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Wisconsin Generators LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot say enough great things about Jamie and the team at Wisconsin Generators LLC. From the very first conversation, Jamie was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly responsive. He took the time to walk me through all my options, answered every question thoroughly, and made sure I felt confident in the decision we were making. The installation process was seamless. The crew showed up on time, worked efficiently, and treated our property with respect. Their attention to detail and commitment to doing the job right was obvious from start to finish. Everything was clean, organized, and completed exactly as promised. What really sets Jamie apart is his integrity and customer-first approach. There was no pressure just honest recommendations and clear communication. If you’re considering a standby generator, I highly recommend Jamie and Wisconsin Generators LLC. Reliable service, expert installation, and true peace of mind. Five stars all The way!!"
Whole house back up
Installation Trailer
New propane generator
Partial home backup
Partial home backup

+1

22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Current Electric Company
4.7(
140
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I would recommend Current Electric to anyone! They are affordable, professional, and customer service oriented. We had Eric as our electrician and he went above and beyond for us. We had a new outlet installed, can lights installed, and ceiling fans installed. He kept us informed the whole time with updates on progress, time frames, and got our input along the way. We will definitely be using Current for all of our electric needs."
Kitchen Remodel
Landscape Lighting
Restaurant Lighting
Lighting in newly built hotel
Commercial Solar

+2

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mister Sparky of Brew City
4.9(
11
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed to hook up my portable generator to the house. Mr Sparky was the first to call from angi so I asked for a quote. They came over very quickly and gave my wife and I a very good quote we thought. We didn't even get another, Slept on it, they called back the next day and we set set up a date. Mario showed up (very nice guy) . Said it would be a couple hours, and it was. They didn't need to turn off the whole house which was good and wired in a new electrical panel and plug on the outside. We tested it, and it worked perfectly. We are very happy. Thanks guys....!"
Branded Panel Install
Installation
Installation
Installation
Installation

+52

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
96 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Crown Electrical, LLC
4.6(
17
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Had them come out and install 2 ceiling fans very professional and fairly fast worked great and they cleaned up well after the install"
Response time5 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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In Phase Electric & Air
4.1(
170
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"All of their technicians were very professional and polite and helped me understand what was going on every step of the way, from the initial inspection, diagnosing the issue, deciding on a new furnace, and through the installation process. When the inspection showed that my furnace was no longer working, they even shuffled some appointments around to make sure I had working heat before it started getting too cold outside. Not only did they do a great job installing the new furnace and AC, they went out of their way to clean up the basement and duct work a bit and left things looking even better than when they got there! Mike was my technician for the initial inspection and Austin worked on the Furnace and AC install. There were a couple other techs with them as well who's names I didn't quite catch, but all of them were great!"
AC Tune Up
Nee an AC Tune Up?
Electrical Panel
Team and Job photos
Team and Job photos

+53

Response time5 hrs
99 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Ls industrial repair
5.0(
2
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"He showed up in a timely manner. He did the job quickly. There was a shorted wire that he had to re-run and pull through the existing pipe. So far it's all working great and has not needed to return. So far everything working great."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Sparky's Electical Service
4.7(
200
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff was great. I called and he came with a day or two of my call. I showed him all the things I had concerns about and he gave me honest answers about whether my project ideas were worthwhile or not. I appreciated his honesty. He installed the two heaters and hooked up the thermostat and installed a new outlet. He was a very quick worker and I was very satisfied with his service. I intend to have Jeff back to fix a front outside lamp that hasn't worked for years. Great, unassuming guy."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Mr. Holland's Home Services LLC
4.4(
249
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Aaron E. from Mr. Holland's Home Services serviced my furnace in preparation for the upcoming heating season. I was very pleased with his work. Not only was he a very personable young man, he was also very thorough. One of his touches that I particularly liked was his taking photos of all the components and explaining their condition. I am a retired 50+ year maintenance mechanic so I know what I am talking about. In upcoming years I will certainly request him by name. Paul F."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

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13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Miller Power & Light
4.6(
9
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Serving Colgate, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

"Excellent work! Project involved running 100A service from house to detached garage, running power to equipment, and installing outlets. Happy with the price and was impressed with the work, so I decided to expand the scope - am having him come back to put in some more circuits. I have hired a number of contractors over the years, including at work for some involved projects. Marty is up there with the best: great communication, personable, completed the work sooner than I expected, and his experience shows - around 15 years, including industrial and commercial experience. He recently started his own business."
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen

+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Carbon monoxide emissions aren’t only dangerous to human life, but they also harm our planet. While natural gas generators emit lower levels of CO than other fuel sources, there are still ways to reduce emission levels. For example, shop around for an eco-friendly generator that complies with current emission standards. Also, make sure your generator is serviced regularly to avoid CO buildup. 

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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.

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