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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
1969 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(
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Accent Tel USA

4.89(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2009 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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T.A.P. Electric

4.92(
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T.A.P. Electric

4.92(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2022 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"Troy showed up on time and called ahead to confirm the appointment. He fixed the electrical problem I was having quick and cleaned everything up. Great service."

Ryan R on January 2023

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!

"Troy showed up on time and called ahead to confirm the appointment. He fixed the electrical problem I was having quick and cleaned everything up. Great service."

Ryan R on January 2023


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Excel IT Services

4.75(
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Excel IT Services

4.75(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2016 years of experience

Here at Excel IT Services, we take pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Amazin"

Syed H on February 2023

Here at Excel IT Services, we take pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Amazin"

Syed H on February 2023


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Alexander Technical Resources

4.74(
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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


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Carefree Lawn Sprinklers Inc

4.80(
162
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Carefree Lawn Sprinklers Inc

4.80(
162
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

If you are tired of answering machines and waiting for call backs, you will be pleased to know we have trained professionals staffing our offices 6 days a week to provide you the highest level of personal service. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority and we strive to achieve this from our initial conversation to final installation. Our customer service doesn't stop when you receive an invoice. Since maintenance is a critical part of your investment, we continue to provide expert technical support to keep your system Carefree.

"The lawn was damaged during installation and was promised that they will restore to its original state. They have been unable to do that."

Desia M on July 2019

If you are tired of answering machines and waiting for call backs, you will be pleased to know we have trained professionals staffing our offices 6 days a week to provide you the highest level of personal service. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority and we strive to achieve this from our initial conversation to final installation. Our customer service doesn't stop when you receive an invoice. Since maintenance is a critical part of your investment, we continue to provide expert technical support to keep your system Carefree.

"The lawn was damaged during installation and was promised that they will restore to its original state. They have been unable to do that."

Desia M on July 2019


The Kitchen Master

4.90(
30
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The Kitchen Master

4.90(
30
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

The Kitchen Master has been serving homeowners in Du Page, Will, Kendall, Kane and Western Cook County since 1977. We are one of the leading kitchen and bath design and bath remodeling firms in the Chicagoland suburbs. We take pride in offering a complete one stop remodeling service. Our award winning certified designers create beautiful and practical kitchen and baths. We design and build new rooms within any budget in both small and large homes. Our employee craftmen are perfectionists in their trade. The owner coordinates and personally supervises each project. Our tight controls and schedules assure that that each room is remodeled according to detailed plans, with the highest quality and are completed on time and on budget. We also design kitchen and baths & sell cabinets and counters to do it yourself homeowners and contractors. We build and install custom counters in granite, quartz, soild surfaces and laminates. We have been refacing kitchen cabinets since we opened in 1977 and we offer some of the most beautiful doors and wood choices available. We warranty all of our work for 5 years to the original homeowner. We can also assist with financing. We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau & can show our new clients references from thousands of happy Kitchen Master customers. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional DBA - Kitchen Master The.

"For the 20 years we have been in our house, we used The Kitchen Master for our kitchen, our master bathroom, our hall bathroom and the best **** mud room you will ever see. Jennifer is an extraordinary designer and Ted is a perfectionist who will make sure his team delivers top notch work. For our first project, the kitchen, we ordered the cabinets through The Kitchen Master but had our own contractor install them. Big mistake! A few years later when Ted came to the house for the next project, he was so disappointed with how my contractor hung the kitchen cabinets that he fixed them for me. I’ve never used anyone else since. We haven’t had a major project in about 5 years but when I decided to sell my house, I needed a few things fixed to make everything look great. Some water damage below the sink had warped that cabinet, a toe kick was beyond a simple touch-up, and then I broke a glass pane in one of the kitchen cabinets 2 weeks before showings were to start. Ted and his team hopped right on it when I called. They didn’t have to do that. My work wasn’t going to be a big money maker and I’m moving out of state so there isn’t the promise of a lot of work in my next house. But none of that mattered. Ted and his team made me feel like they always make me feel - like my project was the most important one in the world."

