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Avatar for Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating & Air

Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating & Air

4200 78th St SW
4.79(
1,338
)
Approved Pro

Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating & Air

4200 78th St SW
4.79(
1,338
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
1879 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.

"We have been living with a 60amp service and Knob and Tube wiring for 37 years. We called Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating and Air,to upgrade our service to200 amps and to replace our Knob and Tube wiring. They promptly sent Matt R, Journeyman Electrician, out to give us an estimate. He was very professional and we walked through the house room by room as he explained what needed to be done to meet code, and asked us what new outlets or features we might want to add in each room. We went from attic to crawl space. Then he sat down with us and walked us through what might have to be done to complete the Job. At which point he ended by giving us a firm estimate of cost and what we would need to do to prepare the house. We made the decision to have them do the work and they put us on the schedule. On the scheduled date Thomas F, and Thomas L arrived along with Matt R. They walked us through the project and told us they had been allotted 5 days to complete the project; on our two story house. They stayed on schedule and actually didn't need a complete day on the fifth day. Thomas F and Thomas L worked tirelessly each day and cleaned up after themselves before leaving each day all this during high 80's temperatures during the day. They took time from their work to answer any and all of our questions as they worked, and at the end of the day showed us what they had completed. All of their work was done with meticulous care given to quality, and journeyman standards to meet and exceed code. I would recommend these two electricians for any electrical project and especially those that may be on the more complicated level. They did our entire house including the installation of a new mast and meter base along with the knew 200 amp breaker box. Thank you Thomas F and Thomas L! Complicating their work was our little granddaughter. She was with us during the whole project and they took extra care to assure her safety and well being. Thomas F even brought her a toy Dinosaur which immediately became her favorite toy. If that were not enough he found out it was my birthday and brought me gift of his personally crafted art work as a present. What a great company and Great People. In this case the aphorism “you get what you pay for” is true. Seatown is worth every dollar."

John W on August 2020

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.

"We have been living with a 60amp service and Knob and Tube wiring for 37 years. We called Seatown Electric Plumbing Heating and Air,to upgrade our service to200 amps and to replace our Knob and Tube wiring. They promptly sent Matt R, Journeyman Electrician, out to give us an estimate. He was very professional and we walked through the house room by room as he explained what needed to be done to meet code, and asked us what new outlets or features we might want to add in each room. We went from attic to crawl space. Then he sat down with us and walked us through what might have to be done to complete the Job. At which point he ended by giving us a firm estimate of cost and what we would need to do to prepare the house. We made the decision to have them do the work and they put us on the schedule. On the scheduled date Thomas F, and Thomas L arrived along with Matt R. They walked us through the project and told us they had been allotted 5 days to complete the project; on our two story house. They stayed on schedule and actually didn't need a complete day on the fifth day. Thomas F and Thomas L worked tirelessly each day and cleaned up after themselves before leaving each day all this during high 80's temperatures during the day. They took time from their work to answer any and all of our questions as they worked, and at the end of the day showed us what they had completed. All of their work was done with meticulous care given to quality, and journeyman standards to meet and exceed code. I would recommend these two electricians for any electrical project and especially those that may be on the more complicated level. They did our entire house including the installation of a new mast and meter base along with the knew 200 amp breaker box. Thank you Thomas F and Thomas L! Complicating their work was our little granddaughter. She was with us during the whole project and they took extra care to assure her safety and well being. Thomas F even brought her a toy Dinosaur which immediately became her favorite toy. If that were not enough he found out it was my birthday and brought me gift of his personally crafted art work as a present. What a great company and Great People. In this case the aphorism “you get what you pay for” is true. Seatown is worth every dollar."

John W on August 2020


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IJB Electrical

14503 12th Ave NE
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro

IJB Electrical

14503 12th Ave NE
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
153 local quotes requested

IJB electricity is here to fulfill any and all residential needs. We are here to offer the highest quality of work with the most competitive price possible. We are a small company with very little overhead which allows us to beat our competitors price without sacrificing quality.

"Neatly and satisfactorily done."

Raja N on December 2024

IJB electricity is here to fulfill any and all residential needs. We are here to offer the highest quality of work with the most competitive price possible. We are a small company with very little overhead which allows us to beat our competitors price without sacrificing quality.

"Neatly and satisfactorily done."

Raja N on December 2024


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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
267 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!

"This is hands down the only electrical/hvac company you need in your phone. Easiest, most efficient owner and teams you will find in the Seattle area hands down. Been working with these guys for 7 years, each project we tackle is actually fun because they make it so easy!"

Jordan R on February 2025

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!

"This is hands down the only electrical/hvac company you need in your phone. Easiest, most efficient owner and teams you will find in the Seattle area hands down. Been working with these guys for 7 years, each project we tackle is actually fun because they make it so easy!"

