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Varco Electric
5.0(
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Serving Luray, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. Your technician was awesome and did a great job. I would hire him again without a problem."
Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Raufi Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Luray, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Livengood Electrical LLC
4.4(
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Serving Luray, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went great! Livengood Electric went over and above my expectations for this project. This wasn’t the easiest project out there on sure but with Jake’s expertise he was able to make short work of the project. We have a new service panel do you provide us years ofTrouble free electrical service, and a new generator but when the power goes out! We couldn’t be happier! Thanks again Jake!"
Electrical Project
Vanity lighting, fan, can lights, gfci receptacle and switches.
50 amp breaker panel with surge protector
Electrical Project
Electrical Project

+24

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Oaken Electrical Services
4.9(
8
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Serving Luray, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

"I recently hired Oaken Electric for some electrical work in my home, and I couldn't be more pleased with the results. From start to finish, the experience was outstanding. Brandon was punctual, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took the time to explain the issues and offered practical solutions that fit both my needs and budget. The quality of their work was top-notch, and they left the workspace spotless. I highly recommend Oaken Electric for anyone in need of reliable and expert electrical services. Five stars all the way!"
Response time10 mins
Response rate91%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Valley Electrical Services LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Luray, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is a great company. They know what to do according to code, they get the job done quickly and done right the first time. Very friendly and helpful too. Great to work with!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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The Home Depot - Generators
2.5(
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Serving Luray, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Today, we're proud to be the world's largest home improvement retailer. In 2,300 stores across North America, we aspire to excel in service – to our customers, associates, communities and shareholders. That's what leadership means to us. That's The Home Depot difference.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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.

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.

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 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.

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