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Element Electric, LLC

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Element Electric, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

Element Electric is a licensed and insured locally, Veteran owned electrical contractor based out of Marion, IA. We have over two decades in the electrical business; residential and commercial and several years of experience working in the solar industry. We pride ourselves on our honesty, reliability and our craftsmanship. You will find that we put our customers first! We serve the Eastern Iowa area and have vast knowledge in residential, commercial and the solar industry. Call us for your next job!

"The installation went great and the person who came by was great and courteous."

Mike O on April 2025

Element Electric is a licensed and insured locally, Veteran owned electrical contractor based out of Marion, IA. We have over two decades in the electrical business; residential and commercial and several years of experience working in the solar industry. We pride ourselves on our honesty, reliability and our craftsmanship. You will find that we put our customers first! We serve the Eastern Iowa area and have vast knowledge in residential, commercial and the solar industry. Call us for your next job!

"The installation went great and the person who came by was great and courteous."

Mike O on April 2025


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B&L Electric, LLC

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B&L Electric, LLC

4.88(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 local quotes requested

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 fast service. In and out quickly."

Sean J on May 2024

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 fast service. In and out quickly."

Sean J on May 2024


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WireOne, LLC

4.46(
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WireOne, LLC

4.46(
105
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 local quotes requested

When you are looking for professional top level electrical services, WireOne is here standing by to help. Our team of experts has the experience and training to handle all of your electrical needs from diagnosis to repairs. Our dedication to our customers is apparent in every job we take, as we always make sure all of your worries and concerns are covered. We back this up with a true written 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Call your trusted electrician today if you're in need of any electrical services handled with proficiency and care 24 hours a day seven days a week.

"Wireone states they give you qoute before the service. When I asked how much GFCI outlet change would cost, call center agent gave me $ 69. Turns out this was just for sending an electrician and the price was $227. I don't think this was electrian's fault but be wary of wireone's deceptive marketing practice."

Sanggyu B on March 2025

When you are looking for professional top level electrical services, WireOne is here standing by to help. Our team of experts has the experience and training to handle all of your electrical needs from diagnosis to repairs. Our dedication to our customers is apparent in every job we take, as we always make sure all of your worries and concerns are covered. We back this up with a true written 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Call your trusted electrician today if you're in need of any electrical services handled with proficiency and care 24 hours a day seven days a week.

"Wireone states they give you qoute before the service. When I asked how much GFCI outlet change would cost, call center agent gave me $ 69. Turns out this was just for sending an electrician and the price was $227. I don't think this was electrian's fault but be wary of wireone's deceptive marketing practice."

Sanggyu B on March 2025


Dan's Affordable Electric, LLC

4.67(
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Dan's Affordable Electric, LLC

4.67(
86
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

Dan's Affordable Electric, LLC, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Dan and his crew did a complete rewire on our home we moved to our out of town property, they were fast , efficient and friendly, the project was made so much easier because of them, would highly recommend them"

Jeremy R on February 2025

Dan's Affordable Electric, LLC, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Dan and his crew did a complete rewire on our home we moved to our out of town property, they were fast , efficient and friendly, the project was made so much easier because of them, would highly recommend them"

Jeremy R on February 2025


Kevin's Electric

4.95(
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Kevin's Electric

4.95(
43
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 local quotes requested

Kevin's Electric 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, with over 35 years of experience, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Knowledgeable and experienced. Got the job completed in a timely fashion. Satisfied customer."

Erik H on May 2025

Kevin's Electric 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, with over 35 years of experience, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Knowledgeable and experienced. Got the job completed in a timely fashion. Satisfied customer."

Erik H on May 2025


Dependable Electric, Inc.

4.75(
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Dependable Electric, Inc.

4.75(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

At Dependable Electric, Inc., we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer 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.

"Very good experience"

Hugh W on October 2021

At Dependable Electric, Inc., we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer 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.

"Very good experience"

Hugh W on October 2021


"Ricks Electric did an amazing job getting my power back on I had a fuse box catch fire and had to have a whole new box installed as well as everything outside. He was able to get everything wired in the new box and I have full power now. If anyone needs a dedicated electrician use Ricks electric out of Washington ia"

Jessica A on August 2025

Electrical service upgrades Solar Ev chargers Repair work remodels Emergency service Panel changes Lighting upgrades Family owned business with over 20 years of experience.

