Residential Electrical, Audio/Video Design, Home Theater and Home Automation Serving Birmingham and the entire state of Alabama, Structured Technology LLC offers professional audio/visual design and home automation. In order to help your systems run smoothly, our team works diligently to ensure that your cables and wiring are installed correctly, the first time. With over 19 years of experience, our team has the knowledge to set you up with the most efficient systems for your home or business.
"Everything was wonderful"
Charles E on April 2025
Residential Electrical, Audio/Video Design, Home Theater and Home Automation Serving Birmingham and the entire state of Alabama, Structured Technology LLC offers professional audio/visual design and home automation. In order to help your systems run smoothly, our team works diligently to ensure that your cables and wiring are installed correctly, the first time. With over 19 years of experience, our team has the knowledge to set you up with the most efficient systems for your home or business.
Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.
"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business
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Anthony O on September 2025
Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.
"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business
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MH&G Technology is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Mr Marty Smith did a great job. He was very knowledgeable and professional. Thank you"
MOaz M on July 2024
MH&G Technology is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Mr Marty Smith did a great job. He was very knowledgeable and professional. Thank you"
Premier Lightning Protection is a family owned and operated fourth generation company. We take pride in designing and installing lightning protection systems that will not only protect your home from the devastation of a lightning strike but also give you peace of mind during the fierce lightning storms we experience. Lightning is a catastrophic phenomenon, contact us to see how you can protect your home from it. WE DO NOT DO ELECTRICAL WORK.
"Excellent in every way. Flawless experience from start to finish!"
Les B on May 2025
Premier Lightning Protection is a family owned and operated fourth generation company. We take pride in designing and installing lightning protection systems that will not only protect your home from the devastation of a lightning strike but also give you peace of mind during the fierce lightning storms we experience. Lightning is a catastrophic phenomenon, contact us to see how you can protect your home from it. WE DO NOT DO ELECTRICAL WORK.
"Excellent in every way. Flawless experience from start to finish!"
With over 11 years of experience in the computer industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from computer networking to wiring to repairs. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give CFG Communications a call today. We look forward to working with you.
With over 11 years of experience in the computer industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from computer networking to wiring to repairs. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give CFG Communications a call today. We look forward to working with you.
WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **
"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."
Jennifer B on October 2024
WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **
"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
Welcome to Resource Electrical Services, LLC. A family owned and operated electrical company specializing in residential, industrial and commercial services. We cover everything from service upgrades, new circuit installations, troubleshoot and repair of existing devices, new installations, and new construction in residential to industrial controls, new circuit/conduit runs, lighting, new installations, and troubleshoot and repair to existing equipment in the industrial field. Let us be your one resource for all of your electrical needs.
"Very professional did everything and then some that was ask and quoted. Would and have recommended them."
Tonya B on February 2023
Welcome to Resource Electrical Services, LLC. A family owned and operated electrical company specializing in residential, industrial and commercial services. We cover everything from service upgrades, new circuit installations, troubleshoot and repair of existing devices, new installations, and new construction in residential to industrial controls, new circuit/conduit runs, lighting, new installations, and troubleshoot and repair to existing equipment in the industrial field. Let us be your one resource for all of your electrical needs.
"Very professional did everything and then some that was ask and quoted. Would and have recommended them."
I am a one man operation and can recruit others when necessary.
I am a one man operation and can recruit others when necessary.
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts
As long as they have enough fuel, whole-house generators can run for weeks at a time (400 to 500 hours) without suffering too much wear and tear. However, this type of extensive use isn’t ideal if you want to extend the life of your generator.
Two important points. First, some generators may need you to periodically check oil levels every day or so and refill as necessary for safe operation. Second, if your generator uses a fuel tank, keep it regularly full so it doesn’t suddenly shut off. Many backup generators can run through a full tank in a day when they are powering large portions of a home.
Generator size requirements vary wildly among properties, but typical generator sizes are listed below based on home square footage:
1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW
1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW
2,000 sq ft: 10–14kW
2,500 sq ft: 12–16kW
3,000 sq ft: 16–20kW+
Unfortunately, home square footage isn’t always a good indicator of generator size requirements. Instead, you should call in a professional to discuss which items in your home you’d like to run via your generator. They can calculate peak and average consumption for those items and then size your generator appropriately for optimal performance.
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.
While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.
A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.
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The Selma, AL homeowners’ guide to generator installs
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Keeping on top of generator maintenance and repairs gives you extra peace of mind as a homeowner. Find out how much regular generator maintenance costs.
Before deciding between a gas generator and a natural gas generator, explore the differences. Compare gas vs. natural gas generator with our informative guide.
Before installing a fixed generator, think about your use and space. Review these backup generator questions to prepare for a talk with your contractor.
A portable generator can serve several uses beyond its traditional purpose. If you’re looking for ways to put your generator to work, our guide can help.
