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Extel Communications, Inc.

4.96(
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Extel Communications, Inc.

4.96(
37
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 years of experience

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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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
297
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

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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Power Forward LLC

4.91(
23
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Power Forward LLC

4.91(
23
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

Serving Shoreline Connecticut for 15 years, Power Forward offers a level of service to match the quality of the area. We understand that we are not working on a house, we are working in your home. By staying up to date with the rapidly advancing technology in the trade, Power Forward provides the latest in design and energy efficiency. With our experience in southern New England which boasts some of the oldest homes in the country, Power Forward has the unique ability to efficiently troubleshoot antiquated electrical systems or can seamlessly integrate the latest technology with your vintage home.

"Great. The tech was fantastic"

John F on April 2024

Serving Shoreline Connecticut for 15 years, Power Forward offers a level of service to match the quality of the area. We understand that we are not working on a house, we are working in your home. By staying up to date with the rapidly advancing technology in the trade, Power Forward provides the latest in design and energy efficiency. With our experience in southern New England which boasts some of the oldest homes in the country, Power Forward has the unique ability to efficiently troubleshoot antiquated electrical systems or can seamlessly integrate the latest technology with your vintage home.

"Great. The tech was fantastic"

John F on April 2024


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West Electric, LLC

4.89(
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West Electric, LLC

4.89(
46
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

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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Power Forward, LLC

4.92(
18
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Power Forward, LLC

4.92(
18
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

203.508.3509 At Power Forward LLC, we take great pride in our 15 years of electric 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. Call today!

"I have found my forever electricians (at least while I live in the New Haven area)! From start to finish my experience with Power Forward was an absolute pleasure. Company owner, Ian, was responsive, punctual, and incredibly informative when it came to walking me through the details of the scope of work I was requesting, and was thoroughly transparent and fairly priced when it came to his estimate. Once we accepted the quote, scheduling with Morgan was easy and efficient, and Chris arrived onsite within a day of me accepting the estimate. Chris was a consummate professional, a super clean worker when it came to caring for our house and the cleanliness of his cable paths, and was truly dedicated to doing the job â the right wayâ not just the easy and cheap way. He took his time and planned his cable runs and circuiting carefully to ensure both minimal cutting into our walls and convenient receptacle placement. Once he was finished, he took care to clean every area heâ d worked in and probably left some of the rooms cleaner than when he arrived! I would recommend Ian and Power Forward to anyone who appreciates work that is done with care, safe, and efficient. I think you get what you pay for when it comes to hiring trade professionals, and electricity is not something you want to cut corners with: hire Ian and his team, and have it done right and safe the first time."

Tyler S on March 2022

203.508.3509 At Power Forward LLC, we take great pride in our 15 years of electric 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. Call today!

"I have found my forever electricians (at least while I live in the New Haven area)! From start to finish my experience with Power Forward was an absolute pleasure. Company owner, Ian, was responsive, punctual, and incredibly informative when it came to walking me through the details of the scope of work I was requesting, and was thoroughly transparent and fairly priced when it came to his estimate. Once we accepted the quote, scheduling with Morgan was easy and efficient, and Chris arrived onsite within a day of me accepting the estimate. Chris was a consummate professional, a super clean worker when it came to caring for our house and the cleanliness of his cable paths, and was truly dedicated to doing the job â the right wayâ not just the easy and cheap way. He took his time and planned his cable runs and circuiting carefully to ensure both minimal cutting into our walls and convenient receptacle placement. Once he was finished, he took care to clean every area heâ d worked in and probably left some of the rooms cleaner than when he arrived! I would recommend Ian and Power Forward to anyone who appreciates work that is done with care, safe, and efficient. I think you get what you pay for when it comes to hiring trade professionals, and electricity is not something you want to cut corners with: hire Ian and his team, and have it done right and safe the first time."

Tyler S on March 2022


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Wa/ve Sound and Security, LLC

4.93(
54
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Wa/ve Sound and Security, LLC

4.93(
54
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
19 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Founded in 2007, Wa/ve Sound and Security, LLC has grown into a trusted provider of innovative solutions for security, entertainment, and productivity. We prioritize educating our clients so they can make informed decisions about the systems they invest in. Our team takes pride in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, always striving to leave each job site better than we found it.

"Wes did an amazing job getting our dental practice music back up and running after a power surge took it out. His prompt attention brought the morality back up in the office while treating the patients. He was extremely communicative throughout the whole process. Thank you Wes!"

Samantha V on March 2025

Founded in 2007, Wa/ve Sound and Security, LLC has grown into a trusted provider of innovative solutions for security, entertainment, and productivity. We prioritize educating our clients so they can make informed decisions about the systems they invest in. Our team takes pride in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, always striving to leave each job site better than we found it.

"Wes did an amazing job getting our dental practice music back up and running after a power surge took it out. His prompt attention brought the morality back up in the office while treating the patients. He was extremely communicative throughout the whole process. Thank you Wes!"

Samantha V on March 2025


CAG Electrical Co., Inc.

4.92(
25
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CAG Electrical Co., Inc.

