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Avatar for Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services

Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services

1902 Vandalia Street, Suite 100
3.80(
80
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Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services

1902 Vandalia Street, Suite 100
3.80(
80
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
202 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services takes pride in being your preferred local plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians! In fact, more homeowners in the St. Louis Metro East & Central Illinois communities we serve, say they would call us again before any other plumbing, electrical, heating, or air conditioning service!

"This company is outstanding. I can not sing them enough praises."

Jacqueline W on May 2025

Tiger Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services takes pride in being your preferred local plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians! In fact, more homeowners in the St. Louis Metro East & Central Illinois communities we serve, say they would call us again before any other plumbing, electrical, heating, or air conditioning service!

"This company is outstanding. I can not sing them enough praises."

Jacqueline W on May 2025


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Jarvis Electric Inc

1604 N Illinois St
4.47(
19
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Jarvis Electric Inc

1604 N Illinois St
4.47(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
54 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

Jarvis electric is a local family owned and operated business. We take pride in performing quality electric work at a reasonable price. We have over twenty years of experience in the electrical field. Honesty and integrity are two qualities we believe help to build a successful business. At Jarvis Electric we are building relationships, one job at a time. Update: We are currently not servicing East St. Louis.

"Jarvis Electric did all of the electric for our new build and has come back to add additional items that we have added since we have been in the home. Super responsive and quick to complete all requested work. Top notch service. Extremely reasonable price. I appreciate that they always keep a clean worksite and never leave a mess, even if coming back the next day to finish a job. I have not only used them for my home but referred them to my mom and dad as well when they needed work done. Great company with great people and really easy to deal with. They truly went above and beyond."

Keith J on June 2023

Jarvis electric is a local family owned and operated business. We take pride in performing quality electric work at a reasonable price. We have over twenty years of experience in the electrical field. Honesty and integrity are two qualities we believe help to build a successful business. At Jarvis Electric we are building relationships, one job at a time. Update: We are currently not servicing East St. Louis.

"Jarvis Electric did all of the electric for our new build and has come back to add additional items that we have added since we have been in the home. Super responsive and quick to complete all requested work. Top notch service. Extremely reasonable price. I appreciate that they always keep a clean worksite and never leave a mess, even if coming back the next day to finish a job. I have not only used them for my home but referred them to my mom and dad as well when they needed work done. Great company with great people and really easy to deal with. They truly went above and beyond."

Keith J on June 2023


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Accent Tel USA

3501 Bessie Coleman Blvd, Suite 25203
4.89(
9
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Accent Tel USA

3501 Bessie Coleman Blvd, Suite 25203
4.89(
9
)
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


Electric Vehicle Charging Station, LLC

26 Elmdale Lane
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

Electric Vehicle Charging Station, LLC

26 Elmdale Lane
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!


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SOHO Solutions

3263 Yorkchester Dr
5.00(
3
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SOHO Solutions

3263 Yorkchester Dr
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

SOHO Solutions is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Excellent work and excellent rate. Will use again in a few weeks."

Leroy G on March 2022

SOHO Solutions is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Excellent work and excellent rate. Will use again in a few weeks."

Leroy G on March 2022


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Middle Man Maintenance LLC

433 Douglas Ave
4.91(
11
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Middle Man Maintenance LLC

433 Douglas Ave
4.91(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
24 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Middle Man Maintenance LLC is a small business that is dedicated to helping you out, at half the price of big business'. My services include: heating and cooling, painting, flooring, fixture install, outlets, gutter cleaning, gardening or horticultural, as well as deck repair.

"Taylor arrived when he said he would. Knowledgeable and fully prepared with all the tools and materials he needed for the job. Nice guy, easy to talk to and work with."

Randy C on September 2025

Middle Man Maintenance LLC is a small business that is dedicated to helping you out, at half the price of big business'. My services include: heating and cooling, painting, flooring, fixture install, outlets, gutter cleaning, gardening or horticultural, as well as deck repair.

"Taylor arrived when he said he would. Knowledgeable and fully prepared with all the tools and materials he needed for the job. Nice guy, easy to talk to and work with."

Randy C on September 2025


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C&R Communications

3646 Arpent Street
4.86(
11
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C&R Communications

3646 Arpent Street
4.86(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

At C&R Communications, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.

"showed up on time stayed until got everything figured out and installed"

Dave B on July 2023

At C&R Communications, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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.

"showed up on time stayed until got everything figured out and installed"

Dave B on July 2023


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Jarvis Electric

118 Old Collinsville Road
4.84(
103
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Approved Pro

Jarvis Electric

118 Old Collinsville Road
4.84(
103
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
85 local quotes requested

Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc. has over a decade of experience with new home electric services, commercial building electric services, installation of upgrades and maintenance, industrial applications, solar energy installations and lighting upgrade applications. We are dedicated to providing you with all electrical solutions to make your home comfortable, efficient, and updated. We have the skills to complete unique installations and troubleshoot the most complex situation. We are a small company that allows competitive pricing with outstanding results. W e will focus on all customers unique needs one job at a time. We want to build lasting relationships with trust and confidence so that Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc . will be your electrical contractor for life.

"Had a small project of installing two additional outlets and fixing an existing outlet in a sunroom. They were courteous and professional and they handled the job with ease."

Guy A on February 2019

Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc. has over a decade of experience with new home electric services, commercial building electric services, installation of upgrades and maintenance, industrial applications, solar energy installations and lighting upgrade applications. We are dedicated to providing you with all electrical solutions to make your home comfortable, efficient, and updated. We have the skills to complete unique installations and troubleshoot the most complex situation. We are a small company that allows competitive pricing with outstanding results. W e will focus on all customers unique needs one job at a time. We want to build lasting relationships with trust and confidence so that Jarvis Electrical Contracting, Inc . will be your electrical contractor for life.

"Had a small project of installing two additional outlets and fixing an existing outlet in a sunroom. They were courteous and professional and they handled the job with ease."

Guy A on February 2019


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Hoffmann Brothers

1643 Tower Grove Avenue
4.58(
24
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Approved Pro

Hoffmann Brothers

1643 Tower Grove Avenue
4.58(
24
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
14 local quotes requested
45 years of experience

Hoffmann Brothers provides top-quality electrical services for residential and commercial customers across the St. Louis area. From emergency repairs to upgrades that enhance convenience and efficiency, our licensed and highly trained electricians handle it all. Whether you need new lighting, ceiling fans, USB outlets, service panel upgrades, generators, exhaust fans, or access controls, we ensure safe, professional installations and repairs. Trust Hoffmann Brothers for reliable, expert electrical solutions that keep your home or business powered and protected.

"They do good work, but more $ than I anticipated."

Laurie K on March 2024

Hoffmann Brothers provides top-quality electrical services for residential and commercial customers across the St. Louis area. From emergency repairs to upgrades that enhance convenience and efficiency, our licensed and highly trained electricians handle it all. Whether you need new lighting, ceiling fans, USB outlets, service panel upgrades, generators, exhaust fans, or access controls, we ensure safe, professional installations and repairs. Trust Hoffmann Brothers for reliable, expert electrical solutions that keep your home or business powered and protected.

"They do good work, but more $ than I anticipated."

Laurie K on March 2024


"They performed everything they said would do."

Andrew H on August 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!

"They performed everything they said would do."

Andrew H on August 2023

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

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.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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. 

The Smithton, IL homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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