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John Templeton
4.8(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Elkins, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John fixed and install new outdoor lighting. Let there be light! Results were awesome. John was reasonable in pricing , reliable and skilled."
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+21

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Worry Free Electric, LLC
4.9(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For Business

Serving Elkins, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Worry Free Electric was responsive and got in contact with me the same day I requested help. James arrived when he said he would. He replaced 3 electric baseboard heaters in a timely and effective manner. The price he quoted was reasonable and he hauled away the old junk, saving us the effort. I would highly recommend his company for any electrical needs. We will be using them again in the future."
200 amp service entrance
Response time2 days
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fishers of Men Generator Repair
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Elkins, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am more than pleased with the service I received from this company. Nathan is by far a caring human being. When the big companies couldnâ t help me out, he was there to service My Generac and he has been there ever since whenever I need him. Iâ ve been using this company for at least the last four years. And will continue to gladly call him when needed."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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OMGS Handyman Service - Home Facebook
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallGenerator - Install - For BusinessPortable Generator - Install

Serving Elkins, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an emergency service project and I was able to get in touch with Jamie quickly and he came out right away and fixed the problem in no time!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ricci's Electrical Business, LLC
New to Angi
Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Elkins, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Ricci's Electrical Business, LLC is a commercial electrical service company. We specialize in industry leading customer service; all work is done by courteous knowledgeable clean cut professional technicians. We offer a full range of services for our commercial customers including new construction, additions, remodels, panel changes and upgrades, generator systems. We are an authorized Generac distributor, for all your generator needs. Please give us a call and let us show you a new level of service. No job is too large or small, we are happy to offer free estimates and never charge travel time.\n\n"Making Light of your Electrical Problems"\n

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Rebuilders
4.5(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Elkins, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Judd and his team are responsive and reliable. We are very pleased with the quality of work as well as the time needed to finish the job. Their online portal and punctuality are added bonuses that separates them from other area providers. We will definitely hire them again."
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Mountaineer Field-house
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators need to be installed on level ground several feet away from walls and other objects. Because they tap into the electrical system directly, they usually need to be close to your home electrical panel for a transfer switch installation. It also helps with installation if they are near to a gas line or propane tank installation.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

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.

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

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