Jordan R on February 2025


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Switch Electric LLC

16778 146th St SE
4.81(
996
)
Approved Pro

Switch Electric LLC

16778 146th St SE
4.81(
996
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
95 local quotes requested

At Switch Electric Home Energy, our commitment to excellence shines through in every aspect of our customer service, making us a beacon of quality in the Pacific Northwest's home energy sector. Renowned as one of the premier companies in our industry, we excel in the installation of EV chargers, solar systems, standby generators, and energy storage systems. Beyond these specialties, our skilled team is adept at managing any electrical project you envision for your home—ranging from comprehensive remodels to the simple addition of an outlet. We invite you to connect with us today and discover firsthand why Switch Electric is consistently celebrated as one of the most esteemed and positively reviewed companies in our region.

"Really good group to work with (especially Tyler who went above and beyond to make things right after the initial install). Their rates were the most competitive (and sensible) out of multiple bids for a Rivian powerwall charging unit. I would use them again."

Graylynne R on June 2023

At Switch Electric Home Energy, our commitment to excellence shines through in every aspect of our customer service, making us a beacon of quality in the Pacific Northwest's home energy sector. Renowned as one of the premier companies in our industry, we excel in the installation of EV chargers, solar systems, standby generators, and energy storage systems. Beyond these specialties, our skilled team is adept at managing any electrical project you envision for your home—ranging from comprehensive remodels to the simple addition of an outlet. We invite you to connect with us today and discover firsthand why Switch Electric is consistently celebrated as one of the most esteemed and positively reviewed companies in our region.

"Really good group to work with (especially Tyler who went above and beyond to make things right after the initial install). Their rates were the most competitive (and sensible) out of multiple bids for a Rivian powerwall charging unit. I would use them again."

Graylynne R on June 2023


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Total Wire Electric, LLC

13213 31st Ave SE
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro

Total Wire Electric, LLC

13213 31st Ave SE
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
91 local quotes requested

We specialize in new construction and remodels, additions and service repairs, service upgrades/changes, troubleshooting, lighting, panel upgrades, EV/Electric Charging Stations, and more. Small business, I have twelve years in the trade. We keep our prices reasonable and take pride in being on time efficient and keeping a great line of communication with our customers. We are local, my wife and I both grew up in Washington and she is also a small business owner, with her business located in Edmonds. Call or message to go over project details and schedule an estimate. We look forward to working with you! Thank you, Dylan Murphy Total Wire Electric, LLC

"Dylan was excellent, thorough, easy to explain what was necessary. His prices were very reasonable and he was very kind through the process. I’ll never go with anyone else!"

Christina S on August 2024

We specialize in new construction and remodels, additions and service repairs, service upgrades/changes, troubleshooting, lighting, panel upgrades, EV/Electric Charging Stations, and more. Small business, I have twelve years in the trade. We keep our prices reasonable and take pride in being on time efficient and keeping a great line of communication with our customers. We are local, my wife and I both grew up in Washington and she is also a small business owner, with her business located in Edmonds. Call or message to go over project details and schedule an estimate. We look forward to working with you! Thank you, Dylan Murphy Total Wire Electric, LLC

"Dylan was excellent, thorough, easy to explain what was necessary. His prices were very reasonable and he was very kind through the process. I’ll never go with anyone else!"

Christina S on August 2024


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Volta Electrical LLC

13404 Newcastle Commons Dr
4.64(
11
)
Approved Pro

Volta Electrical LLC

13404 Newcastle Commons Dr
4.64(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 local quotes requested

Volta Electrical LLC, is a licensed electrical contractor that specializes in residential electrical projects. Our team is closely knit into a caring community and works together closely to ensure your electrical concerns are fully resolved and you are satisfied. We love what we do, and make every effort to keep the customers' cost of each project as low as possible - without sacrificing quality, safety, or the national electrical code requirements. Experience in a wide range of projects from remodels, custom homes, tenant improvement and commercial projects ground up. https://voltaelectricians.com

"Asked the business to install an EV charging outlet and the company install 50 AMPs breaker without doing the correct math for the load. I reached out to the owner thinking that there is an issue with the install as it led to overloading the main breaker which is maintained by the HOA. The owner stopped by and claimed that the installation is correct. The problem is not with the installation as it's with the load and the breaker used. Texted him multiple times, he stopped replying to my text and I haven't heard back from him. HOA hired 3 other licensed electricians to diagnose the main breaker issue and all of them agreed that the load is above 100 with the 50 AMPs installed breaker and reported that back to HOA and now HOA is asking me to fix this and install a breaker with lower AMP. The owner doesn't stand behind his work."

