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Q: Should I buy a solar battery or a generator?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re deciding between a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/solar-batteries-vs-generators.htm">solar battery versus a generator</a> for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don&rsquo;t have many ongoing costs. </p></div>

Q: Can I plug a generator directly into my house?

• <div><p>No, you shouldn&rsquo;t use an extension cord to plug a generator directly into your home without using a transfer switch. That&rsquo;s because systems like pumps and HVAC fans need a steady power source that might not be available directly from your generator alone. If you bypass the circuit breaker box, you risk damaging your electrical system, creating a risk of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-put-out-electrical-fire.htm">electrical fire</a> or electrical shock to you or any workers repairing lines on your local electrical grid.</p></div>

Q: What size generator do I need for my house?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-size-generator-do-i-need.htm">Generator size requirements</a> vary wildly among properties, but typical generator sizes are listed below based on home square footage:</p><ul><li><p>1,000 sq ft: 6&ndash;9 kW</p></li><li><p>1,500 sq ft: 7&ndash;10 kW</p></li><li><p>2,000 sq ft: 10&ndash;14kW</p></li><li><p>2,500 sq ft: 12&ndash;16kW</p></li><li><p>3,000 sq ft: 16&ndash;20kW+</p></li></ul><p>Unfortunately, home square footage isn&rsquo;t always a good indicator of generator size requirements. Instead, you should call in a professional to discuss which items in your home you&rsquo;d like to run via your generator. They can calculate peak and average consumption for those items and then size your generator appropriately for optimal performance.</p></div>

Q: Can you use your electric car as a backup battery?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re wondering <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/using-electric-car-as-home-generator.htm">if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery</a>, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.</p></div>

Q: Do natural gas generators produce carbon monoxide?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re wondering <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-natural-gas-generators-produce-carbon-monoxide.htm">whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide</a>, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every<b> 6 to 12 months</b>. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.</p></div>

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Last update on November 15, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
Bill is exactly what you want in a general contractor. Never did I feel I was being lied to or forgotten about. I hired Bill to build my forever home and he would constantly give me updates on how things were going and rough timelines. Giving me options on different things we can add to the...
Red Butte Construction LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
Finished our basement it was a mess. The shower didn’t drain so they redid it. It still didn’t drain. But they told us it was better than the first install. The window was framed crooked because they didn’t cut the tile straight. Sloppy work. And Cindy lied about fixing the job after she spoke...
Utah Flooring & Design
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Reviewed in November 2024
Hudson installed a new generac generator in our new home. We are so pleased with his knowledge and getting out to us so quickly. We will be using him for the long hall.
Power Path Electric LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
DaBella sales are great, install are great workers, but the company is horrible at communicating and they started work without pulling a permit from the city as my contract said they would do. Not even the contractor working the install could get ahold to find out if the permit was pulled from...
DaBella
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Reviewed in May 2023
DaBella sales are great, install are great workers, but the company is horrible at communicating and they started work without pulling a permit from the city as my contract said they would do. Not even the contractor working the install could get ahold to find out if the permit was pulled from...
DaBella - Salt Lake City
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Reviewed in December 2016
He did a great job on the installation but did not test the generator and just told me to buy my own cord at Home Depot. They tell me the cord does not exist. Now he doesn't answer my texts so I can't use my generator.
KRAZ Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2015
Ross is the owner. He is the general contractor. He coordinated with the sub contractors for the windows, kitchen and the various other things like electrical. They’ve been really good. They did a lot work for me. It’s a pretty good deal to get all that stuff done.
Rosco Construction LLC
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Reviewed in October 2014
He showed up on time, called me as he was on his way, and did a great job. Very friendly, answered questions I had about pools in general.
Precision Pools & Spas
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Reviewed in April 2014
Gene did an excellent job of installing new phone lines, hooking up all our computers/printers/phones to wireless, ran new lines for our stereo equipment and home theater and did some troubleshooting on our home security system.
Cross Wire Communications
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Reviewed in November 2013
They were very respectful and the communication with them was great. Gene came back to check everything the day after to make sure everything was completed properly. Gene also performed some drywall repair in a bathroom prior to the painting. He was also helpful in selecting neutral paint...
GENE'S PAINTING
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