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B Hive Electric

5.00(
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B Hive Electric

5.00(
34
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With years of experience in the Electrical industry, BHive Electric is your industry expert in Roscoe. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"BHive did a great job and provided great service regarding EV Charger and installation. "

Daniel T on August 2025

With years of experience in the Electrical industry, BHive Electric is your industry expert in Roscoe. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"BHive did a great job and provided great service regarding EV Charger and installation. "

Daniel T on August 2025


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No Static Electricity

5.00(
20
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No Static Electricity

5.00(
20
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

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.

"Great!!! Devon is professional and talented"

Mary C on May 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.

"Great!!! Devon is professional and talented"

Mary C on May 2025


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LSVG Electrics Inc

4.90(
41
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LSVG Electrics Inc

4.90(
41
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to LSVG Electrics, here you go to find the best electricity services, residential, commercial and industrial. We offer many electrical services which include: fixing or changing panels, complete electrical replacements, changing/ adding receptacles, Highlights, all indoor and outdoor work- we have you covered. We are a small family owned and operated business that takes pride in our work and we always communicate with you to ensure you get the best possible service from us with care and honest work Instagram @lvsgelectrics

"Very prompt and professional would highly recommed."

william w on December 2025

Welcome to LSVG Electrics, here you go to find the best electricity services, residential, commercial and industrial. We offer many electrical services which include: fixing or changing panels, complete electrical replacements, changing/ adding receptacles, Highlights, all indoor and outdoor work- we have you covered. We are a small family owned and operated business that takes pride in our work and we always communicate with you to ensure you get the best possible service from us with care and honest work Instagram @lvsgelectrics

"Very prompt and professional would highly recommed."

william w on December 2025


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Beckel Electric

5.00(
8
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Beckel Electric

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Beckel 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 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.

"Excellent service! Will hire him again"

Annamarie T on September 2025

Beckel 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 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.

"Excellent service! Will hire him again"

Annamarie T on September 2025


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Flowing Through Connections, Inc.

4.88(
25
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Flowing Through Connections, Inc.

4.88(
25
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Customers say: Quick response
26 years of experience
Emergency services offered

Flowing Through Connections, Inc., sends a commitment to our clients with a signature that says, Telecommunications Experience you can trust. We are a Telecommunications Services provider designed to meet your business needs. Minimum Charge: $175.00 per hour x 2. Give us a call today! . . V E T E R A N -- O W N E D PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE A BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS COMPANY ONLY. We DO NOT service RESIDENTIAL customers.

"Great service and great experience."

Mimi N on October 2025

Flowing Through Connections, Inc., sends a commitment to our clients with a signature that says, Telecommunications Experience you can trust. We are a Telecommunications Services provider designed to meet your business needs. Minimum Charge: $175.00 per hour x 2. Give us a call today! . . V E T E R A N -- O W N E D PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE A BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS COMPANY ONLY. We DO NOT service RESIDENTIAL customers.

"Great service and great experience."

Mimi N on October 2025


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Neighborhood Electric

4.79(
81
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Neighborhood Electric

4.79(
81
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

With over 20 years of experience, Neighborhood Electric delivers more than just electrical work: we provide peace of mind. Since 2005, we’ve built a reputation for designing and installing safe, reliable, and innovative electrical systems for homes and businesses alike. We go beyond the basics. Our team holds specialized certifications in solar power systems and EV charging station installation expertise that sets us apart from the average electrician. We stay ahead of the curve so you can take advantage of the latest energy technologies with confidence. When you work with Neighborhood Electric, you’re choosing a partner committed to cutting-edge solutions, energy efficiency, and exceptional service, all backed by decades of proven experience. We believe in building long-term relationships through honesty, transparency, and quality craftsmanship. From everyday repairs to advanced energy systems, we power your world with precision and we do it with the community in mind.

"Great! Fast and friendly service and constant communication"

Dashawn J on March 2025

With over 20 years of experience, Neighborhood Electric delivers more than just electrical work: we provide peace of mind. Since 2005, we’ve built a reputation for designing and installing safe, reliable, and innovative electrical systems for homes and businesses alike. We go beyond the basics. Our team holds specialized certifications in solar power systems and EV charging station installation expertise that sets us apart from the average electrician. We stay ahead of the curve so you can take advantage of the latest energy technologies with confidence. When you work with Neighborhood Electric, you’re choosing a partner committed to cutting-edge solutions, energy efficiency, and exceptional service, all backed by decades of proven experience. We believe in building long-term relationships through honesty, transparency, and quality craftsmanship. From everyday repairs to advanced energy systems, we power your world with precision and we do it with the community in mind.

