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O'Connell's Electrical Contractors
5.0(
13
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Serving Broad Brook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike re-wired my basement outlets at my apartment. He figured out that all of them were wired incorrectly. Not only did he restore power to my basement outlets, he prevented an electrical fire from the previous incorrect wiring. He also installed a new bathroom fan/light combo, with Bluetooth speaker capabilities and multiple led light colors. He was efficient, fairly priced and honest. Highly recommend! Thank you again Mike!"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R A Buckley & Son Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
48
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Serving Broad Brook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He is extremely attentive to your needs . What he says will happen , does! He keeps all appointments and thoroughly explains what he plans to do. He is one of the most reliable, ethical , conscience businessman I have ever dealt with. I have recommended him to friends . He actually went out of his way to help Ill friends deal with their generator problems even though he had not installed it. He made arrangements for someone to fix the generator when he was not able. Highly recommended !"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
119
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Serving Broad Brook, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Easy process from quote to work complete. The crew worked on a few small projects -- fixed a damaged wall, repaired flooring, and installed a new toilet."
Dust out from the ductwork
Dust out from the ductwork
Clean vent
Clean vent
Dust in the return

+1790

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Onlehane, LLC
4.8(
10
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Serving Broad Brook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim is the best electrician we ever had. He is professional, He has keen listening skillss, he is a phenomenal communicator and the overall best electrician you would want doing work in your home. Tim is the electrician for you. If you get anyone else, you'll be sorry. Call Tim. You won't regret it. HE IS THE BEST OF THE BEST!"
Industrial Solar Project
Residental Generator Install
Residental Generator Install
Commercial Solar Project
Kitchen Remodel

+10

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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West Electric, LLC
4.8(
53
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Serving Broad Brook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Responsive to initial inquiry -sent a value quote on the install .Scheduled the appointment - on time polite and professional. Did a great job on the project explained the operation came in on quote. Will use their services in the future."
FINAL PROJECT / NICE AND CLEAN
IN WITH THE NEW SMART PANEL
OUT WITH THE OLD
CREW HARD AT WORK
EV Charger Install

+12

Response time2 days
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

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