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Generx Generators
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Prospect, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

GenerX provides residential homeowners and businesses with all their standby electric power solutions. We sell, install, service, and maintain Generac generators. We are a certified Generac Premier Dealer. In order to meet this qualification, Generac requires that you have a large inventory of new generators and parts, employ at least eight factory trained technicians, and maintain a minimum customer satisfaction rate of 92%. GenerX exceeds all of Generac's criteria and has received an abundance of Generac awards for sales, service, and installation.

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Premier Generators
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Prospect, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Power outages don't have to disrupt your life. Founded in 1994, Premier Generators has been the Southeast's trusted Generac dealer for over 30 years. As a top Generac partner trusted by thousands of homeowners, we deliver factory-certified home standby generator installations that provide reliable safety and security when you need it most.\n\nOur certified technicians bring unparalleled service quality, ensuring your generator automatically kicks in during outages to keep your home powered. Whether you need whole-home backup or essential systems coverage, we tailor power solutions to your specific needs using natural gas or propane systems.\n\nWhat started as a commitment to providing reliable backup power solutions has grown into the region's leading authority in home standby generator sales and installations. Choose Premier Generators for dedicated satisfaction, certified excellence, and peace of mind that your family stays comfortable and secure no matter what.

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Vol Country Builders
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Prospect, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This gentleman was prompt, professional and very personable. He was a pleasure to work with. If you have an electrical project you won't be disappointed by his knowledge and skill. I canâ t recommend him highly enough."
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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