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Asurance Electrical Contractors
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Leon Valley, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had a light fixture installed in my office and an electrical outlet relocated to a different area, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The electrician was professional, punctual, and paid close attention to every detail. The installation was clean, the work was completed efficiently, and everything looks and functions perfectly. It’s clear they take pride in their craftsmanship and customer service. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality electrical work. Thank you for doing such an amazing job!"
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EV charger install
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Recommended by71%of homeowners
Blackthorn Electric LLC
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Leon Valley, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ronnie was great with handling everything made me fill at ease i would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a great electrician he was the only one out of 5 company that gave me a honest price I am happy that i use Blackthorn electric THANKS"
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South Texas Source Electrical Contracting
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Leon Valley, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Lazaro Gonzales was my technician and he arrived at the exact time he was scheduled. He listened to what I wanted and offered better options. He explained what he was doing at every step and when he was done, he cleaned the area up better than it was when he arrived. I will hire Lazaro for all my electrical work from now on."
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Hector
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Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Leon Valley, TX and surrounding areas

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My name is Hector and im a locally owned and operated contractor dedicated to delivering top-quality electrical solutions for both residential and commercial clients. As a journeyman with over 5 years of experience, I specialize in everything from custom lighting and smart home automation to routine repairs and EV charger installation.\nYour safety is my tip priority; I strictly adhere to all NEC guidelines and maintain a commitment to clean, efficient work that is done right the first time.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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. 

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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