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Avatar for SeaTown Electric Heating and Air
SeaTown Electric Heating and Air
4.7(
1,638
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving Burien, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SeaTown installed a standby generator. They provided us with a wide range of options, and were very good about advising us of the ramifications and external costs associated with each. They coordinated permits, locates and utility requirements, making the process easy for us. The installers were courteous, respectful of our property, and did a fine job. We are now using them to install AC."
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Generator
Tesla Chargers
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+26

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mauro Electric, Inc.
4.8(
9
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Install

Serving Burien, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Mauro Electric 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.\n

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Generator Equipment
Service that we found when we showed up
This is after we replaced the panel
Generac Generators

+8

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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In-House Electrical Services, Inc.
4.5(
1,757
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Burien, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We had In-House Electrical replace/upgrade our main panel as well as setup a generator hook-up and A/C outlet outside. Adam and Avery were phenomenal - they were thorough, kept in constant communication with me during the project to ensure things were being done as I liked, and left the place looking better than when they showed up. They'll be my first call in the future for any electrical work I need done."
Response time40 mins
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Belred Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, LLC
4.2(
791
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Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Burien, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Prompt and efficient. Polite and personable. They sent a technician to help our old furnace to function on the Saturday before New Years. It held out until this last Wednesday, the 8th, when we opted to have a new furnace and heat pump system installed. Work was completed in a timely manner. The installers and electricians were outstanding in explaining new info about operations and more. Great experience!!"
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Reign Electric
5.0(
11
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Burien, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Reign Electric, and I could not be more impressed with their service. From start to finish, their team demonstrated exceptional knowledge and efficiency. They handled all the wiring and lighting installations in my home with a level of professionalism that is hard to come by. Every step of the process was seamless, and their expertise was evident in the quality of their work. They not only completed the job on time but also ensured that everything was done to the highest standards. If you are looking for a reliable and skilled electrician, I wholeheartedly recommend Reign Electric to any of my good friends or family. They truly set the bar high!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Jagg Services
5.0(
7
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Burien, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Jagg Services proudly serves Western Washington with top-quality HVAC, electrical, and general contracting services. Our expert team ensures your home or business stays comfortable, efficient, and safe. We specialize in heating and air conditioning systems, electrical installations, and reliable home generators.\n

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

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.

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.

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.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

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