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LONE STAR ELECTRIC SETX, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Vidor, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I call mr. Jacob, about my front yard lamp post. I had an issue with it not coming on at night time, Mr. Jacob gave me an appointment time, he inspected and told me what he could do to repair the light! He ordered the parts and came on back out and put the light back in service for me. This is a very professional business! Thank you lone Star Electric for taking care of my issue!"
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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A&A Electric Company of Beaumont LLC
New to Angi
Portable Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Vidor, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are a highly motivated electrical customer support representatives with 43 year branded company and the longest running generator dealer in Southeast Texas! When it comes to customer service we do not play games especially since everyone seems to forgotten what it means but not with us! Because here at A&A Electric.....Your Family!

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Generator SuperCenter of Beaumont
4.7(
19
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Vidor, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Generator Super Center was very professional did a great job and met all of my expectations. From Sales quote and explanations of the generator all the way to installation and crank up the job ran very smoothly just as expected. Thanks for all the help."
Response time2 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Griff Co. Electric
4.9(
6
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Vidor, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very friendly and knowledgeable. Not only repaired my issues but explained how it worked, why it happened and how to prevent it from happening again. They also came free of charge for a follow check up when I thought I was having an issue, but it turns out it was a misunderstanding on my part so the technician taught me once more and things have been perfe t since. I will never use another electrician."
Response time1 day
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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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.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

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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