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Avatar for Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
4200 78th St SW
4.80(
1,335
)
Approved Pro
Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
4200 78th St SW
4.80(
1,335
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
1631 local quotes requested

As a provider of essential services here in the Puget Sound Region, Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating & Air remains open to serve you. To ensure the safety of our customers our technicians' health is monitored closely and we are following the highest safety recommendations, including the use of masks and protective gloves. The health and wellness of our customers and employees will always come first. We are here for you! Seatown provides Electrical, Plumbing, Heating, and A/C services in the Greater Puget Sound region, concentrating in King and Snohomish county. With our customer satisfaction guarantee, you can rest assured that your system will outlast industry standards, providing safety, and comfort for your home, for many years to come. You will never have to search for a new electrical, plumbing or heating and air contractor again. That is our promise. Seatown continues to lead Angie's List, with overall "A" reviews, by serving one customer at a time and giving top-notch service. We hope to build long-lasting customer relationships, throughout Washington State. Our world-class technicians will show up to your door in clean uniforms, with visible ID and state certification, trained to over-exceed your expectations, and never leaving a mess behind. We are Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating And Air, Washington's all in one contractor.

"I asked for someone to come and find out what was causing our ceiling light to flicker. Technician Colby determined we still have some knob and tube wiring that was causing LED lights not to work consistently. He also checked our electrical outlets and other light fixtures and determined most of the rest of our wiring is ok. He was here to troubleshoot. Someone will need to return to do the work later."

Katy C on September 2023

As a provider of essential services here in the Puget Sound Region, Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating & Air remains open to serve you. To ensure the safety of our customers our technicians' health is monitored closely and we are following the highest safety recommendations, including the use of masks and protective gloves. The health and wellness of our customers and employees will always come first. We are here for you! Seatown provides Electrical, Plumbing, Heating, and A/C services in the Greater Puget Sound region, concentrating in King and Snohomish county. With our customer satisfaction guarantee, you can rest assured that your system will outlast industry standards, providing safety, and comfort for your home, for many years to come. You will never have to search for a new electrical, plumbing or heating and air contractor again. That is our promise. Seatown continues to lead Angie's List, with overall "A" reviews, by serving one customer at a time and giving top-notch service. We hope to build long-lasting customer relationships, throughout Washington State. Our world-class technicians will show up to your door in clean uniforms, with visible ID and state certification, trained to over-exceed your expectations, and never leaving a mess behind. We are Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating And Air, Washington's all in one contractor.

"I asked for someone to come and find out what was causing our ceiling light to flicker. Technician Colby determined we still have some knob and tube wiring that was causing LED lights not to work consistently. He also checked our electrical outlets and other light fixtures and determined most of the rest of our wiring is ok. He was here to troubleshoot. Someone will need to return to do the work later."

Katy C on September 2023


Avatar for Snohomish Valley Electric Heat & AC
Snohomish Valley Electric Heat & AC
1309 Bonneville Ave
4.23(
26
)
Approved Pro
Snohomish Valley Electric Heat & AC
1309 Bonneville Ave
4.23(
26
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
83 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

A local, tight-knit team committed to providing honest, reliable service. With a focus on trust and respect, we build strong connections with our customers while delivering high-quality work.

"Service Requested : Electrical panel replacement, dryer circuit, bedroom circuit & quad outlet. The crew were early, dedicated and doggedly determined. Day one was a the long pole, the panel replacement. They didn't stop until they were done. Went to sleep in a warm bed that very night. Next day they returned to wrap-up the dryer & bedroom circuits. They were thorough. They did the "best effort" and took no shortcuts. And the quote was much lower than every other (I obtained 7). Completely and happily recommend them."

Thomas D on December 2024

A local, tight-knit team committed to providing honest, reliable service. With a focus on trust and respect, we build strong connections with our customers while delivering high-quality work.

