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Avatar for HARP Home Services LLC
HARP Home Services LLC
863 Marshall Phelps Rd
4.57(
444
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Approved Pro
HARP Home Services LLC
863 Marshall Phelps Rd
4.57(
444
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
192 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

We joined Angie's List in August of 2007 and have earned their Super Service Award every year since 2009 when they started that program. HARP Home Services, LLC is here to take care of all your heating and air conditioning needs. Whether you are looking for a free quote on a new central air conditioning system or are ready to install radiant floor heating or a new boiler for those chilly winter months, we're just a phone call (or e-mail) away. Residential & Commercial.

"This is the latest after HARP has been out to try and fix an AC system they installed. Mind you 4 different technicians have been to the property and none seem to have been informed on the repair or what it would take to fix it. I had another AC company come out an inspect the unit HAAP installed. This is what the report stated: ent to look at heat pump system in the apartment. Outside I found the condenser line set to be kinked, uninsulated, the wrong size and the system to already have dye added to the system so someone has tried to leak check the system. The problem with the dye is that it should never be used in a system because it contaminates the refrigerant and the oil in the unit, these actions have taken years off the operation of the unit. Inside starting at the thermostat to be wired incorrectly which may be a leading cause to why the system is running incorrectly. Also found that part of the ductwork was cut out of the way by the previous company and they did not put the duct work back together and in fact just covered the whole on the end of the duct. The line-set is wrong as it is suppose to be 3/8 3/4 line-set and it is only 1/4 1/2 line-set which leads to less life of the system and improper running of the system. In order to fix the system we would have to reclaim any refrigerant from the system and then un do the brazed connections, run line hide, drill out the building pull new thermostat wire and a new line-set between the two units, braze pull a vacuum, charge the system and then re wire the system. Also this would not insure proper running of the system because the system has already been damaged from the improper installation Task # EHR-100 RRL-160 RRL-170 LNS-110 LST-100 Description Rewire Low and/or High Voltage - Indoor Equipment : - Sometimes, an event occurs which may damage the wiring to a component in your system. There are two types: high-voltage (running motors, for example) and low voltage (usually running indoor thermostats). Repairing the damaged wiring will allow voltage to operate inside of the indoor unit. Add Initial lb of R-410A Refrigerant : - The refrigerant system is a "closed-loop system" meaning that it does not require being "topped off" like a gas tank. In fact, in most cases, the refrigerant in the system will actually last longer than the system. If the system requires additional refrigerant to be added, it usually means there is a leak in the system. It is important that the leak is located and repaired before the refrigerant is added. This is for the initial pound of refrigerant in order to start diagnosing the system, however, more may be necessary. Add R-410A Refrigerant Each Additional lb : Additional refrigerant was necessary. Refrigerant Handling Lineset - 50 Foot : The lineset is the copper tubing that connects the indoor coil for the air conditioning unit to the outdoor condensing unit. Sometimes it is possible to re-use an existing lineset. We recommend replacing the lineset where accessible. In some situations when the old unit fails it can contaminate the tubing. Reconnecting the tubing to a new system can shorten the life of the equipment. Repair Line Set : - If the line set is leaking refrigerant or has other issues, such as a kink in the line, repair may be an option, instead of replacement. includes pump down of system, pressure test, vacuum and testing the system. additional refrigerant NOT included. No one from HARP will return my calls at this point. My next step is to take them to Court to get my money back and find a reputable AC company that can perform the work and actually have technicians that know what they are doing. AVOID THIS COMPANY AT ALL cost. They are rip off artist."

Rodney J on July 2023

We joined Angie's List in August of 2007 and have earned their Super Service Award every year since 2009 when they started that program. HARP Home Services, LLC is here to take care of all your heating and air conditioning needs. Whether you are looking for a free quote on a new central air conditioning system or are ready to install radiant floor heating or a new boiler for those chilly winter months, we're just a phone call (or e-mail) away. Residential & Commercial.

"This is the latest after HARP has been out to try and fix an AC system they installed. Mind you 4 different technicians have been to the property and none seem to have been informed on the repair or what it would take to fix it. I had another AC company come out an inspect the unit HAAP installed. This is what the report stated: ent to look at heat pump system in the apartment. Outside I found the condenser line set to be kinked, uninsulated, the wrong size and the system to already have dye added to the system so someone has tried to leak check the system. The problem with the dye is that it should never be used in a system because it contaminates the refrigerant and the oil in the unit, these actions have taken years off the operation of the unit. Inside starting at the thermostat to be wired incorrectly which may be a leading cause to why the system is running incorrectly. Also found that part of the ductwork was cut out of the way by the previous company and they did not put the duct work back together and in fact just covered the whole on the end of the duct. The line-set is wrong as it is suppose to be 3/8 3/4 line-set and it is only 1/4 1/2 line-set which leads to less life of the system and improper running of the system. In order to fix the system we would have to reclaim any refrigerant from the system and then un do the brazed connections, run line hide, drill out the building pull new thermostat wire and a new line-set between the two units, braze pull a vacuum, charge the system and then re wire the system. Also this would not insure proper running of the system because the system has already been damaged from the improper installation Task # EHR-100 RRL-160 RRL-170 LNS-110 LST-100 Description Rewire Low and/or High Voltage - Indoor Equipment : - Sometimes, an event occurs which may damage the wiring to a component in your system. There are two types: high-voltage (running motors, for example) and low voltage (usually running indoor thermostats). Repairing the damaged wiring will allow voltage to operate inside of the indoor unit. Add Initial lb of R-410A Refrigerant : - The refrigerant system is a "closed-loop system" meaning that it does not require being "topped off" like a gas tank. In fact, in most cases, the refrigerant in the system will actually last longer than the system. If the system requires additional refrigerant to be added, it usually means there is a leak in the system. It is important that the leak is located and repaired before the refrigerant is added. This is for the initial pound of refrigerant in order to start diagnosing the system, however, more may be necessary. Add R-410A Refrigerant Each Additional lb : Additional refrigerant was necessary. Refrigerant Handling Lineset - 50 Foot : The lineset is the copper tubing that connects the indoor coil for the air conditioning unit to the outdoor condensing unit. Sometimes it is possible to re-use an existing lineset. We recommend replacing the lineset where accessible. In some situations when the old unit fails it can contaminate the tubing. Reconnecting the tubing to a new system can shorten the life of the equipment. Repair Line Set : - If the line set is leaking refrigerant or has other issues, such as a kink in the line, repair may be an option, instead of replacement. includes pump down of system, pressure test, vacuum and testing the system. additional refrigerant NOT included. No one from HARP will return my calls at this point. My next step is to take them to Court to get my money back and find a reputable AC company that can perform the work and actually have technicians that know what they are doing. AVOID THIS COMPANY AT ALL cost. They are rip off artist."

