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LBB Electric
4.8(
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Serving Valley View, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The electrician made prompt contact during the initial inquiry, arrived on time for his appointment to meet me, followed up with the quote in a timely manner. When the work was to be done, he arrived right on time and properly estimated the time to complete the work. The final invoice matched the quote. No surprise charges. I would recommend LBB Electric."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
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Serving Valley View, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

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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North Texas Solar
5.0(
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Serving Valley View, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

North Texas Solar is a local residential and commercial solar contractor. We design and install solar electric systems all over the DFW area. We offer custom designs for grid-tied, battery back-up, and fully off-grid systems.

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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HR Phoenix Electrical Services
4.5(
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Serving Valley View, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent technician installed two replacement ceiling fans in 1.5 hours. They hauled off the old fans and cleaned up afterward. A service! Would hire again!"
Kohler Generator
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Conductive Electric
4.6(
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Serving Valley View, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The company owner (Caleb) called me within 15 minutes of posting my project on HomeAdvisor. They added electric service, outlets, switches, and installed LED lighting in my new metal building workshop and did so in first class fashion. Ben, Wren (sp?) and the entire team were very knowledgeable and professional. Superb customer service and I would not hesitate to hire them again!"
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by96%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.

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.

With proper maintenance, a whole-house generator can last between 20 and 40 years. The specific lifespan depends on how often and for how long the generator is used, and some models may have their life expectancy rated in hours of operation. To maximize its lifespan, expect to spend around $150 to $300 per year for annual maintenance checks from a qualified technician. During these checks, a technician will inspect the engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels. Consulting your installer and choosing a low-impact fuel like natural gas or diesel can also help ensure your generator lasts as long as possible.

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.

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

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