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Tepen Electrical

4.90(
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Tepen Electrical

4.90(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Tepen Electrical is a full service residential and commercial electrical contractor. We are capable of handling all of your electrical needs from a simple service call to large commercial projects. Tepen Electrical has served its customers with a commitment to service and value. We have the experience and expertise to get the job done right the first time. Being a locally owned company means that any dealings you have with Tepen Electrical, you will be working with an owner of the company. Please call us today to schedule your appointment!

"Pro was here on time and solved our problems."

Dan S on October 2025

Tepen Electrical is a full service residential and commercial electrical contractor. We are capable of handling all of your electrical needs from a simple service call to large commercial projects. Tepen Electrical has served its customers with a commitment to service and value. We have the experience and expertise to get the job done right the first time. Being a locally owned company means that any dealings you have with Tepen Electrical, you will be working with an owner of the company. Please call us today to schedule your appointment!

"Pro was here on time and solved our problems."

Dan S on October 2025


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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
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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
56 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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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
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


Cassem Construction

5.00(
4
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Cassem Construction

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 years of experience

Our Mission is to provide every customer the best value and experience in the construction and home improvement industries. We are committed to the highest level of professionalism, quality of work, and best response time. Cassem Construction would like to fulfill all of your Home improvement needs inside and out. We have been in business since 1995 and strive for satisfied customers and perfection on every project. We provide free estimates and no trip charge. If you ever have a project and are interested in getting an estimate, feel free to give us a call. We will have our experienced contractor out to your house to give you a pressure and stress free estimate. Thank you and we look forward to doing business with you soon!

"Thanks."

Mom D on January 2023

Our Mission is to provide every customer the best value and experience in the construction and home improvement industries. We are committed to the highest level of professionalism, quality of work, and best response time. Cassem Construction would like to fulfill all of your Home improvement needs inside and out. We have been in business since 1995 and strive for satisfied customers and perfection on every project. We provide free estimates and no trip charge. If you ever have a project and are interested in getting an estimate, feel free to give us a call. We will have our experienced contractor out to your house to give you a pressure and stress free estimate. Thank you and we look forward to doing business with you soon!

"Thanks."

Mom D on January 2023


Blue Diamond Construction, LLC

5.00(
3
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Blue Diamond Construction, LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that we customize to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. 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 guarantee your satisfaction!

"Yes"

Steven W on December 2022

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that we customize to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. 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 guarantee your satisfaction!

"Yes"

Steven W on December 2022


"Very Glad to see such a great person getting started in the Electrical Business in Crawford County. He has a very broad background and experience with many electrical systems. My contact was for a Kohler generator service tech and he has done an amazing job bringing the unit back into great shape. You will have a great experience with Chris and it will be DONE RIGHT, the first time."

Jim R on October 2018

Welcome to Technical Electric Systems! We pride ourselves on respect and integrity. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority. We get the job done right the first time. Quality & Safety is our Gold Standards. Call today for a free estimate.

"Very Glad to see such a great person getting started in the Electrical Business in Crawford County. He has a very broad background and experience with many electrical systems. My contact was for a Kohler generator service tech and he has done an amazing job bringing the unit back into great shape. You will have a great experience with Chris and it will be DONE RIGHT, the first time."

Jim R on October 2018


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Alexander Technical Resources

4.74(
1,889
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Alexander Technical Resources

4.74(
1,889
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.

"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"

Jan C on February 2019

Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.

"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"

Jan C on February 2019


Affordable Fans - The Fan Doctor

4.92(
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Affordable Fans - The Fan Doctor

4.92(
13
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner operated. Additional DBA: The Fan Doctor. Licensed electrician in New Hampshire & Massachusetts. Over 30 years experience.

"Excellent parts. Fast delivery."

William W on April 2021

Owner operated. Additional DBA: The Fan Doctor. Licensed electrician in New Hampshire & Massachusetts. Over 30 years experience.

"Excellent parts. Fast delivery."

William W on April 2021


iResQ

4.84(
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iResQ

4.84(
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Customers say: Quality work
31 years of experience

iResQ is made up of people just like yourself, people who love their iPods, iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, and other Apple products. We believe that we have found a better way to upgrade, repair and maintain your iPod, iPhone, iPad, Mac Laptop or Desktop Mac. Quick, affordable repair has never been easier, no matter where in the USA you are located. Additional e-mails - [email protected] & [email protected]. Charges are determined by services provided. National mail order repair available. Free 24 hour diagnostics on website.

iResQ is made up of people just like yourself, people who love their iPods, iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, and other Apple products. We believe that we have found a better way to upgrade, repair and maintain your iPod, iPhone, iPad, Mac Laptop or Desktop Mac. Quick, affordable repair has never been easier, no matter where in the USA you are located. Additional e-mails - [email protected] & [email protected]. Charges are determined by services provided. National mail order repair available. Free 24 hour diagnostics on website.


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Vetstelecom

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Vetstelecom

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a Retired Military Veteran of 25 years, We are proud to offer you Exclusive pricing that is unmatched to our Competitors. We offer 1 Free 2 Line Phone with the Purchase of Residential Service, Try before you buy, We are proud and confident in our Service and Products that we Ship your Phone ( S ) out Priority mail and you can try them for 30 days before your first payment is due! Our Goal is Complete Customer Service! Thank you for Supporting your Military!

"He setup the phone in advance to speed the process and did little things that shows his dedication and commitment to taking care of the customer. He made up a cat 5 cable for us to hook the internet to the phone and he explained all the features. He also called back to make sure we didn’t run into any problems. I advise anyone who has poor cell phone service and your missing your customers calls get you a landline for pennies a day and no more customers lost. Thanks Tony Aldrich Aldrich Appliance"

Aldrich A on May 2020

We are a Retired Military Veteran of 25 years, We are proud to offer you Exclusive pricing that is unmatched to our Competitors. We offer 1 Free 2 Line Phone with the Purchase of Residential Service, Try before you buy, We are proud and confident in our Service and Products that we Ship your Phone ( S ) out Priority mail and you can try them for 30 days before your first payment is due! Our Goal is Complete Customer Service! Thank you for Supporting your Military!

"He setup the phone in advance to speed the process and did little things that shows his dedication and commitment to taking care of the customer. He made up a cat 5 cable for us to hook the internet to the phone and he explained all the features. He also called back to make sure we didn’t run into any problems. I advise anyone who has poor cell phone service and your missing your customers calls get you a landline for pennies a day and no more customers lost. Thanks Tony Aldrich Aldrich Appliance"

Aldrich A on May 2020

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

Whole-house generators can last 20 to 40 years with normal operation and proper maintenance. If you look up the specifications for your generator, you may be able to find a lifespan rated in hours of operation. Life expectancy will vary depending on how often and for how long you use the generator each year. Choosing a fuel with low impact like natural gas or diesel can help generators last as long as possible.

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

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. 

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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