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Quality Electrical Services, LLC
4.9(
28
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Fixed Generator - InstallPortable Generator - Install

Serving Rupert, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Kevin installed a whole house generator for me. He is polite and upfront about the price he charges. He is reasonable in his price .He completed the job in an acceptable timeframe. I havenâ t had to use my generator yet but I feel good knowing itâ s there when Iâ ll need it and a professional installed it."
Ready for Coffee
Commercial panel
Under Soffit Porch Lights
Rustic porch light
New hallway fixture

+12

Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RDP Electrical Services Plus, LLC
5.0(
21
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Install+4 more

Serving Rupert, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"He came to the home to give an estimate. Was not pushy or insistent. Very thorough and honest. We decided to go with them. They were here on time and were extremely professional. Unit looks great and they even made the conduit /pipe match the house (white with the blocks and brick colored when it ran along the brick. Definitely recommend. Will contact them when it is time to replace the A/C."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fishers of Men Generator Repair
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Rupert, 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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Rose Electric
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For BusinessPortable Generator - Repair

Serving Rupert, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Phil and his staff are very professional,friendly and most important knowlegeable. We recently bought a 40 year old home. He installed 6 can lights in our previous dark kitchen and anew dining room light. He also put a led light in our previous dark basement laundry room. Fixed safety hazards in our attic. I would highly recommend his company. We are so happy we found him."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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McSweeney Electric
5.0(
2
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Fixed Generator - InstallFixed Generator - Repair

Serving Rupert, 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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Ricci's Electrical Business, LLC
New to Angi
Generator - Install - For Business

Serving Rupert, 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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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.

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. 

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.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

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.

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