EILEEN D on June 2022

The Kitchen Master has been serving homeowners in Du Page, Will, Kendall, Kane and Western Cook County since 1977. We are one of the leading kitchen and bath design and bath remodeling firms in the Chicagoland suburbs. We take pride in offering a complete one stop remodeling service. Our award winning certified designers create beautiful and practical kitchen and baths. We design and build new rooms within any budget in both small and large homes. Our employee craftmen are perfectionists in their trade. The owner coordinates and personally supervises each project. Our tight controls and schedules assure that that each room is remodeled according to detailed plans, with the highest quality and are completed on time and on budget. We also design kitchen and baths & sell cabinets and counters to do it yourself homeowners and contractors. We build and install custom counters in granite, quartz, soild surfaces and laminates. We have been refacing kitchen cabinets since we opened in 1977 and we offer some of the most beautiful doors and wood choices available. We warranty all of our work for 5 years to the original homeowner. We can also assist with financing. We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau & can show our new clients references from thousands of happy Kitchen Master customers. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional DBA - Kitchen Master The.

"For the 20 years we have been in our house, we used The Kitchen Master for our kitchen, our master bathroom, our hall bathroom and the best **** mud room you will ever see. Jennifer is an extraordinary designer and Ted is a perfectionist who will make sure his team delivers top notch work. For our first project, the kitchen, we ordered the cabinets through The Kitchen Master but had our own contractor install them. Big mistake! A few years later when Ted came to the house for the next project, he was so disappointed with how my contractor hung the kitchen cabinets that he fixed them for me. I’ve never used anyone else since. We haven’t had a major project in about 5 years but when I decided to sell my house, I needed a few things fixed to make everything look great. Some water damage below the sink had warped that cabinet, a toe kick was beyond a simple touch-up, and then I broke a glass pane in one of the kitchen cabinets 2 weeks before showings were to start. Ted and his team hopped right on it when I called. They didn’t have to do that. My work wasn’t going to be a big money maker and I’m moving out of state so there isn’t the promise of a lot of work in my next house. But none of that mattered. Ted and his team made me feel like they always make me feel - like my project was the most important one in the world."

EILEEN D on June 2022


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CAT Contracting Inc

4.78(
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CAT Contracting Inc

4.78(
18
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Customers say: Quality work
2002 years of experience

CAT Contracting, Inc. is a national restoration company which operates two divisions. The residential catastrophe division facilitates the sales and restoration processes for homeowners after catastrophic storm events. The Commercial Division services large low slope membrane systems including but not limited to TPO, EPDM, Spray Foam, PVC, Metal and Hydro-Stop

"The original project manager was good. He installed the roof, had a few hiccups, but I was satisfied until 1 1/2 years later when I got 4 leaks. Additionally, some aluminium was supposed to be installed and it still hasn't been installed. I have been calling since March 2019 and still no one has come out to fix the leaks. I only have a couple of months left until warranty expires which I'm figuring they are waiting for. I've called & asked the owner Matt to call me, b ut 5 days later and still no call. A roofer is only as good as his repairs. My advise is don't use Cat. They have no one within 50 miles to repair my roof. I'm very disappointed as I first thought they had done a good job. I had seen reviews where the owner was very responsive, but not to me."

CHARLENE N on July 2019

CAT Contracting, Inc. is a national restoration company which operates two divisions. The residential catastrophe division facilitates the sales and restoration processes for homeowners after catastrophic storm events. The Commercial Division services large low slope membrane systems including but not limited to TPO, EPDM, Spray Foam, PVC, Metal and Hydro-Stop

"The original project manager was good. He installed the roof, had a few hiccups, but I was satisfied until 1 1/2 years later when I got 4 leaks. Additionally, some aluminium was supposed to be installed and it still hasn't been installed. I have been calling since March 2019 and still no one has come out to fix the leaks. I only have a couple of months left until warranty expires which I'm figuring they are waiting for. I've called & asked the owner Matt to call me, b ut 5 days later and still no call. A roofer is only as good as his repairs. My advise is don't use Cat. They have no one within 50 miles to repair my roof. I'm very disappointed as I first thought they had done a good job. I had seen reviews where the owner was very responsive, but not to me."

CHARLENE N on July 2019


Affordable Fans - The Fan Doctor

4.92(
13
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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(
19
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iResQ

4.84(
19
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Customers say: Quality work
1994 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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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

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.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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.

Yes, whole-house generators run constantly for extended periods. Whole-house generators can run for longer periods of time than portable generators, but be careful. First, they may need regular applications of engine oil (as frequently as daily), depending on the engine design. Second, running constantly for several days will increase the wear and tear on the generator and shorten its lifespan.

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