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Last update on May 15, 2025
Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1976
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very quick and courtious installers. They answered my questions even on other projects they were not working on at the time."
Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very professional and customer oriented staff in the office and electricians on the jobs"
+7
Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"All work was done professionally and on time. Installers were very courteous and neat."
Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"CD Electric was fantastic. They added electrical outlets to the interior and exterior of my home and installed an exterior light. Chase was very thorough with the estimate he provided me and completed the job in the time he said it would take. I would definitely hire them again for any future jobs and I highly recommend them to anyone else."
+6
Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"The Steven Brand did a very professional and thorough job. They removed my kitchen cabinet and old stove top to create a space for a 30 inch stove."
+1
Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Kelly installed a new toilet for us. He did a superb job and he deserves a raise. He has such a great attitude. He is a keeper & again, he deserves a raise!! And I am not his mother or grandmother."
+3
Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Consistent, professional, personable… No notes! We contracted Loveland Home Solutions to update our aging home’s electrical system. (update panel, install new recessed lighting, add some new outlets, install surge protectors, etc.) Their responsiveness and professionalism exceeded expectations from bidding to work to follow up. Brendin was great at follow up, answering questions and helping us find the best solution for us. Austin and his team were great and respectful of our home and their work precise and thoughtful. They weren’t the cheapest bid in the pile, but the little extra in our mind was WELL worth the peace of mind and confidence to have true professionals on the job. We will definitely use LHS again and whole heartedly recommend them to anyone needing electrical work done. Great job guys - thank you!"
Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Needed a sub panel and my entire garage wired(7 120 outlets, 2 240 outlets, and a floodlight put in). They showed up gave a quick run threw and they knocked it out Whole process was quick and easy. Great work at a great price! Would definitely recommend!"
Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1969
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Absolutely one of the best companies I have ever hired. Quick response to my inquiry to have a lightning protection system installed on my house. They showed up literally the next day and had the job done within a few hours. Professional installation at its finest. Price was more than fair and the owner is very knowledgeable and works hard to earn your business highly recommended"
+70
Serving Madison, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1980
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Best service I have ever received from a company and the employee who did the installation"
+14
When maintained properly, a whole-house generator can last up to 20 years. Costs to maintain and repair generators vary by location and type of generator, but you can expect to pay about $150 to $300 per year for annual generator maintenance checks. An experienced generator service technician will inspect your generator’s engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels to keep your generator in good working condition for as long as possible.
Installing a whole-house generator costs about $5,000 on average. Prices range from $1,550 to $8,500, depending on size, brand, fuel type, and assembly. The size of your whole-house generator is the most significant cost factor, with large homes with high energy demands costing the most to power. Types of whole-home generators include:
Portable generators with 1kW–7.5kW capacity: $500–$2,000
Partial generators with 9kW–20kW capacity: $2,000–$6,300
Whole-house generators with 22kW–48kW: $5,000–$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.
Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:
Portable generator:
2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers.
4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.
8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.
Partial to whole-house generator:
20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.
The value of installing a whole-house generator is that your home has guaranteed power, even if the power grid in your area is down. Whether a whole-house generator is worth installing in your home depends on how often you use it, your home’s location, and your lifestyle. For example, installing a whole-house generator is likely worth it if you:
Experience frequent or prolonged power outages
Work from home
Store a lot of cold food
Have a sump pump
Have a pump for well water
Use electronic medical devices
Live in a climate requiring heating or cooling
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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