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Freeze Electric LLC
5.0(
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Serving Paradise, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Craig showed up when he said he would and gave me a quote. I had multiple quotes and his was not the cheapest but he was by far the most professional. I went with him and I am very pleased I did. He finished the job ahead of schedule and the quality of the work is very impressive. Would highly recommend Freeze Electric."
Response time1 hour
Response rate100%
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Troupe Electric
5.0(
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Serving Paradise, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Perfect they swapped out some old breakers for me as well as installing new dimmer switches, LED lighting for our kitchen, sconces and fixing other odds and ends when it comes to lighting."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
JB'S Electric
5.0(
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Serving Paradise, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

"Used JB's Electric several times, for multiple jobs. Everytime, they have always done great work, and were almost always less than other bids. Used them for some remodeling, and they came in clutch when the neighbors house caught fire melting our AC wiring an disconnects in the dead of summer. They got on it right away, and got it done quick for the new AC's to be installed. Definitely would recommend them. All of their work has always passed inspections with us, and always been quality work."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ladd Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Paradise, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ladd construction has done several electrical projects and repairs for me. Shawn was extremely professional and a pleasure to work with. Arrived on time and was very personable. Extremely knowledgeable and very efficient. Safety is the top priority for Ladd construction and the craftsmanship is apparent upon completion."
South Ogden kitchen light
Response time7 hrs
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Abacore Electric
5.0(
3
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Serving Paradise, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"we were satisfied with the work performed. john was professional and listened to our needs & did the work immediately. we will be using him for future work that we discussed."
Eve lighting
High eve lighting
Placement is key to great lighting
Garage lights
Side porch lighting

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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.

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.

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.

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