Qusai A on June 2025

Volta Electrical LLC, is a licensed electrical contractor that specializes in residential electrical projects. Our team is closely knit into a caring community and works together closely to ensure your electrical concerns are fully resolved and you are satisfied. We love what we do, and make every effort to keep the customers' cost of each project as low as possible - without sacrificing quality, safety, or the national electrical code requirements. Experience in a wide range of projects from remodels, custom homes, tenant improvement and commercial projects ground up. https://voltaelectricians.com

"Asked the business to install an EV charging outlet and the company install 50 AMPs breaker without doing the correct math for the load. I reached out to the owner thinking that there is an issue with the install as it led to overloading the main breaker which is maintained by the HOA. The owner stopped by and claimed that the installation is correct. The problem is not with the installation as it's with the load and the breaker used. Texted him multiple times, he stopped replying to my text and I haven't heard back from him. HOA hired 3 other licensed electricians to diagnose the main breaker issue and all of them agreed that the load is above 100 with the 50 AMPs installed breaker and reported that back to HOA and now HOA is asking me to fix this and install a breaker with lower AMP. The owner doesn't stand behind his work."

Qusai A on June 2025


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Tripped Electric

9115 #A, 112th Dr SE
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro

Tripped Electric

9115 #A, 112th Dr SE
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
162 local quotes requested

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!

"Update 10/07 — I had an electrical issue with a washer/dryer (due to manufacturer error), and texted Tripped for help at 1pm. They had someone drive out immediately (my home is in a VERY remote location), and Marqus arrived by 3pm. The issue was fixed by 3:45pm. This company has EXCELLENT service, and I could not recommend them enough!"

Rachel S on October 2025

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!

"Update 10/07 — I had an electrical issue with a washer/dryer (due to manufacturer error), and texted Tripped for help at 1pm. They had someone drive out immediately (my home is in a VERY remote location), and Marqus arrived by 3pm. The issue was fixed by 3:45pm. This company has EXCELLENT service, and I could not recommend them enough!"

Rachel S on October 2025


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As You Wish Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air

825 S STACY ST
4.61(
777
)
Approved Pro

As You Wish Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air

825 S STACY ST
4.61(
777
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
367 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

As You Wish Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air proudly serves homeowners across King and Snohomish County with reliable electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, and drain services. Built on our roots in electrical work, we’ve grown into a full-service home services provider that customers can count on for every need. Our team is experienced, professional, and committed to doing the job right the first time. We use only quality products and proven practices to ensure lasting solutions. Our mission is simple: to be the most trusted home services company in Western Washington by delivering 100% customer satisfaction on every call.

"Great job, well done"

JUSTIN F on March 2025

As You Wish Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air proudly serves homeowners across King and Snohomish County with reliable electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, and drain services. Built on our roots in electrical work, we’ve grown into a full-service home services provider that customers can count on for every need. Our team is experienced, professional, and committed to doing the job right the first time. We use only quality products and proven practices to ensure lasting solutions. Our mission is simple: to be the most trusted home services company in Western Washington by delivering 100% customer satisfaction on every call.

"Great job, well done"

JUSTIN F on March 2025


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Eco Electric, Plumbing, Heating and Air

126 S Spokane St
3.92(
25
)
Approved Pro

Eco Electric, Plumbing, Heating and Air

126 S Spokane St
3.92(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
193 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

If you are looking for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC services in Seattle and beyond, Eco Electric, Plumbing, Heating and Air has all of the talent and tools needed to provide a high-quality service and 100% customer satisfaction. Please feel free to give us a call at (206) 479-0404 to set up your appointment with our wonderful technicians! With multiple years of combined electrical, plumbing, and HVAC experience, this team has answers to all of your questions and solutions to all of your problems. Company trucks are fully stocked with the tools and equipment to handle any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC services needed. We can perform services and repairs on nearly all residential and commercial spaces. For professional service with a smile, call the dedicated team at Eco Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air today.

"Project started great and everyone was very friendly. Toward the end of the project I found things that were damaged in my home and a number of items that Exo Electric failed to complete. As soon as I mentioned these items, their attitudes shifted instantly and then weren’t so friendly. I hired them to remove all of the dangerous knob and tube wiring, replace the panel inside, swap all switches & outlets and replace the box and mast outside. The knob and tube wiring is still in my house, they installed light switches crooked, did not swap every outlet like they said they would, left a major outlet in the kitchen dead-no power to that outlet still to this day, installed that outside box cooked and not flush to the house, the mast is touching my new roof done a few weeks ago and bending shingles, the box inside is not installed properly and does not latch shut. They said they were going to bring a label maker to make the box nice but instead wrote everything by hand and not clearly, quite sloppy actually. They attempted to charge me an exorbitant amount amount for additional work to remedy these issues and I said no. They went on to say that they were not coming back and that the job is marked as complete. This. Reach of contract on their part has caused multiple issues with other projects including the roof, siding and gutters. Customer service from this company was horrendous and they are anything but professional. The GM Cory Hessiltine was extremely unprofessional on our 1 call, using profanity and not allowing me to speak. He went on a rant and essentially “told me how it is”. This company is run by sleazy sleazy sales people, I was clearly just a number to this company and they do not care about helping their customers, their only concern is getting paid- not doing what is right. Don’t make the same mistake that I did in hiring these amateurs."