4.92(
25
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
42 years of experience

CAG Electrical Co, Inc. has been exceeding customer expectations since 1984. All work is performed by American citizens, the American way, by employees who cherish the American way of life. There is so much CAG Electrical Company, Inc. can do for you.

"I had lost power in part of my kitchen. Because of it being the 4th of July weekend I couldn't get anyone to come out. I contacted CAG and one of the owner's, Anthony, he came out within a haul an hour AND on a SATURDAY! He came went up and down the stairs to check the fuse box several times, made the assessment and told me what the problem was, then gave me the option of hiring someone else, BUT, because he came on a SATURDAY, you already know! Anyway, he came back a week later, with Rick, and his assistant and they went right to work. Oh, and they also put in an overhead light that he said that I really needed, at NO CHARGE! They were really professional, cleaned up all debris."

vanessa s on July 2021

CAG Electrical Co, Inc. has been exceeding customer expectations since 1984. All work is performed by American citizens, the American way, by employees who cherish the American way of life. There is so much CAG Electrical Company, Inc. can do for you.

"I had lost power in part of my kitchen. Because of it being the 4th of July weekend I couldn't get anyone to come out. I contacted CAG and one of the owner's, Anthony, he came out within a haul an hour AND on a SATURDAY! He came went up and down the stairs to check the fuse box several times, made the assessment and told me what the problem was, then gave me the option of hiring someone else, BUT, because he came on a SATURDAY, you already know! Anyway, he came back a week later, with Rick, and his assistant and they went right to work. Oh, and they also put in an overhead light that he said that I really needed, at NO CHARGE! They were really professional, cleaned up all debris."

vanessa s on July 2021


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Mikell Electric

4.71(
26
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Mikell Electric

4.71(
26
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Customers say: Quality work
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Mikell Electric is a smaller company located in Bethel, CT. The young owner, Spencer, prides himself in providing quality electrical work for an affordable price. We cover anything commercial or residential. From service and emergency calls to wiring your dream home or a new restaurant, we have you covered. We also are a Generac Generator dealer for any of your backup power needs. Call or text our office at 203-220-8867 or email us at [email protected] to schedule a visit or a free estimate!

"Friday April 25 - company reached out after appointment starting time that they were no longer available and needed to reschedule Wednesday April 30 - company late for appointment Friday May 9th - company rescheduled installation date Wednesday May 14th - company rescheduled installation date again Saturday May 16th - company reached out at appointment starting time to reschedule Saturday May 16th - after we voiced our frustration with the above, company indicated with 40 minutes advance notice that they may not be able to make appt Saturday May 16th - company no-showed the time they suggested. We are unable to get in touch with company. Despite the company having read receipt functionality turned on, we did not receive a response after they read our message asking if anyone was coming so we could plan our Saturday accordingly "

Spencer F on May 2025

Mikell Electric is a smaller company located in Bethel, CT. The young owner, Spencer, prides himself in providing quality electrical work for an affordable price. We cover anything commercial or residential. From service and emergency calls to wiring your dream home or a new restaurant, we have you covered. We also are a Generac Generator dealer for any of your backup power needs. Call or text our office at 203-220-8867 or email us at [email protected] to schedule a visit or a free estimate!

"Friday April 25 - company reached out after appointment starting time that they were no longer available and needed to reschedule Wednesday April 30 - company late for appointment Friday May 9th - company rescheduled installation date Wednesday May 14th - company rescheduled installation date again Saturday May 16th - company reached out at appointment starting time to reschedule Saturday May 16th - after we voiced our frustration with the above, company indicated with 40 minutes advance notice that they may not be able to make appt Saturday May 16th - company no-showed the time they suggested. We are unable to get in touch with company. Despite the company having read receipt functionality turned on, we did not receive a response after they read our message asking if anyone was coming so we could plan our Saturday accordingly "

Spencer F on May 2025


Jhon's Electric

4.70(
10
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Jhon's Electric

4.70(
10
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Customers say: Terrific value
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"Good experience. Jhon was able to troubleshoot the problem, charged a fair price, was professional and polite."

Lorna S on October 2025

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!

"Good experience. Jhon was able to troubleshoot the problem, charged a fair price, was professional and polite."

Lorna S on October 2025


Electrical Connection, Inc.

4.89(
14
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Electrical Connection, Inc.

4.89(
14
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Electrical Connection, Inc., is a central Connecticut based full service electrical contractor with over 27 years of experience. Our large staff of licensed skilled electricians and a fleet of over 17 fully equipped vans are available to you 24/7. Electrical Connection, Inc., takes pride in offering quality service to the entire state of Connecticut.

"Electrical Connection did great job. They were were efficient and proficient and reasonably priced."

Veronica P on July 2016

Electrical Connection, Inc., is a central Connecticut based full service electrical contractor with over 27 years of experience. Our large staff of licensed skilled electricians and a fleet of over 17 fully equipped vans are available to you 24/7. Electrical Connection, Inc., takes pride in offering quality service to the entire state of Connecticut.

"Electrical Connection did great job. They were were efficient and proficient and reasonably priced."

Veronica P on July 2016

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes. You can connect your home back-up battery to a generator with its designated charger. Be sure that the output of the generator matches the input requirements for the battery for best results.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

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