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Ultimate Electric LLC

73-4352 Kapuahi St
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•Approved Pro

Ultimate Electric LLC

73-4352 Kapuahi St
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 local quotes requested

Aloha, Ultimate Electric is your full service electrical contractor. Our techs are professionally trained, licensed thru the state of Hawaii. No job is too small. We repair all major electrical problems from a receptacle, surge installation, or consultation on lighting we are here to help. Give us a try and have a Aloha Day

"Daniel was extremely responsive, positive from hearing description of my electric problem, offered same day assessment. Once he diagnosed the problem and described plan of treatment, I was able to relax. Daniel immediately searched for replacement materials and committed to fixing the next day. The new ceiling lights installed with damaged wiring replaced, and job done as promised. Text communication, receiving invoice by email, all made this a positive experience. Thank you for excellent, professional service! I highly recommend ultimate electric for any electrical services!"

Suzanne Z on July 2022

Aloha, Ultimate Electric is your full service electrical contractor. Our techs are professionally trained, licensed thru the state of Hawaii. No job is too small. We repair all major electrical problems from a receptacle, surge installation, or consultation on lighting we are here to help. Give us a try and have a Aloha Day

"Daniel was extremely responsive, positive from hearing description of my electric problem, offered same day assessment. Once he diagnosed the problem and described plan of treatment, I was able to relax. Daniel immediately searched for replacement materials and committed to fixing the next day. The new ceiling lights installed with damaged wiring replaced, and job done as promised. Text communication, receiving invoice by email, all made this a positive experience. Thank you for excellent, professional service! I highly recommend ultimate electric for any electrical services!"

Suzanne Z on July 2022

Olsen Electric LLC

16-2122 Lehua Dr
5.00(
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Olsen Electric LLC

16-2122 Lehua Dr
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Olsen Electric: Reputable electrical services provider in Big Island, Hawaii. We specialize in residential, commercial, and solar installations. Services include installations, upgrades, wiring, lighting, troubleshooting, home automation, and emergency repairs. Customized solutions for offices, retail stores, and buildings. Solar services include panel design, installation, battery storage, monitoring, maintenance, and incentives. Experienced electricians prioritize safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Contact us for reliable electrical and solar solutions in Big Island, Hawaii.

"great Kevin also installed my ring spotlight and helped me set it up - He also checked the solar panels and recommended a course of action to get them back online."

Donald A on August 2023

Olsen Electric: Reputable electrical services provider in Big Island, Hawaii. We specialize in residential, commercial, and solar installations. Services include installations, upgrades, wiring, lighting, troubleshooting, home automation, and emergency repairs. Customized solutions for offices, retail stores, and buildings. Solar services include panel design, installation, battery storage, monitoring, maintenance, and incentives. Experienced electricians prioritize safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Contact us for reliable electrical and solar solutions in Big Island, Hawaii.

"great Kevin also installed my ring spotlight and helped me set it up - He also checked the solar panels and recommended a course of action to get them back online."

Donald A on August 2023

HPM BUILDING SUPPLY

380 KANOELEHUA AVE
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HPM BUILDING SUPPLY

380 KANOELEHUA AVE
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Locally owned by its employees HPM Building Supply has 4 locations on the Big Island (Hilo, Keaau, Kona & Waimea) and 1 on Oahu (Campbell). Since 1921. Since starting out over 90 years ago as a small, family-owned Hilo lumber mill, HPM Building Supply—now 100-percent employee-owned—has grown to include three full-service building supply centers and four lumber yards on the Big Island. The company manufactures pre-engineered trusses and wall-panels, metal roofing and pre-hung doors, and treats its own lumber. From its Honolulu facility HPM also provides lumber, building supplies, home planning and custom metal roofing to O‘ahu, Maui and Kaua‘i.

Locally owned by its employees HPM Building Supply has 4 locations on the Big Island (Hilo, Keaau, Kona & Waimea) and 1 on Oahu (Campbell). Since 1921. Since starting out over 90 years ago as a small, family-owned Hilo lumber mill, HPM Building Supply—now 100-percent employee-owned—has grown to include three full-service building supply centers and four lumber yards on the Big Island. The company manufactures pre-engineered trusses and wall-panels, metal roofing and pre-hung doors, and treats its own lumber. From its Honolulu facility HPM also provides lumber, building supplies, home planning and custom metal roofing to O‘ahu, Maui and Kaua‘i.

My Classic Car Trader LLC

312 Prospect Ave
2.00(
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My Classic Car Trader LLC

312 Prospect Ave
2.00(
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53 years of experience

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020

Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, you shouldn’t use an extension cord to plug a generator directly into your home without using a transfer switch. That’s because systems like pumps and HVAC fans need a steady power source that might not be available directly from your generator alone. If you bypass the circuit breaker box, you risk damaging your electrical system, creating a risk of electrical fire or electrical shock to you or any workers repairing lines on your local electrical grid.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

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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