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Green's Electric
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Electrical Service & Repairs - We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won?t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

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Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Atlas Electrical Solutions LLC
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional. Was quick to install my EV charger in my garage at a reasonable price"
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+3

Response time5 hrs
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Elements Of Energy L.L.C.
5.0(
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They installed a chandelier. Did a great job, no issues. Very responsive."
Kitchen and Bathroom
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+176

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Raufi Services LLC
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"You cannot find a better contractor than Raufi Services. We hired Raufi Services to install 240V/50A wiring for a hot tub. They were extremely efficient, polite, and timely. The quality of their work was outstanding--I couldn't even tell they ran the wiring in the house after they were done. They were also very competitive in their cost estimate."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Snell Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install+1 more

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a surprise when workmen showed up unannounced the day after I signed the contract. Once we rescheduled the installation date and time, things went very smoothly. The installation of the furnace, AC, and hot water heater took less than a day. I'm very happy with the results."
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Benfield Electric Co.
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Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very pleased with the several!"
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+9

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Parrish Services, Inc.
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Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I asked for pricing of a generic generator and was given prices for a briggs and straton generator."
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AC Replacement
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Generator Installation

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Home Service Pros
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Great Falls, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are sewer and drain specialists and they do it really well. Reasonable prices, responsive service. We had family visiting and they moved schedules to and to us. We're grateful that they did so."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
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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.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

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