Helping Hands Electric & HVAC

10/15/2026

The answer isn't based on square footage alone. Two similarly sized homes can have very different backup power requirements depending on their HVAC systems, appliances, pumps, and what the homeowners want available during an outage.

Helping Hands Electric & HVAC can help properly size your Generac system before winter. https://helpinghandselectric.com/

10/15/2026

Whether an outage happens in the middle of the day or overnight, a Generac home standby generator automatically restores power so your home stays comfortable and connected.

Get an estimate today. Call us at (608) 470-8187 or visit us at www.helpinghandselectric.com.

10/13/2026

Whole-home backup or just the essentials? ⚡

You don’t have to answer that question alone. A properly designed system considers what you want available during an outage and how much power those loads actually require.

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10/10/2026

Great review from Cindy... "Andrew took care of replacing an outdoor outlet. He arrived promptly at the beginning of the provided 2 hour window, investigated the issue, explained what was needed along with the cost prior to proceeding, and then he showed/tested the finished work for us. He was polite and also careful to wear slip covers over his boots in the house which was appreciated."

"Andrew took care of replacing an outdoor outlet. He arrived promptly at the beginning of the provided 2 hour window, investigated the issue, explained what was needed along with the cost prior to proceeding, and then he showed/tested the finished work for us. He was polite and also careful to wear....

10/08/2026

A standby generator is a complete backup power system, not just a generator sitting outside your home.

Proper planning can include generator sizing, an automatic transfer switch, fuel requirements, site preparation, electrical work, and potentially load-management equipment. Generac notes that every installation is different and these factors can affect the final system design.

As a Generac dealer, Helping Hands Electric & HVAC can help you find a backup solution that fits your Madison-area home and power needs.

https://helpinghandselectric.com/

10/08/2026

Be ready for whatever comes next. A Generac home standby generator automatically restores power during an outage, helping keep your home running when it matters most.

Get an estimate today. Call us at (608) 470-8187 or visit us at www.helpinghandselectric.com.

10/06/2026

If the power went out on a cold Wisconsin night, what would you want your generator to keep running?

That answer is one of the first things to consider when sizing a standby generator.

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10/01/2026

How many kilowatts does your home actually need?

There isn't one universal answer. Generac recommends considering your home's electrical loads, motor starting requirements, HVAC equipment, and load-management options when sizing a standby system.

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10/01/2026

Backup power starts with a system that's ready when you need it. A Generac home standby generator automatically detects an outage and restores power, helping keep your home comfortable and protected.

Get an estimate today. Call us at (608) 470-8187 or visit us at www.helpinghandselectric.com.

10/01/2026

Great review from Kyle... "They replaced my circuit breaker panel and upgraded my service to 200amp. This involved cutting concrete to make space for the new pedestal, and they did a beautiful job—a perfect semicircle in the concrete. Then the inspector who came days later said, “Whoever did this went above and beyond.” Then he pointed at the surge protector they installed and said, “This technically isn’t required yet, but it will be on October 1st.” They even hooked our living room up to a generator so we could watch TV all day while they worked. Six stars!"

"They replaced my circuit breaker panel and upgraded my service to 200amp. This involved cutting concrete to make space for the new pedestal, and they did a beautiful job—a perfect semicircle in the concrete. Then the inspector who came days later said, “Whoever did this went above and beyond......