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CD Electric

38 Coppola Terrace
5.00(
4
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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
10 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.

"Wow! I couldn't be more thankful. If you are looking for an electrician. Look no further! He is truly amazing and very professional. He not only set up my chandelier and kitchen light. But also rewired mi bathroom and children's room. I was not charged a ridiculous amount or with any issues after the installation."

Gisel P on January 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.

"Wow! I couldn't be more thankful. If you are looking for an electrician. Look no further! He is truly amazing and very professional. He not only set up my chandelier and kitchen light. But also rewired mi bathroom and children's room. I was not charged a ridiculous amount or with any issues after the installation."

Gisel P on January 2024


Jennings Electric

1764 Main St.
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

Jennings Electric

1764 Main St.
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

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 the start to the 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.

"Highly recommend!! Peter was very professional and easy to work with. Came when he said he would and finished the job on time. He also returned after the installation was complete to make certain furnace was running well and to install a new CO2 monitor when he noticed mine was outdated."

Priscilla P on December 2022

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 the start to the 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.

"Highly recommend!! Peter was very professional and easy to work with. Came when he said he would and finished the job on time. He also returned after the installation was complete to make certain furnace was running well and to install a new CO2 monitor when he noticed mine was outdated."

Priscilla P on December 2022


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Handover Electric, LLC

35 Newton St., Apt. 3
5.00(
1
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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


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Extel Communications, Inc.

953 Tunxis Hill Road
4.96(
37
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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
17 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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W B Lightning Rods

560 Peoples Plaza Unit 234
4.93(
297
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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
246 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 **

"We replaced the original roof on our house. I expressed my concerns about re-installation of the lightening rods to my roofer. We have had at least three direct hits since they were originally installed in 2013. My roofer called William who was very helpful. William offered to come out an make sure everything was 100% after re-installation. He came the day after I called and I'm glad he did. While the reinstall was the best he had seen (his words) there were issues after 5 year and 3 strikes that needed addressed. He fixed those and now I have a new roof and I am certain the lightening rods will work as intended. Highly recommend this company."

Jeff W on April 2018

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 **

"We replaced the original roof on our house. I expressed my concerns about re-installation of the lightening rods to my roofer. We have had at least three direct hits since they were originally installed in 2013. My roofer called William who was very helpful. William offered to come out an make sure everything was 100% after re-installation. He came the day after I called and I'm glad he did. While the reinstall was the best he had seen (his words) there were issues after 5 year and 3 strikes that needed addressed. He fixed those and now I have a new roof and I am certain the lightening rods will work as intended. Highly recommend this company."

Jeff W on April 2018


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MB Electric

105 Spring Garden St
4.80(
5
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Approved Pro

MB Electric

105 Spring Garden St
4.80(
5
)
Approved Pro
22 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

MB Industries LLC 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.

"Very quick to respond, worked efficiently, but was taken back by add costs . $250 for coming to my house. $26 for Angi referral. To replace a circuit it was over $400. Too much"

Marion G on September 2025

MB Industries LLC 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.

"Very quick to respond, worked efficiently, but was taken back by add costs . $250 for coming to my house. $26 for Angi referral. To replace a circuit it was over $400. Too much"

Marion G on September 2025


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Wa/ve Sound and Security, LLC

32 Pleasant Street
4.93(
54
)
Approved Pro

Wa/ve Sound and Security, LLC

32 Pleasant Street
4.93(
54
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
33 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Founded in 2007, Wa/ve Sound and Security, LLC has evolved as an industry leader in providing innovative solutions for the security, entertainment, and productivity of our customers. Our focus is to educate the customer so they can make the most informed decision on the products they are looking to purchase. We maintain a clean work environment, cleanup is important to us - we strive to leave the work site better than how 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 evolved as an industry leader in providing innovative solutions for the security, entertainment, and productivity of our customers. Our focus is to educate the customer so they can make the most informed decision on the products they are looking to purchase. We maintain a clean work environment, cleanup is important to us - we strive to leave the work site better than how 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


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Synergy Smart Homes

20 Tuttle Place
No reviews yet

Synergy Smart Homes

20 Tuttle Place
No reviews yet
Free onsite estimate

At Synergy Smart Homes we specialize in all of your electrical needs including whole home backup generators, main service panel upgrades, lighting, and electrical repairs. With fast turnaround times, we look forward to meeting you and servicing your project! Call 860-222-0958 today or click for a free estimate.

At Synergy Smart Homes we specialize in all of your electrical needs including whole home backup generators, main service panel upgrades, lighting, and electrical repairs. With fast turnaround times, we look forward to meeting you and servicing your project! Call 860-222-0958 today or click for a free estimate.



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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

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.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

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