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SmartTek Success

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SmartTek Success

4.95(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

I am a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were my own. I offer a variety of services such as Starlink installation, LoRaWAN antenna installation, TV antenna installation, roof heat tape, security cameras and home and business wired/wireless networking solutions that are customizable to each individual project. You will find me to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that I am involved with. I look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction, give me a call! 815-355-7956

"He did a great shop installing multiple antennas for my new Ham Radio Shack! I would highly recommend SmartTek."

Robert B on October 2025

I am a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were my own. I offer a variety of services such as Starlink installation, LoRaWAN antenna installation, TV antenna installation, roof heat tape, security cameras and home and business wired/wireless networking solutions that are customizable to each individual project. You will find me to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that I am involved with. I look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction, give me a call! 815-355-7956

"He did a great shop installing multiple antennas for my new Ham Radio Shack! I would highly recommend SmartTek."

Robert B on October 2025

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Scott Nelson Electric Inc

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Scott Nelson Electric Inc

4.91(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

My name is Scott Nelson. My company is called "SCOTT NELSON ELECTRIC" because I want my own name to be on every job we do. I have been in the electrical trade for over 35 years. I went to trade school school through "Associated Builders and Contractors Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program"(A.B.C.)shortly after completing high school. I am noticed by the "National Bureau of Apprenticeship Training"(N.B.A.T.)as a Journeyman Electrician. I worked for 14yrs. with contractors from the north shore, NW suburbs, and northern Illinois. "QUALITY ELECTRICAL REPAIRS & INSTALLATIONS" is the best way to explain our service. We believe that being "neat & tidy" is one of the best ways of showing how much we respect our customers and their homes. Our goal is 100% customer satisfaction.

"Nelson Electric is the best electrical contractor I’ve used in my thirty-eight years of owning and updating my homes. It is difficult to find an excellent contractor who is willing to take on a major remodeling project in old construction, and who handles it efficiently, cost-effectively, and with perfection. This time we were remodeling a 110 year-old bathroom. When we got down to the studs, joists, and rafters, the plans were worthless because of all the surprises. Unphased, the crew was able to trace every hidden wire to destination and source, re-route them as needed, install a new, larger, circuit breaker box, pull wire through neatly, clearly identify and label everything, and finish beautifully the lighting, overhead heating, floor heating, and exhaust fixtures, making for a beautiful bath. Thank you, Scott!"

Murray G on September 2024

My name is Scott Nelson. My company is called "SCOTT NELSON ELECTRIC" because I want my own name to be on every job we do. I have been in the electrical trade for over 35 years. I went to trade school school through "Associated Builders and Contractors Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program"(A.B.C.)shortly after completing high school. I am noticed by the "National Bureau of Apprenticeship Training"(N.B.A.T.)as a Journeyman Electrician. I worked for 14yrs. with contractors from the north shore, NW suburbs, and northern Illinois. "QUALITY ELECTRICAL REPAIRS & INSTALLATIONS" is the best way to explain our service. We believe that being "neat & tidy" is one of the best ways of showing how much we respect our customers and their homes. Our goal is 100% customer satisfaction.

"Nelson Electric is the best electrical contractor I’ve used in my thirty-eight years of owning and updating my homes. It is difficult to find an excellent contractor who is willing to take on a major remodeling project in old construction, and who handles it efficiently, cost-effectively, and with perfection. This time we were remodeling a 110 year-old bathroom. When we got down to the studs, joists, and rafters, the plans were worthless because of all the surprises. Unphased, the crew was able to trace every hidden wire to destination and source, re-route them as needed, install a new, larger, circuit breaker box, pull wire through neatly, clearly identify and label everything, and finish beautifully the lighting, overhead heating, floor heating, and exhaust fixtures, making for a beautiful bath. Thank you, Scott!"

Murray G on September 2024

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JRC Contracting, LLC

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JRC Contracting, LLC

4.91(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

JRC Generators is your premier Generator Company. Whether you need a new generator installed, your current generator repaired, or you are just looking to have it maintenance yearly JRC Contracting, LLC provides quality work at a fair price. Give us a call today for your free estimate. We do not work on portable Generators.

"Jason arrived on time, was super knowledgeable and friendly, taught me a few things about some of the generator's features, and did a great job. I highly recommend Jason and JRC!!!!"

Larry K on October 2022

JRC Generators is your premier Generator Company. Whether you need a new generator installed, your current generator repaired, or you are just looking to have it maintenance yearly JRC Contracting, LLC provides quality work at a fair price. Give us a call today for your free estimate. We do not work on portable Generators.

"Jason arrived on time, was super knowledgeable and friendly, taught me a few things about some of the generator's features, and did a great job. I highly recommend Jason and JRC!!!!"

Larry K on October 2022

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Ferrer Electric

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Ferrer Electric

4.90(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 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 and 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.

"Save yourself a lot of time, effort and frustration by calling Eddie first. He is fantastic! He returned my (Sunday) call within 20 minutes, scheduled me within a timeframe that met my needs and arrived when he said he would. Eddie comes prepared, is ultra competent, extremely conscientious, friendly and his work is flawless - everything you want, and more, in an electrician. In addition, his pricing is very fair and he is an absolute pleasure to deal with. Thanks a million, Eddie!"

Mary B on May 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 and 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.