"Service Requested : Electrical panel replacement, dryer circuit, bedroom circuit & quad outlet. The crew were early, dedicated and doggedly determined. Day one was a the long pole, the panel replacement. They didn't stop until they were done. Went to sleep in a warm bed that very night. Next day they returned to wrap-up the dryer & bedroom circuits. They were thorough. They did the "best effort" and took no shortcuts. And the quote was much lower than every other (I obtained 7). Completely and happily recommend them."

Thomas D on December 2024


Avatar for AS YOU WISH ELECTRIC
AS YOU WISH ELECTRIC
825 S STACY ST
4.61(
777
)
Approved Pro
AS YOU WISH ELECTRIC
825 S STACY ST
4.61(
777
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
278 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

As You Wish Electric is proud to provide quality electrical service to our residential customers in King and Snohomish County. In order to provide 100% customer satisfaction, we hire only the best electricians and use the highest of quality products and practices. We strive to be the most trusted and respected electrical contractor in Western Washington.

"Great job, well done"

JUSTIN F on March 2025

As You Wish Electric is proud to provide quality electrical service to our residential customers in King and Snohomish County. In order to provide 100% customer satisfaction, we hire only the best electricians and use the highest of quality products and practices. We strive to be the most trusted and respected electrical contractor in Western Washington.

"Great job, well done"

JUSTIN F on March 2025


Avatar for Blue Flame Heating and Air Conditioning
Blue Flame Heating and Air Conditioning
7116 220th St SW
4.62(
811
)
Approved Pro
Blue Flame Heating and Air Conditioning
7116 220th St SW
4.62(
811
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
216 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

As COVID-19 continues to impact the global community, we at Blue Flame want to update you on the steps we have taken to ensure the safety of our employees and customers, please visit our website at www.blueflamecomfort.com for a detailed statement. Blue Flame Comfort specializes in residential install, service as well as maintenance with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Ask us about tankless water heaters, high-efficiency furnaces, and heat pumps! Our office and standard hours are listed but our dedicated team of background-checked and thoroughly trained technicians are ready and willing to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency services.

"The worst customer service! First of all, I pay my membership monthly so that I can have someone come out and do my maintenance for both heat and AC. For the past year, I have been getting cancelled due to short staffing. So finally someone came out and looked at my furnace and was told that our blower wheel was dirty and needs to be clean. I was also told that the reason why it was so dirty was because we were using such thin filter, I told the tech that we were actually using a thicker one before but we were told by the previous tech not to use a thicker filter since it will make the furnace work hard. The tech also told me to call Mountlake location ask for discount for all that trouble. I have spoke to someone named Leslie (very sweet lady) about the potential discount and she was supposed to return my call after talking to a manager but never heard back. So, I called again later the day and someone name Gloria answered the phone and so I told her that I was just following up with the discount I was asking about and she straight up said "So why would we give you discount?" in a very rude tone. She was very unprofessional and a big Liar. She told me that they had no managers today but I told her that I was told earlier that the managers were just in a meeting and she was like well let me call the manager for you right now and I will give you a call."

Pauline B on August 2024

As COVID-19 continues to impact the global community, we at Blue Flame want to update you on the steps we have taken to ensure the safety of our employees and customers, please visit our website at www.blueflamecomfort.com for a detailed statement. Blue Flame Comfort specializes in residential install, service as well as maintenance with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Ask us about tankless water heaters, high-efficiency furnaces, and heat pumps! Our office and standard hours are listed but our dedicated team of background-checked and thoroughly trained technicians are ready and willing to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency services.

