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Accent Tel USA

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Accent Tel USA

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Customers say: Quick response
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.

"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business "

Anthony O on September 2025

Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.

"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business "

Anthony O on September 2025


Swinderman Engineering Services

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Swinderman Engineering Services

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

Swinderman Engineering Services is Central Illinois’ leading Technology Installation Company. We handle all of your low voltage cabling and custom installation needs from Home Theater to Surveillance Camera Systems to Access Control.

"I was very pleased with my tv mount installation. Only took an hour and it looks great. They were able to perform the service within two days after I made an inquiry. I will use them for any other home audio/video projects that I need to have done."

John G on May 2021

Swinderman Engineering Services is Central Illinois’ leading Technology Installation Company. We handle all of your low voltage cabling and custom installation needs from Home Theater to Surveillance Camera Systems to Access Control.

"I was very pleased with my tv mount installation. Only took an hour and it looks great. They were able to perform the service within two days after I made an inquiry. I will use them for any other home audio/video projects that I need to have done."

John G on May 2021


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Lockhart Electric, LLC

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Lockhart Electric, LLC

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54 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

Lockhart 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.

"Had 100 amp breaker replaced with 200 amp and multiple new lines run to the garage and added 100 amp in the garage. They were thorough and efficient and did the work as expected. Very professional and kept us updated if any potential delays and when new issues were found. I highly recommend and would hire again."

Julie H on July 2025

Lockhart 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.

"Had 100 amp breaker replaced with 200 amp and multiple new lines run to the garage and added 100 amp in the garage. They were thorough and efficient and did the work as expected. Very professional and kept us updated if any potential delays and when new issues were found. I highly recommend and would hire again."

Julie H on July 2025


J.Q. Handyman Services

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J.Q. Handyman Services

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Emergency services offered

With over 10 years of experience in home repairs of (just about) every kind, including mold removal and prevention, electrical, carpentry, and snap flooring (just to name a few), you really can't go wrong when choosing J.Q. Handyman Services. Offering very competitive pricing and a knowledgable team

With over 10 years of experience in home repairs of (just about) every kind, including mold removal and prevention, electrical, carpentry, and snap flooring (just to name a few), you really can't go wrong when choosing J.Q. Handyman Services. Offering very competitive pricing and a knowledgable team


B&B Handyman Services

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B&B Handyman Services

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Small owner-operated company, over eight years of experience combined with completion of the Construction Technology program at Ivy Tech. Roofing, siding, decks, fence repair/installation, minor plumbing/electrical, flooring, door/window installation/replacement, cabinets/countertops and more.

Small owner-operated company, over eight years of experience combined with completion of the Construction Technology program at Ivy Tech. Roofing, siding, decks, fence repair/installation, minor plumbing/electrical, flooring, door/window installation/replacement, cabinets/countertops and more.


Outlaw Garage

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Outlaw Garage

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Our speciality is customer service. That is our first and foremost priority! Second of all our speciality that's industry related is diagnostic services, troubleshooting, one on one customer service and technician relationship with the customer to explain the process and the problem with the vehicle and the repair process. That's what makes us stand out amongst other repair shops is we take the customer and explain the problem and show them what's wrong with their vehicle so they have a better understanding of what's wrong and how we can solve their vehicles problem and theirs by fixing it. Then our other specialities are brakes, oil changes, transmission flush and fill, radiator flush and fill, exhaust work, major and minor engine repair and engine replacement, transmission replacement, suspension, tire repair, windshield replacement, so much more.

Our speciality is customer service. That is our first and foremost priority! Second of all our speciality that's industry related is diagnostic services, troubleshooting, one on one customer service and technician relationship with the customer to explain the process and the problem with the vehicle and the repair process. That's what makes us stand out amongst other repair shops is we take the customer and explain the problem and show them what's wrong with their vehicle so they have a better understanding of what's wrong and how we can solve their vehicles problem and theirs by fixing it. Then our other specialities are brakes, oil changes, transmission flush and fill, radiator flush and fill, exhaust work, major and minor engine repair and engine replacement, transmission replacement, suspension, tire repair, windshield replacement, so much more.


Wilhoit Construction

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Wilhoit Construction

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Small local contractor willing to do any job big or small. I can do anything from cleaning gutters to remodeling or adding onto your house. With an education in Construction Technology I have a large training background in all areas of construction.

Small local contractor willing to do any job big or small. I can do anything from cleaning gutters to remodeling or adding onto your house. With an education in Construction Technology I have a large training background in all areas of construction.



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Mid America Lightning Rods

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Mid America Lightning Rods

4.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
65 years of experience

***We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lightning rods. Protecting people, and their property for over 40 years! Helen is the Owner/Operator of Mid America Lightning rods, servicing customers in the Midwest, all the way down to Tennessee, Virginia and North Carolina - offering the following services: Lightning Protection - Install or Repair - Commercial & Residential.

"Quick response to inquiry. Next day service. Very professional and personable..,,"

Richard M on April 2025

***We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lightning rods. Protecting people, and their property for over 40 years! Helen is the Owner/Operator of Mid America Lightning rods, servicing customers in the Midwest, all the way down to Tennessee, Virginia and North Carolina - offering the following services: Lightning Protection - Install or Repair - Commercial & Residential.

"Quick response to inquiry. Next day service. Very professional and personable..,,"

Richard M on April 2025


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Electrical questions, answered by experts

Under-cabinet lighting offers excellent energy efficiency compared to ceiling lighting, especially when making the switch from halogen to LED lights. Whether it’s strip lights, puck lights, or built-in lights, these bulbs typically consume less energy while delivering powerful and effective illumination. This eco-friendly lighting solution ensures optimal brightness while reducing energy consumption and operating costs.

Outdoor outlets should be at least 15-amp, but preferably 20-amp. The exact rating will depend on the electrical load of the devices that will be plugged into the outlet and the capacity of the circuit. It's important not to overload the circuit, which can cause safety hazards such as tripped breakers or electrical fires. In general, a circuit rated for at least 20 amps is recommended for outdoor outlets, while each outlet should be rated for at least 15 amps.

Yes, overheating outlets can cause fires, even if nothing is plugged in at the time. If your outlet is too hot, turn off the circuit breaker, unplug everything, and let it cool down before troubleshooting the issue. Fortunately, outlet fires are rare, but if a fire starts, suppress it with a Class C fire extinguisher or baking soda—or leave the area immediately and call the fire department.

Full home electrical inspections are mandatory if you’re buying a new home, but if you’re just looking for a safety checkup, you have some flexibility. If you don’t have any concerns and your property is relatively new, a basic inspection is usually sufficient. If it’s been a long time since your home was last inspected, or it’s an older home, a full home inspection can help catch any concerns that may fly under the radar.

Most 200-amp panels are allowed 40 breaker slots, though they can accept more circuits with the installation of tandem breakers. To determine the right number of breakers for an electrical panel, panel manufacturers will give their products a rating. That rating is used to limit the number of electrical circuit breakers on the panel. You can check your panel for a rating or ask your electrician to weigh in.

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