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CD Electric

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CD Electric

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"He was great, so quick and professional!"

Summer M on May 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"He was great, so quick and professional!"

Summer M on May 2024


Candido Electric, LLC

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Candido Electric, LLC

4.76(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Candido Electric, LLC, is Connecticut's premiere electrical contractor. They are licensed and insured with the state with over seven years of experience. Call today for all of your electrical needs.

"Terry was fantastic! He was very friendly and did a great job replacing recessed lights for us as well as installing keypad lock. I’ll definitely be using Candido Electric for any future electrical work needed."

Mark C on May 2023

Candido Electric, LLC, is Connecticut's premiere electrical contractor. They are licensed and insured with the state with over seven years of experience. Call today for all of your electrical needs.

"Terry was fantastic! He was very friendly and did a great job replacing recessed lights for us as well as installing keypad lock. I’ll definitely be using Candido Electric for any future electrical work needed."

Mark C on May 2023


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Handover Electric, LLC

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Handover Electric, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
25 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very knowledgeable and extremely professional"

Reginald M on May 2022

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very knowledgeable and extremely professional"

Reginald M on May 2022


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Extel Communications, Inc.

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Extel Communications, Inc.

4.96(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

We're a local family-owned and operated business started in 1987 with hundreds of satisfied customers throughout Connecticut and New York. We install and maintain hosted-cloud and on-premise telephone systems and provide service for your existing telephone system. Additionally, we offer telco & cable company network services, troubleshoot WiFi issues including installing wireless access points for WiFi connectivity, install data, fiber and voice cabling, security cameras and computer networks. Contact us today for a no charge, no obligation survey for all of your telecom and data needs!

"Immediate response. Expert, knowledgeable work. Excellent customer service. Very reasonable price. Would hire them again without question."

Brian M on December 2023

We're a local family-owned and operated business started in 1987 with hundreds of satisfied customers throughout Connecticut and New York. We install and maintain hosted-cloud and on-premise telephone systems and provide service for your existing telephone system. Additionally, we offer telco & cable company network services, troubleshoot WiFi issues including installing wireless access points for WiFi connectivity, install data, fiber and voice cabling, security cameras and computer networks. Contact us today for a no charge, no obligation survey for all of your telecom and data needs!

"Immediate response. Expert, knowledgeable work. Excellent customer service. Very reasonable price. Would hire them again without question."

Brian M on December 2023


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West Electric, LLC

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West Electric, LLC

4.89(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
43 local quotes requested

With 40 plus years of experience at West Electric, LLC, our work and customer service far exceeds our competition. We make sure that any concerns that the customer has are addressed quickly and correctly. We treat them the way we would expect to be treated as well. Your Home Electrictrification Specialists, providing you with commetive pricing for your EV, SOLAR, AND BATTERY STORAGE needs.

"West Electric did very good work. They were able to get the job done quick and efficient. They were responsive when I had questions. They were very reasonable priced. Would definitely hire again in the future "

Skott W on June 2025

With 40 plus years of experience at West Electric, LLC, our work and customer service far exceeds our competition. We make sure that any concerns that the customer has are addressed quickly and correctly. We treat them the way we would expect to be treated as well. Your Home Electrictrification Specialists, providing you with commetive pricing for your EV, SOLAR, AND BATTERY STORAGE needs.

"West Electric did very good work. They were able to get the job done quick and efficient. They were responsive when I had questions. They were very reasonable priced. Would definitely hire again in the future "

Skott W on June 2025


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W B Lightning Rods

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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
164 local quotes requested

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."

Jennifer B on October 2024


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The Masters Home Improvement

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The Masters Home Improvement

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

Our company prides itself on reliability, integrity and quality work. When The Masters Home Improvement is hired, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We work with both residential and commercial clients, and apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!

"Did a beautiful job for our wallpaper installation. Showed up on time. Would definitely hire again."

Kathryn P on January 2023

Our company prides itself on reliability, integrity and quality work. When The Masters Home Improvement is hired, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We work with both residential and commercial clients, and apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!

"Did a beautiful job for our wallpaper installation. Showed up on time. Would definitely hire again."

Kathryn P on January 2023


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Unlimited Elecrical Systems

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Unlimited Elecrical Systems

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of Residential electrical services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I was having a hard time actually getting an electrician to call me back. Chris called me within an hour and set up an appointment. He came out, gave me a fair price and completed the work that day! I now have working hanging lights and my Jacuzzi is up and running! Couldn’t be happier! Highly recommend!"

Kelly R on November 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of Residential electrical services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I was having a hard time actually getting an electrician to call me back. Chris called me within an hour and set up an appointment. He came out, gave me a fair price and completed the work that day! I now have working hanging lights and my Jacuzzi is up and running! Couldn’t be happier! Highly recommend!"

Kelly R on November 2024


"Kevin was great. I called him with a few questions about the process and he was able to answer them quickly and accurately. He was also able to schedule me and get the job done quickly. I would highly recommend St. Lawrence Electric. "

Alex C on May 2025

St. Lawrence Electric is dedicated to providing its customers the highest quality electrical work paired with exceptional customer service and great attention to detail.

"Kevin was great. I called him with a few questions about the process and he was able to answer them quickly and accurately. He was also able to schedule me and get the job done quickly. I would highly recommend St. Lawrence Electric. "

Alex C on May 2025


Jhon's Electric

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Jhon's Electric

4.63(
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Customers say: Terrific value
78 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Electrical services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your estimate today!

"Jhon exceeded my expectations. His work is excellent, he is a good guy, he is prompt and his price was good too"

Jon W on November 2023

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Electrical services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your estimate today!

"Jhon exceeded my expectations. His work is excellent, he is a good guy, he is prompt and his price was good too"

Jon W on November 2023

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 watts

Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running. 

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

You can determine what size generator you need by listing the various appliances it will power during an outage. Write down the start-up watt usage, and then add them all together. 

A 7,500-watt generator will run your refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits without a problem. However, you’ll need an extra 3,000 to 4,500 watts to run your water heater and another 5,000 to 25,000 watts to run your electric furnace. In these instances, a whole-home generator is your best bet for running your critical equipment.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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