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Tri-State Water, Power & Air
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Serving West, TX and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

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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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A REEL ELECTRICIAN LLC
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Serving West, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business\n\n

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Watts Up Handyman Service
New to Angi

Serving West, TX and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

don’t get ripped off by contractors who take advantage of people’s ignorance of how things work. Give your local (Im a proud homeowner in Stonewyk Farms) Ennis resident and get the best bang for your buck for ALL of your residential needs. I have spent many years in the hospitality industry and have a unique respect and perspective for customer service that is unparalleled. I am also the son of a retired VP of Impression Homes so this is in my blood. After work is complete: you can ask about our referral program and save even more money. Available 7 days a week day or night.

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New to Angi

Serving West, TX and surrounding areas

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Hello, my name is Saul Gomez. I will be taking care of all your questions, concerns and needs around your home. I cater to the homeowner by any means until the job is satisfactory. Calm cool and collective is how we operate. Also communication and punctuality throughout the whole process to fit our time schedules is a priority. Please consider and have a blessed day

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Right Now Electric, LLC
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Serving West, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"They performed their work professionally and was very nice, They were very helpful and answered all my questions, I would recommend and use them again!! Thanks again!!"
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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Alliance Electrical Group, LLC
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Serving West, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great Service from Alliance, though Angi had nothing to do with it, and in fact, charged me incorrectly for the appointment in addition to what I paid for the actual call."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Voight's Electrical Co, LLC
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Serving West, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

"Brian is beyond professional and has shown up quickly for electrical emergencies that I have had. I recommend him to anyone that is expecting quality and affordable electrical work!"
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

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.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

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