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Avatar for RDP Electrical Services Plus, LLC
RDP Electrical Services Plus, LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Hinton, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"He installed the generator and serviced it for $5777.00 and everything was great. We then purchased a new home in January 2017 and he was able to move the generator and reinstall it at our new home for $1,016.00. It went perfectly. They were great people doing a great job because they knew what they were doing. The generator still works and we have had no problems. I would recommend him to everyone."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McSweeney Electric
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Hinton, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nate was the one who came out to install our home charger and he was amazing. He went over what I wanted and where best to execute the procedure. I was very impressed with his knowledge and his attitude, very approachable and would definitely hire again when I am in need of electrical services."
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CURRENT ELECTRICAL SERVICES LLC
5.0(
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Hinton, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He returned my call immediately and arrived on site with all parts that were needed. His workmanship is flawless, he is a true professional, and most important is the trust in the work he completes. He follows the state and local codes to a tee. I would not hire anyone or another company except Austin to do electrical work."
Response time20 mins
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Mister Sparky of Southern West Virginia
5.0(
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Portable Generator - Install

Serving Hinton, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Monica and Harley treated us like family. The company is fantastic. Lee and his wife made sure we were happy with the work. They went above and beyond. May God bless them and the company with great success."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lusk Electrical and General Contracting
New to Angi
Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Hinton, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Lusk Electrical and General Contracting has over 25 years of experience as a master electrician in all phases of electrical wiring. We offer competitive pricing, and we always stand by our top-quality workmanship. We will let our work do the talking for us.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

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.

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