"The worst customer service! First of all, I pay my membership monthly so that I can have someone come out and do my maintenance for both heat and AC. For the past year, I have been getting cancelled due to short staffing. So finally someone came out and looked at my furnace and was told that our blower wheel was dirty and needs to be clean. I was also told that the reason why it was so dirty was because we were using such thin filter, I told the tech that we were actually using a thicker one before but we were told by the previous tech not to use a thicker filter since it will make the furnace work hard. The tech also told me to call Mountlake location ask for discount for all that trouble. I have spoke to someone named Leslie (very sweet lady) about the potential discount and she was supposed to return my call after talking to a manager but never heard back. So, I called again later the day and someone name Gloria answered the phone and so I told her that I was just following up with the discount I was asking about and she straight up said "So why would we give you discount?" in a very rude tone. She was very unprofessional and a big Liar. She told me that they had no managers today but I told her that I was told earlier that the managers were just in a meeting and she was like well let me call the manager for you right now and I will give you a call."

Pauline B on August 2024


Avatar for Smart Electric, Heating & Air
Smart Electric, Heating & Air
11411 51st Ave SE
4.94(
64
)
Approved Pro
Smart Electric, Heating & Air
11411 51st Ave SE
4.94(
64
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
78 local quotes requested

We are a family-owned and operated business dedicated to the highest standards of workmanship, safety, and customer service. We specialize in home remodels, new construction, knob-and-tube rewires, smart home automation, generator installation, as well as general home electrical needs. We have extensive experience in helping our customers design home electrical layouts and features to best meet their needs and budgets. No job is too big or small for our team - we just love what we do!

"Gosh, i just can't say enough good things. I needed to have some dedicated outlets installed in our garage and also to have our circuit box looked as since I was convinced they whole thing needed to be replaced due to the age of our house. I reached out to several different companies who were either months out, never responded or no-showed completely. Joseph called me back ASAP, admitted he was booked out but asked me to text him photos of the areas of concern. He quoted me based on the photos and then came out quickly since it was a job with a quick turnaround. He was super friendly, knowledgeable and funny. The work was done in short time and he even looked at a potential hazard and remedied that for me. Good professionals are hard to find and I am so glad to now add a fantastic electrician to our home improvement arsenal."

Tera P on November 2020

We are a family-owned and operated business dedicated to the highest standards of workmanship, safety, and customer service. We specialize in home remodels, new construction, knob-and-tube rewires, smart home automation, generator installation, as well as general home electrical needs. We have extensive experience in helping our customers design home electrical layouts and features to best meet their needs and budgets. No job is too big or small for our team - we just love what we do!

"Gosh, i just can't say enough good things. I needed to have some dedicated outlets installed in our garage and also to have our circuit box looked as since I was convinced they whole thing needed to be replaced due to the age of our house. I reached out to several different companies who were either months out, never responded or no-showed completely. Joseph called me back ASAP, admitted he was booked out but asked me to text him photos of the areas of concern. He quoted me based on the photos and then came out quickly since it was a job with a quick turnaround. He was super friendly, knowledgeable and funny. The work was done in short time and he even looked at a potential hazard and remedied that for me. Good professionals are hard to find and I am so glad to now add a fantastic electrician to our home improvement arsenal."

Tera P on November 2020


Avatar for Tripped Electric
Tripped Electric
9115 #A, 112th Dr SE
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Tripped Electric
9115 #A, 112th Dr SE
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
111 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

At Tripped Electric, there is no project to large or small. Whether your needing wiring for a new hot tub, knob and tube replacement, solar installation services or even generator installation, we have you covered. Our experienced and talented electricians, have the expertise to perform your residential or commercial project with care. If you are located in the greater Western Washington area, and in need of a trusted and reliable electrical services solution, then contact Tripped Electric today!

At Tripped Electric, there is no project to large or small. Whether your needing wiring for a new hot tub, knob and tube replacement, solar installation services or even generator installation, we have you covered. Our experienced and talented electricians, have the expertise to perform your residential or commercial project with care. If you are located in the greater Western Washington area, and in need of a trusted and reliable electrical services solution, then contact Tripped Electric today!


Eagle Electric of Auburn is a small family owned business with the goal to provided excellent service at a great price.


