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Avatar for HD Electric Design

HD Electric Design

5.00(
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HD Electric Design

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
51 local quotes requested

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, 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! Hubert is very friendly and easy to work with. Would definitely hire again!"

Lukasz S on June 2025

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, 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! Hubert is very friendly and easy to work with. Would definitely hire again!"

Lukasz S on June 2025


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Blazer Electric Co

4.88(
332
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Blazer Electric Co

4.88(
332
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
427 local quotes requested

We offer complete electrical service for residential and commercial properties. We will help you to add something new, or improve your existing system. With over 27 years of experience in the industry, we offer thorough practical and theoretical knowledge of electrical systems. Expert trouble-shooting and repairs. 4 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No after hours charges. Award winning.

"Solid work, varied crew over the course of the project."

David S on November 2025

We offer complete electrical service for residential and commercial properties. We will help you to add something new, or improve your existing system. With over 27 years of experience in the industry, we offer thorough practical and theoretical knowledge of electrical systems. Expert trouble-shooting and repairs. 4 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No after hours charges. Award winning.

"Solid work, varied crew over the course of the project."

David S on November 2025


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Mr. Electric of Highland Park

5.00(
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Mr. Electric of Highland Park

5.00(
14
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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
90 local quotes requested

Mr. Electric offers comprehensive residential and commercial electrical services including repairs, upgrades, and installations while delivering high customer satisfaction by getting the job done right the first time. Our courteous technicians respect your home and family, providing an attention to detail that ensures quality, and safe work. No matter what electrical contractor services you need, Mr. Electric has the power to make things better.

"It went great. Daniel the electrician was very knowledgeable and friendly. I will keep this company for future projects."

ANGEL R on June 2025

Mr. Electric offers comprehensive residential and commercial electrical services including repairs, upgrades, and installations while delivering high customer satisfaction by getting the job done right the first time. Our courteous technicians respect your home and family, providing an attention to detail that ensures quality, and safe work. No matter what electrical contractor services you need, Mr. Electric has the power to make things better.

"It went great. Daniel the electrician was very knowledgeable and friendly. I will keep this company for future projects."

ANGEL R on June 2025


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Flowing Through Connections, Inc.

4.89(
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Flowing Through Connections, Inc.

4.89(
18
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
63 local quotes requested
45 years of experience

Flowing Through Connections, Inc., is a VETERAN owned & operated Telecommunications Services company, 25 years. Providing low voltage cabling for networks and VoIP (Voice Over IP) telephone services, Ring Door Bell, Cameras, Alarm. Additional services include (work from home) - Internet& managed services, Cyber Security, IoT (Internet of Things), Surveillance Cameras, Wi-Fi.

"It went very well. House phone wiring was traced and rewired to connect fax machine to new Xfinity VOIP line on a different floor. This will save me ~$70/month in AT&T telephone charges. Flowing Through Connections arrived on time and completed the work in about 2 hours (including time to clean up some of the wiring work I tried to do myself). Price was very reasonable."

Dennis B on October 2025

Flowing Through Connections, Inc., is a VETERAN owned & operated Telecommunications Services company, 25 years. Providing low voltage cabling for networks and VoIP (Voice Over IP) telephone services, Ring Door Bell, Cameras, Alarm. Additional services include (work from home) - Internet& managed services, Cyber Security, IoT (Internet of Things), Surveillance Cameras, Wi-Fi.

"It went very well. House phone wiring was traced and rewired to connect fax machine to new Xfinity VOIP line on a different floor. This will save me ~$70/month in AT&T telephone charges. Flowing Through Connections arrived on time and completed the work in about 2 hours (including time to clean up some of the wiring work I tried to do myself). Price was very reasonable."

Dennis B on October 2025


"Great Work done efficiently and timely for fair price"

Joanne L on September 2025

Family Owned & Operated. Since 1967, A+ Rating With The BBB. No Subcontractors. Licensed Bonded and Insured. Emergency calls.

"Great Work done efficiently and timely for fair price"

Joanne L on September 2025


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Mr Electrician

5.00(
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Mr Electrician

5.00(
24
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
52 local quotes requested

Looking for a reliable electrician in Chicago? Look no further! Mr Electrician is your go-to expert for all your electrical needs. With our exceptional service and attention to detail, we'll ensure your home projects are completed safely and efficiently. Contact us today for a hassle-free experience!

"Absolutely fabulous work!! The can lights are perfect as well as light over island and table!! Thank you for your beautiful work and taking the time to explain everything you were going to do."

Cindy B on September 2025

Looking for a reliable electrician in Chicago? Look no further! Mr Electrician is your go-to expert for all your electrical needs. With our exceptional service and attention to detail, we'll ensure your home projects are completed safely and efficiently. Contact us today for a hassle-free experience!

