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Worley's Home Services
4.6(
154
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Salesman and installers were friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. Price was fantastic. Installation was quick. They’ll be my go-to company for all my homeowner needs!"
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+21

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RS Andrews of Tidewater
4.2(
205
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1979

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

ARS is a trusted service provider in heating, air conditioning, and indoor air quality. Our courteous HVAC technicians are available 24/7 to provide you with expert service and repair. Our Comfort Advisors are ready to help you make the most effective installation or replacement decisions based on your home comfort needs. We are licensed and insured Estimates provided before work begins Major credit cards accepted. 100% financing with approved credit Residential and Commercial.

Generator Installation
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Shoreline Electric
4.3(
38
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have hired Shoreline Electric twice now in the past two weeks for projects. Each time Brian was upfront with Labor Cost and Parts, no frills, excuses, get right two it. I will hire Shore line electric for a 3rd project (New Attic fan Motor install). Very competitive labor price, Work is top notch."
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+1

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M. W. Butler Electrical, LLC
5.0(
3
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

M. W. Butler Electrical is proud to be a family owned and locally operated business that has been serving the community since 2006! With years of experience and unmatched expertise, we can help with any and all of your electrical needs. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair price. Our customers know that they can count on us to be timely, tidy and when the job is done that they will be 100% satisfied with the work completed. Let us show you the M.W. difference, get in touch today! \n-$150 diagnostic fee applied to job when hired

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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Asbury Electric LLC
4.9(
65
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project was extremely challenging. The hidden wiring under the floor would not budge, so the new wiring had to be routed a new way. Daniel did a great job figuring out how to do it so it looked good. Nice! They even worked during a tropical storm, in a houseboat. We discovered there were no GFI's at the last minute, and they installed them immediately. Throughout the project, Daniel understood the complex schematics instantly, and was not flustered as obstacles kept popping up. He re-wired the new panel like he had been doing those same boat panels every day! Great attitude and work ethic and professionalism."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Electrical Side-Work, LLC
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jay did an outstanding job! He showed up right on time and was very professional. He installed a new GFCI breaker and ran a new outlet about 50ft through my crawl space to allow me to run my dehumidifier on a dedicated source. His work was fast and of very professional quality. He will be my first call the next time I need any electrical work done!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

To power a central air system during a power outage, the whole-house generator will need to be at least 5,000 watts, and this number will significantly increase for larger units. Check the specific wattage requirements of your AC unit to choose the right generator size. Consider consulting a generator installer to ensure your whole-house generator meets your electrical load needs.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

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