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Powertex Electric
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Serving Lakeside, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Emergency services offered

"Casey from Powertex did a great job. He installed recess lighting, a ceiling fan and dimmers. He also fixed a electrical switch. He took great care to protect my space while he worked. I will use Powertex for all my electrical needs."
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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
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Serving Lakeside, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Tri-State Water, Power & Air has been provided products designed to improve the comfort and quality of life of our customers since 1992. Our specialty is Automatic Home Standby Generators. \nWe expect customer service excellence and aim to go above and beyond on every call. With 10 locations across 8 states, Tri-State is always ready to serve you.

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Wilder Electric, LLC
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Serving Lakeside, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Wilder Electric owner Christopher Bedford did a wonderful job installing new wiring to an outside building and working on upgrades to our home. He was a caring and hardworking person. I would recommend his company ."
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Nmj Electric, LLC
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Serving Lakeside, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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Small jobs welcome

At NMJ Electric, we provide dependable, high-quality electrical services for homeowners, businesses, and property managers throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Whether you need a simple repair, a complete electrical installation, troubleshooting, lighting upgrades, panel replacements, or preventative maintenance, our goal is to deliver safe, code-compliant solutions with exceptional workmanship.\n\nAs a veteran-owned company led by a Texas Master Electrician, we take pride in honest communication, attention to detail, and doing the job right the first time. We believe every customer deserves reliable service, transparent pricing, and an electrician they can trust to protect their home or business.\n\nNo matter the size of the project, NMJ Electric is committed to providing professional electrical solutions that keep your property powered safely and efficiently.

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Armored Power Systems LLC
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Serving Lakeside, TX and surrounding areas

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Armored Power Systems is the backup power company for homeowners and businesses west of DFW. We design, install, service, and maintain backup power systems to ensure that your property stays energized through the storm.\n\nOur services include standby generator installation, solar energy systems, battery storage, automatic transfer switches, surge protection, load management, electrical upgrades, and generator maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.\n\nAs a licensed Texas electrical contractor and authorized Generac dealer, we provide professional installation, electrical integration, system startup, testing, and ongoing support. We focus on clean workmanship, clear communication, and properly designed systems that are ready when the grid goes down.\n\nBased in Santo, Texas, we serve Parker, Palo Pinto, Erath, Eastland, and Tarrant counties. Contact us to schedule a backup power consultation, service appointment, or installation estimate.\n\n- The Backup Power Company\n

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes. You can connect your home back-up battery to a generator with its designated charger. Be sure that the output of the generator matches the input requirements for the battery for best results.

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

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.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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