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Avatar for A1 Plus Electrical & Generators
A1 Plus Electrical & Generators
4.3(
1,360
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Hockley, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A1 Plus Electrical had the best price, and the electricians and plumber did excellent work! The only problem experienced was that it took 5 to 6 weeks for A1 Plus to get the permits approved after stating that they could get the permits approved and install the generator within 2 weeks. All other companies couldn't do the work for at least 2 months or longer! I had to contact A1 Plus general manager to get things moving after several permit submissions were rejected by the city. A1 Plus mitigated this time inconvenience by installing an electrical outlet in the garage at no cost, and once the permits were approved, everything was done within 7 days. Permits were approved on Friday, and installation started on the following Tuesday, and city permit inspections were done on the following Friday! All within one week! Would I hire A1 Plus to install my generator in the future? YES!"
Commercial Jobs
Commercial Jobs
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Commercial Jobs

+48

Response time1 day
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Storm Guardian Generators
Storm Guardian Generators
4.0(
12
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Hockley, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ronnie, Pam, Cindy and crew were wonderful to work with.  There are several steps to the process, given potential permits needed and coordination of service dates with Center Point Energy.  They kept me informed and walked me through the process at each step. 
I got bids from three companies.  Storm Guardian's bid was the lowest and included the most features.  It included Mobile Link, which the other two did not even mention.  Being able to remotely monitor the generator and receive alerts on my IPhone and on-line when the generator turns on/off is great.  Almost as important to me, they came through on their promise of near turn key.  The other bids had me doing a lot of the leg work with Center Point.  With Storm Guardian, I only had to make two phone calls and be home half a day to authorize Center Point's replacement of the gas meter. 
I am very pleased with Storm Guardian and can recommend them without reservation.  Great work, great people.
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for ARK Electrical Service
ARK Electrical Service
5.0(
10
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Hockley, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had an issue in which none of the lights or receptacles worked in the master bedroom and master bath in one of my rent homes so I assumed one of the branch circuit breakers in the panelboard needed to be replaced. Jonathan troubleshooted the situation and determined the issue was actually five wires wired to the same terminal in the panelboard which over the years eventually caused the problem. He quickly rewired the wires to have each landing on their own terminal point, and the problem was solved for a very reasonable price. It is so great finding a contractor who is both knowledgeable and honest. I have found my electrician for any future electrical issues on my rent houses as well as my own home."
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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E. A. Solar & Home Services, LLC
5.0(
18
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Hockley, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a dedicated team of individuals committed to bringing the best possible customer service and quality of work. We specialize in residential and commercial electrical. We strive to stand out from the competition by providing the best customer experience. Give us a try, you won't be disappointed you called!

Solar system
Solar system
Solar system
Solar system
Solar system

+5

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Helium Electric LLC
5.0(
9
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Hockley, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"I recently had a subpanel and generator interlock kit installed at my home, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, they were professional in every way. The quote was accurate and fair with no surprises, and they got me on the schedule much quicker than I expected. They arrived promptly, communicated clearly throughout the process, and completed the work efficiently in a short amount of time. The installation looks great and everything works exactly as it should. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone needing electrical work done."
Main panel installation
Main Panel Instalation
Main Panel Instalation
Main Panel Instalation
Main Panel Instalation

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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Gladiator Electric
Gladiator Electric
4.9(
13
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Hockley, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job! I called because we had our porch light go out. Sean came out for a quote, but then he found other electrical issues (not up to code) in our house and a couple of other issues. We had some issues with covid scheduling but they did a good job of splitting the job and performed great, very satisfied with the prices also!"
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Custom Kitchen Remodel
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

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 whole-home generator instead.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

The Hockley, TX homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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