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Raufi Services LLC
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Serving Luray, 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%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Livengood Electrical LLC
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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!"
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Vanity lighting, fan, can lights, gfci receptacle and switches.
50 amp breaker panel with surge protector
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Oaken Electrical Services
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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
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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
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Serving Luray, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

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