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Lockhart Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Lockhart Electric has done several projects for me. Everything from replacing switches and fixtures to upgrading my breaker panel. They are always so helpful and knowledgeable. The prices are always fair, and they always give me options to help me make the best decisions depending on my need and my budget. I trust them with my home and I wouldn't call anyone else."
Kitchen Lighting
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mid America Lightning Protection
4.5(
99
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Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Responsive, fair pricing. Quality of installation could have been done a little better as rods were slightly crooked and they did not pull the wiring tout on top of house so not totally parallel to roof line."
Indianapolis
Trucking company
Indianapolis
Indiana Illinois
Indiana Illinois

+70

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Swinderman Engineering Services
4.1(
38
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Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These installers will do a great job with the actually installation. In my case, I wanted to install my antenna's in the attic. After the installation, vhs (particularly PBS) signal did not come in. I followed up to see if an adjustment could be made to try to get pbs. The correspondence got into a couple of minor issues that we disagreed about, but the main point was that i couldn't get pbs. They offered to come install the antenna outside, which i turned down. I called PBS and gave them the antenna model installed. They told me that the problem was likely that the model was designed for UHF. I googled Antenna's Direct and talked to their tech support. They confirmed that the antenna I had was likely the issue with VHF but would be very good for UHF. They suggest that I add a VHF only antenna and a UHF/VHF combiner. They looked up my address and told me exactly where to place the VHF antenna. It took me an hour or so to set up the VHF antenna, run the cable and hook up the combiner. They also directed me to Amazon where I could buy the antenna and combiner I needed. IT WORKED GREAT! All the UHF & VHF channels I need and more. Bottom line is that this company is great on installation. The installer did a very good job and they adjusted my bill for a travel time question. However, they didn't know about the UHF/VHF issue that Antenna's Direct knew about immediately. I would recommend talking to tech support at Antenna's Direct before any installation to ensure the antennas are correct and follow up with Antenna's Direct before deciding on any adjustments or moving the antennas from your preferred location."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Accent Tel USA
4.9(
12
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Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe, Mark, and Their Team did a Splendid Job for Us on this Business Phone Line Install. There are Very Knowledgeable and provided the Needed Assessment and "Fix" in a Very Timely Manner. I Highly Recommend Accent Tel USA! God Bless You! Philippians 1:3-6! Have a Wonderful Day in the Neighborhood & "Stay on the Nice List"! :)"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Edelman Cooling, Plumbing, Electric & Solar
5.0(
5
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Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at Edelman, we’re your trusted local team for HVAC heating & cooling services around northern Illinois. We provide residential repair, replacement, installation, and maintenance.\n\nEdelman is built on 23 years of experience, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to delivering the best service to every client and customer. We stand behind our work with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee on all service, repairs, and replacements.

Edelman
Mini Split
Mini Split
Mini Split
Mini Split

+5

45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Volo Internet Plus Tech
4.9(
8
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Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Job was done professionally and the installer of my outdoor antenna remained and assisted me with the set up and operation of my TV set up. Would definitely recommend and use again."
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A.G. Electric
4.2(
94
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Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"A huge tree limb cut off the power line to our house. Although AG Electric originally came out to give us an estimate on another project they were flexible enough to help us update a weatherhead unit on our roof that was required for Ameren to complete their line hook up to restore power to our house. The service was fast and efficient and the repair men were sympathetic to our predicament. We are very grateful and ivery mpressed with their professionalism."
Home built in 1930's
Home built in 1930's
Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Ck Contractors
5.0(
6
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Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Ck Contractors Sherman, IL, 62684 (217) 725-3733 Ck Contractors is located in Sherman, IL! Feel free to contact us right away in case you need a professional electrical services! Affordable Electrical Company, Affordable Electrical Service, Residential Electrical Service, Residential Electrical Contractor, Commercial Electrical Company, Commercial Electrical Contractor, Electrical Installation Service, Electrical Repair Contractor, Electrical Repair Company, Wiring Repair Service Andrew IL;Spaulding IL;Barclay IL;Grandview IL;Devereux Heights IL; Electrical Contractor, Professional Electrician, Residential Electrician, Affordable Electrical Company, Reliable Electrical Service http://ckcontractorsil.com/

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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.

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

To determine the right size generator for your house, you should calculate the total wattage of the appliances and devices you want to power during an outage. List all essential items, note their start-up wattages, and add them together.

Here are some typical wattage requirements for common appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 to 4,500 watts

  • Electric furnace: 5,000 to 25,000 watts

A 7,500-watt generator might be sufficient for essentials like a refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits. However, for high-demand items like a water heater or furnace, a whole-home generator is a better choice. A portable generator may be enough if you only need to power a few critical items.

While home square footage can offer a rough estimate, it is not always a reliable indicator. For reference, here are some typical generator sizes based on square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14 kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16 kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20 kW+

For the most accurate sizing, consult a professional who can calculate your home's peak and average power consumption and recommend the optimal generator.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

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