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Mr. Electric of Wheeling - Saint Clairsville
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Serving Follansbee, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"we called Mr electric when we were experiencing an electrical issue with our pool system. The issues was causing a noise disturbustance throughout the house. Mr. electric came and quickly found the issue with the pool pump. They fixed the issue and the noise has not returned. I highly recommend Mr. Electric."
Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by12%of homeowners
Fishers of Men Generator Repair
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Serving Follansbee, 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
LCN Electrical Services LLC dba Premier Power Solutions
New to Angi

Serving Follansbee, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

LCN Electrical Services, LLC offers residential & commercial electrical services to Charleston and surrounding areas. Our certified journeyman electricians are fully insured and licensed and can handle any electrical problem you may have. With more than 18 years of experience, our commitment to excellence has earned us the reputation of the area's electrical specialists.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

Many services include assembling the unit and securing it in the window. Confirm with your provider.

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