"Great! Fast and friendly service and constant communication"

Dashawn J on March 2025


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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
83
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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
83
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
57 years of experience

We have over 40 years of experience in the business. At Mid America Lightning Protection, 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! We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lighting rods.

"Remarkable service! He arrived when he said he would. Completed the job on time. Highly recommend recommend."

Keith H on November 2025

We have over 40 years of experience in the business. At Mid America Lightning Protection, 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! We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lighting rods.

"Remarkable service! He arrived when he said he would. Completed the job on time. Highly recommend recommend."

Keith H on November 2025


Randy Sauer Electric

5.00(
12
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Randy Sauer Electric

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

We specialize in complete electrical services, change out fuse panel to breaker panel, electrcial service upgrades 100A to 200A, troubleshooting, remodeling electric, hot tub electric, pool and sauna electric, underground electric, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Great, very fast and professional,"

Brian S on May 2025

We specialize in complete electrical services, change out fuse panel to breaker panel, electrcial service upgrades 100A to 200A, troubleshooting, remodeling electric, hot tub electric, pool and sauna electric, underground electric, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Great, very fast and professional,"

Brian S on May 2025


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Electric Pro

4.82(
11
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Electric Pro

4.82(
11
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"Installed our new bathroom exhaust fan quickly and neatly. The fan works perfectly and the whole experience was stress free. Highly recommend for anyone needing reliable, professional electrical work"

Damian H on October 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"Installed our new bathroom exhaust fan quickly and neatly. The fan works perfectly and the whole experience was stress free. Highly recommend for anyone needing reliable, professional electrical work"

Damian H on October 2025


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Sparky Boy Electrical

5.00(
11
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Approved Pro

Sparky Boy Electrical

5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We have the experience, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Sparky Boy Electrical strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction. I have been doing this for 20yrs and have 5 years of training at the best training school in the state.

"I can say a lot however, to avoid this review from being too long, I will simply say Kenneth did a great job! He arrived at my home, professional, and respectful. I had a ceiling fan along with some recessed lights installed. I am very please with the service I received. If you are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and make sure the job is safe for you and your family. Look no further. I had experience with a few electricians and I have never had anyone to complete the work as if he was working on his own home. I not only recommend Sparky Boy Electrical, I certainly will use the company again."

Rose A on February 2025

We have the experience, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Sparky Boy Electrical strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction. I have been doing this for 20yrs and have 5 years of training at the best training school in the state.

"I can say a lot however, to avoid this review from being too long, I will simply say Kenneth did a great job! He arrived at my home, professional, and respectful. I had a ceiling fan along with some recessed lights installed. I am very please with the service I received. If you are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and make sure the job is safe for you and your family. Look no further. I had experience with a few electricians and I have never had anyone to complete the work as if he was working on his own home. I not only recommend Sparky Boy Electrical, I certainly will use the company again."

Rose A on February 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

No, you cannot plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your home. Plugging in a generator without an interlocking kit, extension cord, or wall outlet receptacle is incredibly dangerous and can cause back-feeding—power from the generator back-feeds into utility lines. Also, if the main power comes back on while your generator is on, it could damage the generator and cause a house fire.

When installed and used correctly, generators are safe to use. The most critical generator safety tips to keep in mind are:

  • Never use a portable generator inside an enclosed space, as the carbon monoxide exhaust it creates is lethal.

  • Never attempt to connect your generator to your home’s electrical panel independently; hire a professional for this dangerous job.

  • Never overload your generator by connecting more appliances than for which it’s rated; you can damage your generator and appliances or even cause a fire.

Potential benefits of using a natural gas generator include reducing your carbon footprint, lower likelihood of carbon monoxide exposure, budget-friendly operating costs, and low-maintenance, continuous fuel supply. Some possible drawbacks, though, include higher initial installation costs, dependency on a natural gas supply, and installation complexity. Keep in mind that pros and cons will vary based on the type and brand of natural gas generator. 

Homeowners can often access federal tax credits, such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which covers a percentage of installation costs. Many states and utilities offer additional rebates, grants, or performance-based incentives. These programs can significantly lower your upfront investment. Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) or contact your local energy office for current offers.

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