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Connection Electric LLC

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Connection Electric LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

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.

"Steven was professional, clean, timely and did a fantastic job of moving my ceiling fan and changing out my dining room fixture."

Gail D on September 2023

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.

"Steven was professional, clean, timely and did a fantastic job of moving my ceiling fan and changing out my dining room fixture."

Gail D on September 2023


Westmore TV

5.00(
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Westmore TV

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
69 years of experience

Westmore TV is a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience starting out in the NY & CT area. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a wide variety of audio/visual, networking,security cameras,lighting system integration and more. Our specialties are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in home theater and distributed audio work and a variety of related service and projects. 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!

"Vinny was very neat and meticulous in his work which is a priority for me. I was also impressed by his patience and through explanation of how everything worked. He helped set up and all of my A/V equipment and some cameras and walked me through how to use everything, I'd highly recommend him to anyone."

Lisa C on September 2018

Westmore TV is a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience starting out in the NY & CT area. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a wide variety of audio/visual, networking,security cameras,lighting system integration and more. Our specialties are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in home theater and distributed audio work and a variety of related service and projects. 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!

"Vinny was very neat and meticulous in his work which is a priority for me. I was also impressed by his patience and through explanation of how everything worked. He helped set up and all of my A/V equipment and some cameras and walked me through how to use everything, I'd highly recommend him to anyone."

Lisa C on September 2018


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Lakeland Electric, LLC

4.94(
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Lakeland Electric, LLC

4.94(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Here at Lakeland Electric, LLC we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Lakeland Electric out of Spirit Lake is AMAZING. They did our electrical in our shop & wired our hot tub as well!! We moved from that home & had to get our hot tub wired again & they were able to do the job within the week with no issues!! Definitely recommend this company for all electrical needs!"

Amy S on May 2021

Here at Lakeland Electric, LLC we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Lakeland Electric out of Spirit Lake is AMAZING. They did our electrical in our shop & wired our hot tub as well!! We moved from that home & had to get our hot tub wired again & they were able to do the job within the week with no issues!! Definitely recommend this company for all electrical needs!"

Amy S on May 2021


Millectric, Inc.

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Millectric, Inc.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Millectric Inc, 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 competent Helped get power from generator during winter storm walking me through what to do to get power Saved from freezing up Have horses that needed water from freezing Would recommend highly!!"

Bryan R on January 2024

Millectric Inc, 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 competent Helped get power from generator during winter storm walking me through what to do to get power Saved from freezing up Have horses that needed water from freezing Would recommend highly!!"

Bryan R on January 2024


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Media Controlled, LLC

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Media Controlled, LLC

4.92(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

With more than 30 years of experience, Media Controlled is your source for professionally engineered and custom-installed audio, video, and control systems. From the modest to the magnificent, we can handle all of the details from start to finish, creating the perfect system for your surroundings. Media Controlled is dedicated to providing the finest electronics products at an exceptional value with the installation experience and product knowledge to make your system easy to operate and user-friendly. We will strive to surpass our competitors and create an experience that establishes lifelong customer relationships through our passion for higher standards.

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Josh B on March 2024

With more than 30 years of experience, Media Controlled is your source for professionally engineered and custom-installed audio, video, and control systems. From the modest to the magnificent, we can handle all of the details from start to finish, creating the perfect system for your surroundings. Media Controlled is dedicated to providing the finest electronics products at an exceptional value with the installation experience and product knowledge to make your system easy to operate and user-friendly. We will strive to surpass our competitors and create an experience that establishes lifelong customer relationships through our passion for higher standards.

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Josh B on March 2024


"Stuart was able to get to my project very quickly. The work was done to perfection, cleaned up afterwards."

Donna B on May 2025

Scotty�s Electric Company is the best choice for your project. We have the expertise to do it right, and offer you the best customer care. Your satisfaction today is our reputation tomorrow!

"Stuart was able to get to my project very quickly. The work was done to perfection, cleaned up afterwards."

Donna B on May 2025


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Glacier Bay Electric, LLC

4.68(
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Glacier Bay Electric, LLC

4.68(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

I, owner Roy Woodrum, have been an electrician for over 34 years. 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!

"I'm not writing a poor review and giving a low star rating due to work quality. The wiring is very neat and orderly, everything looks great. The problem was getting anything done in the first place. When a tradesman takes a job, it entails getting the job done in a timely manner. A work ethic of not showing up until 10 or later in the morning and then leaving early, or not even showing up at all on a fairly regular basis, just doesn't cut it. It shouldn't take weeks to get half the job done on a house wiring install! If you're not on a schedule, then Glacier Bay does quality work, it'll just take a while. If you're on a schedule, expect to be angry and frustrated constantly with the lack of progress."