Rodney J on July 2023


Avatar for MGT Electrical Services inc
MGT Electrical Services inc
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
MGT Electrical Services inc
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
123 local quotes requested

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"It went very well. He said it would take about 5-6 hours, the job was done in three hours. Great comunication. Very happy with the work and outcome. They cleaned up very good when done. I will be calling them again to drop a few more line for me soon."

Richard N on August 2024

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"It went very well. He said it would take about 5-6 hours, the job was done in three hours. Great comunication. Very happy with the work and outcome. They cleaned up very good when done. I will be calling them again to drop a few more line for me soon."

Richard N on August 2024


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Power Shield LLC
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Power Shield LLC
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
43 local quotes requested

Power Shield LLC is locally owned and operated providing all types of general electrical services. We are a true One-Stop Electrical service! Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

"The installer was knowledgeable and prompt."

Harold B on April 2024

Power Shield LLC is locally owned and operated providing all types of general electrical services. We are a true One-Stop Electrical service! Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

"The installer was knowledgeable and prompt."

Harold B on April 2024


Avatar for CD Electric
CD Electric
38 Coppola Terrace
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
CD Electric
38 Coppola Terrace
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

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
144 Mary Ellen Drive
4.76(
34
)
Approved Pro
Candido Electric, LLC
144 Mary Ellen Drive
4.76(
34
)
Approved Pro
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


Avatar for Handover Electric, LLC
Handover Electric, LLC
35 Newton St., Apt. 3
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Handover Electric, LLC
35 Newton St., Apt. 3
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
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


Avatar for Extel Communications, Inc.
Extel Communications, Inc.
953 Tunxis Hill Road
4.96(
37
)
Approved Pro
Extel Communications, Inc.
953 Tunxis Hill Road
4.96(
37
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 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


Avatar for W B Lightning Rods
W B Lightning Rods
560 Peoples Plaza Unit 234
4.93(
297
)
Approved Pro
W B Lightning Rods
560 Peoples Plaza Unit 234
4.93(
297
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
141 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


Avatar for West Electric, LLC
West Electric, LLC
49 Cherry Street
4.88(
45
)
Approved Pro
West Electric, LLC
49 Cherry Street
4.88(
45
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
58 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 was tremendous. They were on time and fast and they followed up with the building inspector"

Tim M on November 2024

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 was tremendous. They were on time and fast and they followed up with the building inspector"

Tim M on November 2024


Gary C Fisher
12 Wildwood Avenue
4.77(
11
)
Approved Pro
Gary C Fisher
12 Wildwood Avenue
4.77(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I am certain you can't find a more skilled, honest and fair electrician and tradesman than Gary Fisher and his team is wonderful. I received a quote from another electrician for over $20,000. Gary and his team actually did more work from me at about a third of that $20,000 price I got from a different electrician."

Patrick B on August 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I am certain you can't find a more skilled, honest and fair electrician and tradesman than Gary Fisher and his team is wonderful. I received a quote from another electrician for over $20,000. Gary and his team actually did more work from me at about a third of that $20,000 price I got from a different electrician."

Patrick B on August 2024

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Generator installations FAQs

Installing a whole-house generator costs about $5,000 on average. Prices range from $1,550 to $8,500, depending on size, brand, fuel type, and assembly. The size of your whole-house generator is the most significant cost factor, with large homes with high energy demands costing the most to power. Types of whole-home generators include:

  • Portable generators with 1kW–7.5kW capacity: $500–$2,000

  • Partial generators with 9kW–20kW capacity: $2,000–$6,300

  • Whole-house generators with 22kW–48kW: $5,000–$18,000

When maintained properly, a whole-house generator can last up to 20 years. Costs to maintain and repair generators vary by location and type of generator, but you can expect to pay about $150 to $300 per year for annual generator maintenance checks. An experienced generator service technician will inspect your generator’s engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels to keep your generator in good working condition for as long as possible.

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. 

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

The value of installing a whole-house generator is that your home has guaranteed power, even if the power grid in your area is down. Whether a whole-house generator is worth installing in your home depends on how often you use it, your home’s location, and your lifestyle. For example, installing a whole-house generator is likely worth it if you:

  • Experience frequent or prolonged power outages

  • Work from home

  • Store a lot of cold food

  • Have a sump pump

  • Have a pump for well water

  • Use electronic medical devices

  • Live in a climate requiring heating or cooling

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