 more

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had a car charger installed and was really happy with the work. He was responsive, showed up when he said he would, and the install came out clean and professional. Everything was explained clearly, the work area was left neat, and the charger works exactly as it should. Definitely someone I?d recommend if you need electrical work done."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Flip Switch Electric LLC
5.0(
5
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Piney Flats, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n

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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. 

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

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.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.

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