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The Steven Brand

4.86(
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The Steven Brand

4.86(
59
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Emergency services offered

We offer a variety of handyman services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent, very professional, polite and experienced. "

Jamie H on January 2026

We offer a variety of handyman services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent, very professional, polite and experienced. "

Jamie H on January 2026


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Streib Company

4.84(
153
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Streib Company

4.84(
153
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

We are a full-service electric, media, security and energy solution contractor in St. Louis, MO, built on a strong foundation of good old-fashioned work ethics. Our office hours are M-F 8-4:30, we offer after hours emergency service as well.

"Great job. I would definitely hire again."

Maureen K on February 2022

We are a full-service electric, media, security and energy solution contractor in St. Louis, MO, built on a strong foundation of good old-fashioned work ethics. Our office hours are M-F 8-4:30, we offer after hours emergency service as well.

"Great job. I would definitely hire again."

Maureen K on February 2022


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Jarvis Electric

4.84(
103
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Jarvis Electric

4.84(
103
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc. has over a decade of experience with new home electric services, commercial building electric services, installation of upgrades and maintenance, industrial applications, solar energy installations and lighting upgrade applications. We are dedicated to providing you with all electrical solutions to make your home comfortable, efficient, and updated. We have the skills to complete unique installations and troubleshoot the most complex situation. We are a small company that allows competitive pricing with outstanding results. W e will focus on all customers unique needs one job at a time. We want to build lasting relationships with trust and confidence so that Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc . will be your electrical contractor for life.

"He was considerate, and was happy to get needed supplies! Very fast, and respectful! Made sure that everything was in working order before leaving!"

Benjamin G on July 2025

Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc. has over a decade of experience with new home electric services, commercial building electric services, installation of upgrades and maintenance, industrial applications, solar energy installations and lighting upgrade applications. We are dedicated to providing you with all electrical solutions to make your home comfortable, efficient, and updated. We have the skills to complete unique installations and troubleshoot the most complex situation. We are a small company that allows competitive pricing with outstanding results. W e will focus on all customers unique needs one job at a time. We want to build lasting relationships with trust and confidence so that Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc . will be your electrical contractor for life.

"He was considerate, and was happy to get needed supplies! Very fast, and respectful! Made sure that everything was in working order before leaving!"

Benjamin G on July 2025


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Reinhold Electric Inc

4.83(
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Reinhold Electric Inc

4.83(
280
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
50 years of experience

We started in 1976, to provide quality and assurance to always satisfy the customer. We guarantee all of our work, and our employees deliver this proud craftsmanship. We also offer 24 hour emergency service. With a live answering service to take your calls, we have owners and electricians that are on standby around the clock.

"Brad was absolutely wonderful and was able to provide the necessary service to rewire my fixture to make it work. He is very knowledgeable and knew immediately what to do. It is employees such as Brad that make a company successful. I will request him in the future to repair Ann outdoor problem. Reinhold is so fortunate to have him as an employee"

Helen A on January 2026

We started in 1976, to provide quality and assurance to always satisfy the customer. We guarantee all of our work, and our employees deliver this proud craftsmanship. We also offer 24 hour emergency service. With a live answering service to take your calls, we have owners and electricians that are on standby around the clock.

"Brad was absolutely wonderful and was able to provide the necessary service to rewire my fixture to make it work. He is very knowledgeable and knew immediately what to do. It is employees such as Brad that make a company successful. I will request him in the future to repair Ann outdoor problem. Reinhold is so fortunate to have him as an employee"

Helen A on January 2026


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Tri-State Water, Power & Air

4.82(
37
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Tri-State Water, Power & Air

4.82(
37
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 years of experience

It’s easy to take your home energy for granted until something goes wrong. Perhaps a sudden storm leaves you without lights and an HVAC system for several days, or you open your energy bill one month and realize that your costs have climbed out of control. At Tri-State Water, Power, & Air, we understand these challenges and offer complete home energy solutions, including the installation of standby backup generators. Our services cater to the unique concerns of homeowners from St. Louis, MO, to northeastern Texas, ensuring that you are never left in the dark.

"He was prompt and efficient but did not show up on time."

CINDA A on February 2025

It’s easy to take your home energy for granted until something goes wrong. Perhaps a sudden storm leaves you without lights and an HVAC system for several days, or you open your energy bill one month and realize that your costs have climbed out of control. At Tri-State Water, Power, & Air, we understand these challenges and offer complete home energy solutions, including the installation of standby backup generators. Our services cater to the unique concerns of homeowners from St. Louis, MO, to northeastern Texas, ensuring that you are never left in the dark.

"He was prompt and efficient but did not show up on time."

CINDA A on February 2025


Loveland Home Solutions LLC

4.68(
167
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Loveland Home Solutions LLC

4.68(
167
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Customers say: Quick response
17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Loveland Home Solutions is a residential service company specializing in electrical and plumbing repairs. We are family owned and operated and maintain a work load so we can be responsive to your needs in a short time. We have been in business for over 50 years serving the St Charles and St Louis Counties areas

"Prompt and excellent service."

Grant Y on December 2025

Loveland Home Solutions is a residential service company specializing in electrical and plumbing repairs. We are family owned and operated and maintain a work load so we can be responsive to your needs in a short time. We have been in business for over 50 years serving the St Charles and St Louis Counties areas

"Prompt and excellent service."

Grant Y on December 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


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Middle Man Maintenance LLC

4.94(
16
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Middle Man Maintenance LLC

4.94(
16
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Middle Man Maintenance LLC is a small business that is dedicated to helping you out, at half the price of big business'. My services include: heating and cooling, painting, flooring, fixture install, outlets, gutter cleaning, gardening or horticultural, as well as deck repair.

"Did quick and good work."

Mary D on January 2026

Middle Man Maintenance LLC is a small business that is dedicated to helping you out, at half the price of big business'. My services include: heating and cooling, painting, flooring, fixture install, outlets, gutter cleaning, gardening or horticultural, as well as deck repair.

"Did quick and good work."

Mary D on January 2026


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Accent Tel USA

4.89(
9
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Accent Tel USA

4.89(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
17 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


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Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting

4.94(
9
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Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting

4.94(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting is proud to be a locally owned and operated business that has been serving the community since 2004. With years of experience and unmatched expertise we can help with any and all of your residential and commercial exterior lighting needs. From landscapes to parking lots, security to holidays we have a lighting solution for you. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair price. We will work with you on discovering exactly what you are wanting to accomplish and communicate through the process of making that a reality. Let us show you the Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting difference, get in touch today!

"Fred is great and did the job quickly, professionally, and the outcome is superb"

Mike K on December 2023

Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting is proud to be a locally owned and operated business that has been serving the community since 2004. With years of experience and unmatched expertise we can help with any and all of your residential and commercial exterior lighting needs. From landscapes to parking lots, security to holidays we have a lighting solution for you. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair price. We will work with you on discovering exactly what you are wanting to accomplish and communicate through the process of making that a reality. Let us show you the Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting difference, get in touch today!

"Fred is great and did the job quickly, professionally, and the outcome is superb"

Mike K on December 2023

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.

No, this is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and you should never attempt it. If you connect your generator to your home without a transfer switch, the generated power can backfeed, essentially flowing back into the utility lines. Backfeeding exposes a significant threat of fatalities or harm to you and utility personnel, in addition to jeopardizing the structural integrity of your home.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

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.

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