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Campbell & Company
4.6(
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Burbank, WA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

HEATING, COOLING, ELECTRICAL, SOLAR, PLUMBING, AND\nDRAIN SERVICES IN THE TRI-CITIES & YAKIMA, WA\nSpeedy Response - Expertise and Experience - Efficient Troubleshooting - Quality Workmanship - Transparent Pricing - Excellent Customer Service\n\nAre you facing an HVAC breakdown, a plumbing emergency, electrical issues, or considering a solar energy upgrade? Look no further! We are your trusted experts in HVAC, plumbing, electrical repairs, generator needs and solar energy solutions, and we're here to solve your problems swiftly and efficiently.

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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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AllSet Home LLC
4.9(
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Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Burbank, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish! The team was professional, friendly, and clearly knew what they were doing. They came in, diagnosed the issue quickly, and had everything up and running in no time. Great people doing great work this is the only HVAC company I?ll be calling from now on. Five stars all the way!"
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OHMCO Electrical Inc
New to Angi
Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Burbank, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

OHMCO ELECTRICAL INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time20 mins
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Desert Star Electric Inc
4.4(
63
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Burbank, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I talked to their office and they had an opening that afternoon. They arrived about an hour later and was in and out in a little over an hour. Very friendly and professional. Quality work and no issues. I thought it was a little spendy but I realize they have to give Angie's List their kickback. That being said, I would use them again in the future."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Omega Electric, LLC
1.5(
3
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Burbank, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Omega Electric, LLC has been completing electrical work for residential and commercial clients for 10 years. We complete a wide range of projects, from a simple ceiling fan repair to a full electrical install on a custom home. Omega Electric values customer service, professionalism and integrity. We are passionate about exceeding your expectations and would love to hear from you. We offer competitive pricing so give us a call for a free estimate.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

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. 

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.

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.

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