I'm a loner also, Joe. I went to Home Depot a couple years ago and picked them up to see how portable they are. I got a Coleman 1500W (1850W peak). It's been fine for my use, which is only on service upgrades for my work light, their refrigerator, and to drill a few small holes in the concrete and holesaw the joist.
On the commercial job I use it until the service is set up, also really just for a few small holes in the concrete block and to saw the conduit. I probably only use it once every week or two though. The 2000W/2500W may suit your purpose better.
Dave