"Absolutely fabulous work!! The can lights are perfect as well as light over island and table!! Thank you for your beautiful work and taking the time to explain everything you were going to do."

Cindy B on September 2025


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Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning

4.54(
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Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning

4.54(
2,826
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Customers say: Super punctual
1725 local quotes requested
54 years of experience

Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing began as a father-son business operating out of a Chicago garage in 1971. They went from home to home repairing furnaces and air conditioners with the goal of offering their customers honest and competent service. No extra charge for 24 hr emergency service. Additional contacts: Chicago 773-413-1505 & 773-413-1028, South suburbs 708-406-3002, Southwest suburbs 815-306-2471, West suburbs 630-210-3352, North & Northwest 847-201-3222 , Northwest Indiana 219-228-8606, and (866) 444-2404. Additional emails - [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. Additional fax numbers- 773-284-9484, 847-783-0400. Additional contact names - David Musial. Additional DBAs - Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing, Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., Four Seasons Heating & Air.

"Great job"

Ilemi O on November 2025

Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing began as a father-son business operating out of a Chicago garage in 1971. They went from home to home repairing furnaces and air conditioners with the goal of offering their customers honest and competent service. No extra charge for 24 hr emergency service. Additional contacts: Chicago 773-413-1505 & 773-413-1028, South suburbs 708-406-3002, Southwest suburbs 815-306-2471, West suburbs 630-210-3352, North & Northwest 847-201-3222 , Northwest Indiana 219-228-8606, and (866) 444-2404. Additional emails - [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. Additional fax numbers- 773-284-9484, 847-783-0400. Additional contact names - David Musial. Additional DBAs - Four Seasons Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing, Four Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., Four Seasons Heating & Air.

"Great job"

Ilemi O on November 2025


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Storm Electric

5.00(
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Storm Electric

5.00(
2
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
52 local quotes requested

Serving in Illinois, LAKE, MCHENRY, KANE, DUPAGE, COOK COUNTY, STORM ELECTRIC is your local electrical contractor specializing in RESIDENTIAL and COMMERCIAL New Constraction and Remodeling electrical services. Our excellent customer service, workmanship and rates keep our customers comming back.

"I’ve been building houses for over 30 years. I’ve used many electrical contractors thru the years. Artur with storm electric has been my electrician for the last 7 years now. I would highly recommend him and his crews on any project as he is very knowable on all electrical projects."

Carlo B on May 2024

Serving in Illinois, LAKE, MCHENRY, KANE, DUPAGE, COOK COUNTY, STORM ELECTRIC is your local electrical contractor specializing in RESIDENTIAL and COMMERCIAL New Constraction and Remodeling electrical services. Our excellent customer service, workmanship and rates keep our customers comming back.

"I’ve been building houses for over 30 years. I’ve used many electrical contractors thru the years. Artur with storm electric has been my electrician for the last 7 years now. I would highly recommend him and his crews on any project as he is very knowable on all electrical projects."

Carlo B on May 2024


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D Best Electric

5.00(
8
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D Best Electric

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
84 local quotes requested

We offer the best quality electrical work, we strive into quality work. Very responsible on our schedule. We offer a clean environment, leave the project cleaned and strive on making the project go smooth as possible and avoid hassles and drama for homeowners.

"D Best did a great job on a large commercial project for us, Bridgewater Construction Management,Inc."

Frank H on April 2025

We offer the best quality electrical work, we strive into quality work. Very responsible on our schedule. We offer a clean environment, leave the project cleaned and strive on making the project go smooth as possible and avoid hassles and drama for homeowners.

"D Best did a great job on a large commercial project for us, Bridgewater Construction Management,Inc."

Frank H on April 2025


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LSVG Electrics Inc

4.76(
38
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LSVG Electrics Inc

4.76(
38
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
89 local quotes requested

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

"Leonardo was fast, efficient and very professional. He did a great job!"

Dean H on April 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

"Leonardo was fast, efficient and very professional. He did a great job!"

Dean H on April 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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. 

As long as they have enough fuel, whole-house generators can run for weeks at a time (400 to 500 hours) without suffering too much wear and tear. However, this type of extensive use isn’t ideal if you want to extend the life of your generator.

Two important points. First, some generators may need you to periodically check oil levels every day or so and refill as necessary for safe operation. Second, if your generator uses a fuel tank, keep it regularly full so it doesn’t suddenly shut off. Many backup generators can run through a full tank in a day when they are powering large portions of a home.

Generators are usually sized by running watts and starting watts. Ideally, you’ll want a generator that can offer both the necessary running watts and starting watts for everything you need to power without going beyond 90% of its capacity. Calculate your home’s electrical load based on the breakers in your home or adding up the appliance and lighting needs of connected rooms.

These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.

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