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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Tatum, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are the experts in the field of Whole Home Generator Sales and Installation, with over 20 years of experience in the game. We provide turn-key installation by licensed professionals - 24 hour emergency service - Remote Monitoring - Long term maintenance and service by factory trained technicians.

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Bart Wilson Electrical Service
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Tatum, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We cannot say enough good things about Bart and his services . He delivered everting he promised and more"
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Fenix Electric
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Serving Tatum, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fenix Electric went beyond expectations to hang a flood light camera, replace an outdoor ceiling fan, clear an issue with a gfci circuit, and install automatic light switches for three outdoor lights. His crew was courteous and professional. The work was done expeditiously. His pricing was very reasonable. I recommend Fenix Electric highly!"
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Response time1 day
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ETX CC ELECTRICAL & CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Tatum, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Clay and his team are hands down the best electrical contractor in East Texas"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Electrical & Lift Services of East Texas - Home Facebook
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Tatum, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner, Dave Fisher, recently installed a Home Guardian Backup Generator for my home. He did a great job of helping design a system that meets my needs. The installation works perfectly and looks great. Electrical and Lift Services did an A+ job of resolving all issues associated with the install. I highly recommend this dealer for a professional generator install."
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22,000-Watt Stand-By Generator
36,000-Watt Generator
Typical Installation
Response time1 day
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Tri State Water Power & Air
4.9(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Tatum, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Larry explained the process. Made sure that we were aware of the requirements and the amount of time needed to complete the job."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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TV Wizards
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Tatum, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were wonderful. They were great and if we have a problem they come to us quickly."
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Volt Electrical Services
5.0(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Tatum, 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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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.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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.

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

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