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King’s Handyman Services
New to Angi
Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Palacios, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

At King’s Handyman Services, we take pride in providing top-quality handyman solutions for homes. With years of hands-on experience, we specialize in repairs, maintenance, and small renovations that keep your property in excellent shape. From fixing leaky faucets and patching dry-wall to installing fixtures and other installation needs, no job is too small or too complex.\n\nOur commitment to honest pricing, dependable service, and superior workmanship has made us a trusted choice in the community. Whether you need quick fixes, seasonal upkeep, or larger improvement projects, we bring the right tools, skills, and attention to detail to get the job done right-the first time.

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Volt Electrical Services
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Palacios, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Timely and prompt. Knows what he's doing, bilingual so that helps the tenants he was working with me and a very nice person."
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Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M.V. Diagnostics
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Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Palacios, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Installed Energy efficient LED lights throughout my home and hung ceiling fans. Also made our home generator ready in case we have another freeze."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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The Home Depot - Generators
2.5(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Palacios, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Today, we're proud to be the world's largest home improvement retailer. In 2,300 stores across North America, we aspire to excel in service – to our customers, associates, communities and shareholders. That's what leadership means to us. That's The Home Depot difference.

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Jose Aranda Handyman
New to Angi
Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Palacios, TX and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Here is a professional draft tailored for your profile to help win over customers:\n?About Your Business\n?With over 5 years of hands-on experience across both residential and commercial projects, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality electrical work for your home or business.\n\n?Our Services Include:\n\n?Troubleshooting & Repairs: Fast fixes for faulty switches, outlets, dimmers, and breakers.\n\n?Fixtures & Fans: Expert installation and replacement of ceiling fans, interior/exterior lighting, and appliances.\n\n?Residential & Commercial: From quick home repairs to complex commercial electrical maintenance.\n\n?We take pride in clear communication, prompt service, and making sure every job is done right?and safely?the first time. \n\nCustomer satisfaction is always our top priority. Contact us today for a free quote!

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E Power Guys
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Palacios, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n\n

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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.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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