Avatar for Fusion Electrical Services LLC
Fusion Electrical Services LLC
619 Spirit Lake Highway
3.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Fusion Electrical Services LLC
619 Spirit Lake Highway
3.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
76 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We are a woman and family owned company based out of Castle Rock, WA. My husband and I are both electricians with a combined 15 years experience. We strive to provide quality workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure you and your home are well taken care of. We look forward to working with you on your next project!

"This was a new $800,000.00 home We still don't have the house signed off from Cowlitz county planning because of Fusion Electrical Services LLC have not completed it BUT WERE PAID IN FULL OVER A YEAR AGO.My mini split has not been completed in 13 months, my breaker panel hasn't been put back together in a year, I paid parker and alissa in full.The owner Alissa tried to put a protective order against me back in August because I sent her text message asking when will they complete my job. I sent her a correction notice from Cowlitz county planning showing her all the correction needed. The Judge said me texting to get my job done was NOT harrassment. Since then I found out from Feltons HVAC good guys, that the electrical wires that Fusion spliced Diakin says no you can't, that is why my mini split won't work. They cut my new cooling lines I supplied in the kit, they said they had to because the lines were to short. That is not true it's because Parker had no clue what he was doing and didn't install the inside unit first then measure the lines and wires then set the height of the outside unit. We are forced to go back to court in a few months. They received 3 separate violation from WASHINGTON STATE LNI on my new home, now LNI just notified us about some other things. Parker and his company are not licensed to do HVAC work, he said he was licensed and bonded for HVAC he lied, FYI you cant file a lien on thier bond for HVAC even though they did the work and destroyed my install kit for my mini splite, I have a invoices from another company to fix the mess, replace the destroyed kit and complete the job on the mini split for over $5000.00 and for electrical over $5000.00 She won't resolve it I have tons of text messages asking her to just get it completed, she tells me she will jerry rigge it with no new parts, I paid for new I want the job done correctly . I hope this helps another consumer to be protected"

James R on December 2024

We are a woman and family owned company based out of Castle Rock, WA. My husband and I are both electricians with a combined 15 years experience. We strive to provide quality workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure you and your home are well taken care of. We look forward to working with you on your next project!

"This was a new $800,000.00 home We still don't have the house signed off from Cowlitz county planning because of Fusion Electrical Services LLC have not completed it BUT WERE PAID IN FULL OVER A YEAR AGO.My mini split has not been completed in 13 months, my breaker panel hasn't been put back together in a year, I paid parker and alissa in full.The owner Alissa tried to put a protective order against me back in August because I sent her text message asking when will they complete my job. I sent her a correction notice from Cowlitz county planning showing her all the correction needed. The Judge said me texting to get my job done was NOT harrassment. Since then I found out from Feltons HVAC good guys, that the electrical wires that Fusion spliced Diakin says no you can't, that is why my mini split won't work. They cut my new cooling lines I supplied in the kit, they said they had to because the lines were to short. That is not true it's because Parker had no clue what he was doing and didn't install the inside unit first then measure the lines and wires then set the height of the outside unit. We are forced to go back to court in a few months. They received 3 separate violation from WASHINGTON STATE LNI on my new home, now LNI just notified us about some other things. Parker and his company are not licensed to do HVAC work, he said he was licensed and bonded for HVAC he lied, FYI you cant file a lien on thier bond for HVAC even though they did the work and destroyed my install kit for my mini splite, I have a invoices from another company to fix the mess, replace the destroyed kit and complete the job on the mini split for over $5000.00 and for electrical over $5000.00 She won't resolve it I have tons of text messages asking her to just get it completed, she tells me she will jerry rigge it with no new parts, I paid for new I want the job done correctly . I hope this helps another consumer to be protected"

James R on December 2024


Avatar for Home Comfort Alliance
Home Comfort Alliance
3409 Everett Ave.
4.67(
325
)
Approved Pro
Home Comfort Alliance
3409 Everett Ave.
4.67(
325
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
140 local quotes requested