"Ricks Electric did an amazing job getting my power back on I had a fuse box catch fire and had to have a whole new box installed as well as everything outside. He was able to get everything wired in the new box and I have full power now. If anyone needs a dedicated electrician use Ricks electric out of Washington ia"

Jessica A on August 2025


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custom electrical services

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custom electrical services

4.86(
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Customers say: Quality work
20 years of experience

Custom Electrical Services is central Iowa's residential electrical experts! Our team of highly qualified electricians can help with all electrical services in your home or business. All of our electricians possess years of on-the-job experience. You can rest easy, because your electrical job will be in the best and most skilled hands that it can be. Our electricians are drug tested and background checked. We warranty and stand behind our work! When you residential or commercial project you need help on, look no further Custom Electrical Services is here to help! Our team of highly trained professionals will help you every step of the way. We can be reached on the web at www.CustomElectricalia.com or by phone 24/7 at 515-669-3418.

"The work was done well and in a little over an hour. However, the price was $750, and I paid it only because I was short on time and didn't have an advance estimate. The material cost of the service could not have been more than a $100--I checked--so I paid $650 for labor and overhead. That's far too much, but I had my back to a wall. The reason it was so expensive is because they charge based on a flat fee, e.g., $150 a GFCI breaker, which is already high, but most mundane tasks don't take very much time and such a breaker shouldn't cost more than $30 retail. There is absolutely no excuse for those prices; it's price-gouging."

Jason H on June 2019

Custom Electrical Services is central Iowa's residential electrical experts! Our team of highly qualified electricians can help with all electrical services in your home or business. All of our electricians possess years of on-the-job experience. You can rest easy, because your electrical job will be in the best and most skilled hands that it can be. Our electricians are drug tested and background checked. We warranty and stand behind our work! When you residential or commercial project you need help on, look no further Custom Electrical Services is here to help! Our team of highly trained professionals will help you every step of the way. We can be reached on the web at www.CustomElectricalia.com or by phone 24/7 at 515-669-3418.

"The work was done well and in a little over an hour. However, the price was $750, and I paid it only because I was short on time and didn't have an advance estimate. The material cost of the service could not have been more than a $100--I checked--so I paid $650 for labor and overhead. That's far too much, but I had my back to a wall. The reason it was so expensive is because they charge based on a flat fee, e.g., $150 a GFCI breaker, which is already high, but most mundane tasks don't take very much time and such a breaker shouldn't cost more than $30 retail. There is absolutely no excuse for those prices; it's price-gouging."

Jason H on June 2019



Olde Town Roofing

3.67(
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Olde Town Roofing

3.67(
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Customers say: Quality work
21 years of experience

We are a general contractor that serves Iowa and Illinois. If you can think it, we will figure out a way to create it for you at an honest price and great customer service. We have several financing options available for almost every type of credit risk. We offer several promotions throughout the year for both product and financing.

"Failed to show up on agreed upon work date due to overbooking. Bid vinyl for an aluminum replacement, then was unresponsive about bidding aluminum. When we decided to go elsewhere, six months later they sent us an invoice for an additional, arbitrary $3k for work not performed. We disputed the invoice and never heard back until we got another invoice another seven months later seeking double the original amount including monthly interest and an ‘overhead & profit’ fee."

CRAIG M on November 2024

We are a general contractor that serves Iowa and Illinois. If you can think it, we will figure out a way to create it for you at an honest price and great customer service. We have several financing options available for almost every type of credit risk. We offer several promotions throughout the year for both product and financing.

"Failed to show up on agreed upon work date due to overbooking. Bid vinyl for an aluminum replacement, then was unresponsive about bidding aluminum. When we decided to go elsewhere, six months later they sent us an invoice for an additional, arbitrary $3k for work not performed. We disputed the invoice and never heard back until we got another invoice another seven months later seeking double the original amount including monthly interest and an ‘overhead & profit’ fee."

CRAIG M on November 2024

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

Generator size requirements vary wildly among properties, but typical generator sizes are listed below based on home square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20kW+

Unfortunately, home square footage isn’t always a good indicator of generator size requirements. Instead, you should call in a professional to discuss which items in your home you’d like to run via your generator. They can calculate peak and average consumption for those items and then size your generator appropriately for optimal performance.

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.

The Coralville, IA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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