Jay G on September 2022

If you are looking for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC services in Seattle and beyond, Eco Electric, Plumbing, Heating and Air has all of the talent and tools needed to provide a high-quality service and 100% customer satisfaction. Please feel free to give us a call at (206) 479-0404 to set up your appointment with our wonderful technicians! With multiple years of combined electrical, plumbing, and HVAC experience, this team has answers to all of your questions and solutions to all of your problems. Company trucks are fully stocked with the tools and equipment to handle any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC services needed. We can perform services and repairs on nearly all residential and commercial spaces. For professional service with a smile, call the dedicated team at Eco Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air today.

"Project started great and everyone was very friendly. Toward the end of the project I found things that were damaged in my home and a number of items that Exo Electric failed to complete. As soon as I mentioned these items, their attitudes shifted instantly and then weren’t so friendly. I hired them to remove all of the dangerous knob and tube wiring, replace the panel inside, swap all switches & outlets and replace the box and mast outside. The knob and tube wiring is still in my house, they installed light switches crooked, did not swap every outlet like they said they would, left a major outlet in the kitchen dead-no power to that outlet still to this day, installed that outside box cooked and not flush to the house, the mast is touching my new roof done a few weeks ago and bending shingles, the box inside is not installed properly and does not latch shut. They said they were going to bring a label maker to make the box nice but instead wrote everything by hand and not clearly, quite sloppy actually. They attempted to charge me an exorbitant amount amount for additional work to remedy these issues and I said no. They went on to say that they were not coming back and that the job is marked as complete. This. Reach of contract on their part has caused multiple issues with other projects including the roof, siding and gutters. Customer service from this company was horrendous and they are anything but professional. The GM Cory Hessiltine was extremely unprofessional on our 1 call, using profanity and not allowing me to speak. He went on a rant and essentially “told me how it is”. This company is run by sleazy sleazy sales people, I was clearly just a number to this company and they do not care about helping their customers, their only concern is getting paid- not doing what is right. Don’t make the same mistake that I did in hiring these amateurs."

Jay G on September 2022


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Bothell Electric LLC

709 226th St SE
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro

Bothell Electric LLC

709 226th St SE
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Thank you for choosing a local family-owned business! We provide commercial and residential electrical service from tenant improvements, hot tubs, kitchen remodels, service upgrades, lighting retrofits, new builds, and whatever additions you need. I started my apprenticeship in 2005 and kept working hard to open Bothell Electric in 2021, serving the community I grew up in.

"Andrew and his team replaced all electrical outlets in our house, AFCI/GFCI breakers, installed new exterior fixtures and completed new wiring for our kitchen remodel which included: installing under cabinet lighting, new LeD can lighting, moving our oven and cooktop and installed outlets in our island to bring up to code. Everything was done in a timely manner and was affordable. Bothell Electric is a trustworthy and fair company who treats both customer and employees well. I would hire them again!"

Beth K on May 2024

Thank you for choosing a local family-owned business! We provide commercial and residential electrical service from tenant improvements, hot tubs, kitchen remodels, service upgrades, lighting retrofits, new builds, and whatever additions you need. I started my apprenticeship in 2005 and kept working hard to open Bothell Electric in 2021, serving the community I grew up in.

"Andrew and his team replaced all electrical outlets in our house, AFCI/GFCI breakers, installed new exterior fixtures and completed new wiring for our kitchen remodel which included: installing under cabinet lighting, new LeD can lighting, moving our oven and cooktop and installed outlets in our island to bring up to code. Everything was done in a timely manner and was affordable. Bothell Electric is a trustworthy and fair company who treats both customer and employees well. I would hire them again!"

Beth K on May 2024

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In many cases, you’ll need a permit or basic inspection to install one of these large generators. Since they include significant alterations to your home electrical system and many produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require jumping through a few hoops for general safety purposes. Your installer may be able to help you with these permits.

A whole house generator can be worth the extra money for peace of mind if your home is prone to power outages for extended periods of time or if you have life-saving medical equipment that needs to maintain power at all times. These devices can also increase your home’s value, especially in areas prone to extreme weather and power outages.

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.

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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