"Save yourself a lot of time, effort and frustration by calling Eddie first. He is fantastic! He returned my (Sunday) call within 20 minutes, scheduled me within a timeframe that met my needs and arrived when he said he would. Eddie comes prepared, is ultra competent, extremely conscientious, friendly and his work is flawless - everything you want, and more, in an electrician. In addition, his pricing is very fair and he is an absolute pleasure to deal with. Thanks a million, Eddie!"

Mary B on May 2024

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John B Ventures LLC

4.88(
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John B Ventures LLC

4.88(
213
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

Project maintenance and installation - John B Ventures LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"John was incredibly responsive and helpful. He accommodated my schedule and worked with me on a non straightforward project. He suggested solutions that recognized budget and approach. He was very diligent and helpful. "

Reid B on December 2025

Project maintenance and installation - John B Ventures LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"John was incredibly responsive and helpful. He accommodated my schedule and worked with me on a non straightforward project. He suggested solutions that recognized budget and approach. He was very diligent and helpful. "

Reid B on December 2025

Baella Electric Services

4.74(
167
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Baella Electric Services

4.74(
167
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

Baella Electric Services has been serving the Mchenry and lake county area since 1998. I always strive to give you the best work and do it right the first time. So call me today for your free estimate!

"Awesome!"

Dan W on January 2025

Baella Electric Services has been serving the Mchenry and lake county area since 1998. I always strive to give you the best work and do it right the first time. So call me today for your free estimate!

"Awesome!"

Dan W on January 2025

Roesner Electric

4.95(
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Roesner Electric

4.95(
32
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"David was highly skilled, a great communicator, prompt, and professional. He will definitely be our go to electrician for future projects. He was a pleasure to do business with. "

Jeanine M on September 2025

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!

"David was highly skilled, a great communicator, prompt, and professional. He will definitely be our go to electrician for future projects. He was a pleasure to do business with. "

Jeanine M on September 2025

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DMT Unlimited, Inc.

4.98(
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DMT Unlimited, Inc.

4.98(
41
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial low voltage / electrical projects which might include the design and installation of a high end home theater system or just helping set up your new wireless home network. 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 always guarantee your satisfaction.

"I had a electrical switch that kept overloading. I spoke to Dewayne in the morning and told him I was going to see replacing an outlet would fix the issue. He told me that was fine and not only told me to call him if it didn't fix the issue, but also offered to answer questions if I ran into difficulties. I wound up having Dewayne come out as my simple fix didn't work. Even though I called him again in the afternoon, he still came out the same day and found there was a short somewhere in one of the rooms. He was there for a while trying to locate the short and was able to get my problem resolved and got the switch to stop overloading. He was very friendly and explained everything he was doing as I wanted to understand. On top of that, he was very upfront with the potential costs and was willing to give me an idea of what my job might cost, given the likely issue. This extremely helpful and was unlike another company who only told me they priced the work by job!"

Scott F on June 2025

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial low voltage / electrical projects which might include the design and installation of a high end home theater system or just helping set up your new wireless home network. 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 always guarantee your satisfaction.

"I had a electrical switch that kept overloading. I spoke to Dewayne in the morning and told him I was going to see replacing an outlet would fix the issue. He told me that was fine and not only told me to call him if it didn't fix the issue, but also offered to answer questions if I ran into difficulties. I wound up having Dewayne come out as my simple fix didn't work. Even though I called him again in the afternoon, he still came out the same day and found there was a short somewhere in one of the rooms. He was there for a while trying to locate the short and was able to get my problem resolved and got the switch to stop overloading. He was very friendly and explained everything he was doing as I wanted to understand. On top of that, he was very upfront with the potential costs and was willing to give me an idea of what my job might cost, given the likely issue. This extremely helpful and was unlike another company who only told me they priced the work by job!"

Scott F on June 2025

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No Static Electricity

5.00(
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No Static Electricity

5.00(
24
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Greetings, my name is Devon, and I am a licensed electrician. I have been in business since 1999, primarily serving your area. At No Static Electricity Inc., our mission is to create satisfied and happy clients by establishing strong and enduring business relationships. Our commitment to honesty, quality, and professionalism has consistently resulted in repeat business and referrals from our valued customers.

"We had an electricity overload. The gfci outlet tripped. I went on the angi app and Devon called immediatel. He provided prompt service on the weekend. He is a great person and professional."

Marian H on November 2025

Greetings, my name is Devon, and I am a licensed electrician. I have been in business since 1999, primarily serving your area. At No Static Electricity Inc., our mission is to create satisfied and happy clients by establishing strong and enduring business relationships. Our commitment to honesty, quality, and professionalism has consistently resulted in repeat business and referrals from our valued customers.

"We had an electricity overload. The gfci outlet tripped. I went on the angi app and Devon called immediatel. He provided prompt service on the weekend. He is a great person and professional."

Marian H on November 2025

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Your IT Guy

4.85(
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Your IT Guy

4.85(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
23 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Your IT Guy provides a wide range of technology services that small businesses and Home users need. We are a small agile company that could take on both small and large projects. With excellent responsiveness and communication, we pride our selves on quality work at a reasonable price.

"Done well, was on time, great price. Will hire again"

Janar N on November 2025

Your IT Guy provides a wide range of technology services that small businesses and Home users need. We are a small agile company that could take on both small and large projects. With excellent responsiveness and communication, we pride our selves on quality work at a reasonable price.

"Done well, was on time, great price. Will hire again"

Janar N on November 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

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.

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.

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.

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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