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Emerald Electric, LLC
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - RepairPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Kiel, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Emerald Electric is proud to serve Wisconsin's electrical needs! Owner and operator Sawyer Effertz has over 12 years of experience in the industry. They're excited to take on new clients immediately. Call today for a free estimate on your next project!

Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
River White Remodeling
New to Angi
Portable Generator - Repair

Serving Kiel, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

River White Remodeling is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5 years of experience serving Appleton, WI and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you

Tek Electric
2.3(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Kiel, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First, they were recommended to us for the whole house generator by home depot.  We were so happy with the generator that we had him do a bathroom fan at my house and a bathroom fan at my son's house.  I did some checking and that was a reasonable price.  With the work he did, it was more than reasonable.  The job was a little more involved than he thought it would be and he didn't have any problem with any of it.  Without anything to judge the pricing from, other than online and a couple of guys I had come over who weren't on the same page as me, I'd say excellent.  The quality was top of the line.  As soon as he got the generator, he got over here to put it in. As a matter of fact, I am thinking about calling him again for something."
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Cleveland Electric LLC
5.0(
1
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Kiel, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I'm a Master Electrician with over 20 years of hands-on experience in residential, commercial, and service electrical work. As a U.S. Army combat veteran, I bring discipline, integrity, & a strong work ethic to every project I take on. I believe in building strong relationships with my clients through clear communication, honesty, and dependable service. I'm highly knowledgeable in the National Electrical Code (NEC) & make sure costumers understand how it applies to their project so they feel confident and informed. Professionalism is at the core of my business. I take pride in completing every job with precision & ensuring complete costumer satisfaction. When you hire us, you're getting quality workmanship, fair pricing, and a reliable electrician who stands behind every job. \nWe provide free estimates for customers located in Sheboygan Co. & Manitowoc Co. For clients in surrounding areas, a $59 dispatch/travel fee applies; this fee is fully deducted from any approved estimate.

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
ATOM ELECTRIC LLC
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - Install

Serving Kiel, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your Electrical needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

CR Fochs Electrical Contractors
New to Angi
Generator - Install - For BusinessGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Kiel, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

CR Fochs Electrical Contractors services the needs of all commercial, industrial and residential customers throughout Northeast WI and the surrounding areas . We are your full service electrical contractor which understands the importance of quality and customer service. We offer services at a competitive rate with an emphasis on customer satisfaction.

Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

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. 

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.

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. 

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