At Home Comfort Alliance, we specialize in high-quality HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services, helping homeowners across Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue, Everett, and the entire Puget Sound region maintain safe, comfortable, and energy-efficient homes. With decades of experience and a customer-first approach, we’re committed to delivering 5-star service, premium products, and long-lasting home solutions tailored to your needs. Comprehensive Home Comfort Services: 🏠 Heating & Cooling Solutions – Furnace & AC repair, installation, tune-ups, heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, and air purification. 🚿 Plumbing Services – Water heater installation (tank & tankless), drain cleaning, leak detection, repiping, and fixture replacements. ⚡ Electrical Services – Panel upgrades, whole-home rewiring, generator installation, surge protection, and smart home automation. Why Homeowners Trust Home Comfort Alliance: ✔ Locally Owned & Operated – Serving the Pacific Northwest with integrity and expertise. ✔ Licensed & Certified Technicians – Skilled professionals delivering expert service. ✔ Upfront Pricing & Flexible Financing – No hidden fees, just honest solutions. ✔ Energy-Efficient, High-Performance Products – Lower utility bills with top-rated brands. ✔ 24/7 Emergency Service & Fast Response – Dependable repairs when you need them most. From quick repairs to full system installations, our team is here to ensure your HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems are running smoothly year-round. Whether you need a furnace tune-up before winter, an AC installation for summer, or a new water heater for reliable hot water, we’ve got you covered! Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer

"I requested an HVAC service call quote from G&S Heating through Angi, and received a "deal" via Angi for $129. I chose them partly due to that price. G&S Heating ended up billing me $280, and said that was an old outdated deal and would not honor it. Irresponsible and incredibly poor customer relations. Also, the technician they sent did not seem very knowledgeable or experienced. He said the thermostat reading issue I was having would require another service call and the possible replacement of an expensive circuit board. I ended up fixing the problem myself. I will not be using G&S Heating again."

Keith M on November 2022

At Home Comfort Alliance, we specialize in high-quality HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services, helping homeowners across Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue, Everett, and the entire Puget Sound region maintain safe, comfortable, and energy-efficient homes. With decades of experience and a customer-first approach, we’re committed to delivering 5-star service, premium products, and long-lasting home solutions tailored to your needs. Comprehensive Home Comfort Services: 🏠 Heating & Cooling Solutions – Furnace & AC repair, installation, tune-ups, heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, and air purification. 🚿 Plumbing Services – Water heater installation (tank & tankless), drain cleaning, leak detection, repiping, and fixture replacements. ⚡ Electrical Services – Panel upgrades, whole-home rewiring, generator installation, surge protection, and smart home automation. Why Homeowners Trust Home Comfort Alliance: ✔ Locally Owned & Operated – Serving the Pacific Northwest with integrity and expertise. ✔ Licensed & Certified Technicians – Skilled professionals delivering expert service. ✔ Upfront Pricing & Flexible Financing – No hidden fees, just honest solutions. ✔ Energy-Efficient, High-Performance Products – Lower utility bills with top-rated brands. ✔ 24/7 Emergency Service & Fast Response – Dependable repairs when you need them most. From quick repairs to full system installations, our team is here to ensure your HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems are running smoothly year-round. Whether you need a furnace tune-up before winter, an AC installation for summer, or a new water heater for reliable hot water, we’ve got you covered! Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer

"I requested an HVAC service call quote from G&S Heating through Angi, and received a "deal" via Angi for $129. I chose them partly due to that price. G&S Heating ended up billing me $280, and said that was an old outdated deal and would not honor it. Irresponsible and incredibly poor customer relations. Also, the technician they sent did not seem very knowledgeable or experienced. He said the thermostat reading issue I was having would require another service call and the possible replacement of an expensive circuit board. I ended up fixing the problem myself. I will not be using G&S Heating again."