Lee C on November 2018

I, owner Roy Woodrum, have been an electrician for over 34 years. 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!

"I'm not writing a poor review and giving a low star rating due to work quality. The wiring is very neat and orderly, everything looks great. The problem was getting anything done in the first place. When a tradesman takes a job, it entails getting the job done in a timely manner. A work ethic of not showing up until 10 or later in the morning and then leaving early, or not even showing up at all on a fairly regular basis, just doesn't cut it. It shouldn't take weeks to get half the job done on a house wiring install! If you're not on a schedule, then Glacier Bay does quality work, it'll just take a while. If you're on a schedule, expect to be angry and frustrated constantly with the lack of progress."

Lee C on November 2018


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T&S Electric

5.00(
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T&S Electric

5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

T&S Electric 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.

"Weâ d was quick to reply, it had only been minutes before I heard back from someone. He was friendly, very customer centric, and the project was difficult but he got it done in a timely fashion. Would definitely hire him again and he has our stamp of approval. Thanks Wes!!!"

Michelle B on May 2023

T&S Electric 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.

"Weâ d was quick to reply, it had only been minutes before I heard back from someone. He was friendly, very customer centric, and the project was difficult but he got it done in a timely fashion. Would definitely hire him again and he has our stamp of approval. Thanks Wes!!!"

Michelle B on May 2023


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Panhandle Power LLC

5.00(
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Panhandle Power LLC

5.00(
4
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27 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Panhandle Power 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.

"I lost power to about have of my house. Talked to a few coworkers and they told me to reach out to Panhandle Power. Got in touch Konnor, who got me in the following day. Was in and out in just under an hour, and only charged me for a service fee. Knowledgeable and courteous, highly recommended!"

Ian _ on May 2025

Panhandle Power 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.

"I lost power to about have of my house. Talked to a few coworkers and they told me to reach out to Panhandle Power. Got in touch Konnor, who got me in the following day. Was in and out in just under an hour, and only charged me for a service fee. Knowledgeable and courteous, highly recommended!"

Ian _ on May 2025


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Comfort Heating, Cooling and Electrical

5.00(
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Comfort Heating, Cooling and Electrical

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
18 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

Locally owned and locally trusted for over 30 years, Comfort Heating, Cooling & Electrical has provided the highest quality equipment and customer service to Post Falls, Idaho, Coeur d'Alene, Spokane and the surrounding areas. First and foremost, we promise to treat our customers fairly with integrity and complete honesty. We will always provide our customers with quality service and installations at a fair price. Finally we will do everything in our power to ensure that you are 100% satisfied with our work and customer service. That is a total comfort promise!

"The ladies at the office were courteous and professional. Jennifer sent a picture of the person who would be coming to my home; Brad Johnson a Senior Service Technician! I only needed an inspection of my old furnace that was making a strange noise and taking a long time to kick on. He checked it thoroughly, reassured me that it was working, and vacuumed it out. He took the time to answer all my questions; he was friendly. The quirks of the furnace were just 'the nature of the beast,' (my add.). I found a company who's people that I can trust! It was worth every bit of money I paid. They all earned it! Thank you."

KAHNA E on January 2025

Locally owned and locally trusted for over 30 years, Comfort Heating, Cooling & Electrical has provided the highest quality equipment and customer service to Post Falls, Idaho, Coeur d'Alene, Spokane and the surrounding areas. First and foremost, we promise to treat our customers fairly with integrity and complete honesty. We will always provide our customers with quality service and installations at a fair price. Finally we will do everything in our power to ensure that you are 100% satisfied with our work and customer service. That is a total comfort promise!

"The ladies at the office were courteous and professional. Jennifer sent a picture of the person who would be coming to my home; Brad Johnson a Senior Service Technician! I only needed an inspection of my old furnace that was making a strange noise and taking a long time to kick on. He checked it thoroughly, reassured me that it was working, and vacuumed it out. He took the time to answer all my questions; he was friendly. The quirks of the furnace were just 'the nature of the beast,' (my add.). I found a company who's people that I can trust! It was worth every bit of money I paid. They all earned it! Thank you."

KAHNA E on January 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

The typical cost of a home generator is around $5,000, but prices range from $400 up to $13,000, depending on a few factors. The most significant cost factor is the generator size, as larger generators that can support more square footage usually cost more. You can install an emergency backup generator for between $500 and $2,000 or a partial-home generator for between $2,000 and $6,500. Whole-home generators usually total between $5,000 and $13,000, with some models climbing as high as $18,000.

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. 

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