Keith M on November 2022


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Efficient Communication Solutions, Inc.
3702 West Valley Highway North, Ste. 302
4.50(
26
)
Approved Pro
Efficient Communication Solutions, Inc.
3702 West Valley Highway North, Ste. 302
4.50(
26
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We Install and/or Service: ► CAT5e/CAT6/CAT6A Network Cabling ► Single-Mode/Multi-Mode Fiber Optic Network Cabling ► Video Surveillance Systems ► Network Video Surveillance (NVR) ► Digital Video Surveillance (DVR) (Coax cabling) ► Legacy CCTV systems ► Circuit Extensions ► Network Equipment Rack & Stack ► Smart-Hands for Hardware ► Wireless Networks (WiFi) ► Point to Point Wireless Networking ► Firewalls - Smart-Hands ► Ethernet Switches ► Power over Ethernet (PoE) Switches ► Point of Sale (POS) - Smart-Hands ► Digital Signage - Smart-Hands ► Overhead Paging ► LAN Remediation ► Equipment Installs for Cloud/Hosted telephone systems ► Avaya IP Office (premise-based telephone systems) ► Avaya Legacy Equipment (premise-based telephone systems) ► AT&T/Lucent Technologies Legacy Equipment (premise-based telephone systems) ► Analog Telephone Lines ► ISDN PRI (T-1) Digital Telephone Lines ► Dedicated High-Speed Internet Access

"Thank you"

Damon B on January 2025

We Install and/or Service: ► CAT5e/CAT6/CAT6A Network Cabling ► Single-Mode/Multi-Mode Fiber Optic Network Cabling ► Video Surveillance Systems ► Network Video Surveillance (NVR) ► Digital Video Surveillance (DVR) (Coax cabling) ► Legacy CCTV systems ► Circuit Extensions ► Network Equipment Rack & Stack ► Smart-Hands for Hardware ► Wireless Networks (WiFi) ► Point to Point Wireless Networking ► Firewalls - Smart-Hands ► Ethernet Switches ► Power over Ethernet (PoE) Switches ► Point of Sale (POS) - Smart-Hands ► Digital Signage - Smart-Hands ► Overhead Paging ► LAN Remediation ► Equipment Installs for Cloud/Hosted telephone systems ► Avaya IP Office (premise-based telephone systems) ► Avaya Legacy Equipment (premise-based telephone systems) ► AT&T/Lucent Technologies Legacy Equipment (premise-based telephone systems) ► Analog Telephone Lines ► ISDN PRI (T-1) Digital Telephone Lines ► Dedicated High-Speed Internet Access

"Thank you"

Damon B on January 2025

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Generator installations FAQs

Installing a whole-house generator costs about $5,000 on average. Prices range from $1,550 to $8,500, depending on size, brand, fuel type, and assembly. The size of your whole-house generator is the most significant cost factor, with large homes with high energy demands costing the most to power. Types of whole-home generators include:

  • Portable generators with 1kW–7.5kW capacity: $500–$2,000

  • Partial generators with 9kW–20kW capacity: $2,000–$6,300

  • Whole-house generators with 22kW–48kW: $5,000–$18,000

When maintained properly, a whole-house generator can last up to 20 years. Costs to maintain and repair generators vary by location and type of generator, but you can expect to pay about $150 to $300 per year for annual generator maintenance checks. An experienced generator service technician will inspect your generator’s engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels to keep your generator in good working condition for as long as possible.

When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 watts

Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running. 

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.

The value of installing a whole-house generator is that your home has guaranteed power, even if the power grid in your area is down. Whether a whole-house generator is worth installing in your home depends on how often you use it, your home’s location, and your lifestyle. For example, installing a whole-house generator is likely worth it if you:

  • Experience frequent or prolonged power outages

  • Work from home

  • Store a lot of cold food

  • Have a sump pump

  • Have a pump for well water

  • Use electronic medical devices

  • Live in a climate requiring heating or cooling

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