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Wert Electric LLC

4.86(
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Wert Electric LLC

4.86(
174
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
177 local quotes requested

Specializing in Electrical. 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 our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"Brian's team were friendly, courteous, experienced and efficient."

Sharon S on July 2025

Specializing in Electrical. 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 our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"Brian's team were friendly, courteous, experienced and efficient."

Sharon S on July 2025


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R&S Contracting Indy

4.91(
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R&S Contracting Indy

4.91(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

With over 6 years of industry experience in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical , 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. We are also graduates of the Associated Builders and Contractors Electrical Apprentice program and have fulfilled our journeyman requirements.

"Did a complete remodel for our home"

Kimberly S on October 2024

With over 6 years of industry experience in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical , 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. We are also graduates of the Associated Builders and Contractors Electrical Apprentice program and have fulfilled our journeyman requirements.

"Did a complete remodel for our home"

Kimberly S on October 2024


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Power Logic, LLC

4.86(
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Power Logic, LLC

4.86(
21
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

We at Power Logic, LLC, focus on quality electrical projects over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"Randy is a nice guy. He was on-time and completed the work quickly. I had power run from my house to my detached garage and also had some LED lights installed inside the garage and a motion light on the exterior. The placement of the lights was perfect. They cleaned up after themselves as well. I was not a huge fan of the finish work where the connection was made from the house or through the garage but everything is working correctly, and we have power. I would definitely use him again but would probably discuss in more detail exactly how things will be done before having him start the work."

Steve W on September 2018

We at Power Logic, LLC, focus on quality electrical projects over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"Randy is a nice guy. He was on-time and completed the work quickly. I had power run from my house to my detached garage and also had some LED lights installed inside the garage and a motion light on the exterior. The placement of the lights was perfect. They cleaned up after themselves as well. I was not a huge fan of the finish work where the connection was made from the house or through the garage but everything is working correctly, and we have power. I would definitely use him again but would probably discuss in more detail exactly how things will be done before having him start the work."

Steve W on September 2018


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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
297
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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
297
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
198 local quotes requested

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024


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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

5.00(
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 local quotes requested

With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"The install was scheduled and completed quickly. The lightning rods and cable look neat and tidy along the roof. Mr. Hamilton was friendly and efficient."

Valerie J on July 2022

With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"The install was scheduled and completed quickly. The lightning rods and cable look neat and tidy along the roof. Mr. Hamilton was friendly and efficient."

Valerie J on July 2022


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Maynor Construction, LLC

4.73(
32
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Maynor Construction, LLC

4.73(
32
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 local quotes requested

We take great 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.

"My family experienced water and wind damage earlier this year. We had to be placed in a hotel. After reaching out to numerous companies, we chose Maynor construction. I am glad we did!! If it wasnâ t for Maynor and his staff, I wouldnâ t have made it. The process was long and depressing because of being away from home. However Maynor and his staff reassured me. They showed patience with me and worked hand and hand with my insurance company with getting my home repaired in a timely manner. Thank you Maynor! I truly feel like we are family!"

Markeisha D on October 2023

We take great 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.

"My family experienced water and wind damage earlier this year. We had to be placed in a hotel. After reaching out to numerous companies, we chose Maynor construction. I am glad we did!! If it wasnâ t for Maynor and his staff, I wouldnâ t have made it. The process was long and depressing because of being away from home. However Maynor and his staff reassured me. They showed patience with me and worked hand and hand with my insurance company with getting my home repaired in a timely manner. Thank you Maynor! I truly feel like we are family!"

Markeisha D on October 2023


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Certified Electric, LLC

5.00(
3
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Certified Electric, LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
135 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

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!

"They were prompt messaging me back and to get scheduled for a ceiling fan installation. He helped me figure out what size fan to buy. I really appreciated that the owner was upfront about the cost to install the ceiling fan, and it was reasonable. The job was done super quick and is working great!"

Meranda A 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!

"They were prompt messaging me back and to get scheduled for a ceiling fan installation. He helped me figure out what size fan to buy. I really appreciated that the owner was upfront about the cost to install the ceiling fan, and it was reasonable. The job was done super quick and is working great!"

Meranda A on June 2025


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Joe Schmo Electrical Services

4.96(
186
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Joe Schmo Electrical Services

4.96(
186
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
142 local quotes requested

When you need comprehensive electrical work for your home or business, don’t trust any schmo electrician! Trust Joe Schmo Electrical Services to get the job done right on time, every time! Our company has over 25 years of combined experience in the industry and offers a variety of exceptional electrical services at prices you can afford. From electrical storm damage repair to dimming lighting systems, replacing residential wiring in older homes to panel service and upgrades, installing new lighting fixtures to replacing existing fixtures, Joe Schmo Electrical Services has the knowledge, experience, talent, and tools to provide you the highest quality service in the industry. At Joe Schmo Electrical, we take an educational approach to electrical work. We take the time to sit with you, explain your best options, and schedule an appointment that works around your busy schedule. We don’t believe in high pressure sales tactics or aggressive tricks; just the simple philosophy of impeccable service and honest, personalized interactions. When you need the best electrical work in the Indianapolis, IN. and surrounding areas, backed by a sterling reputation for unrivaled results, turn to the company with the famous name. Turn to Joe Schmo Electrical for all your project needs.

"He did an outstanding job!!"

Eugene W on September 2025

When you need comprehensive electrical work for your home or business, don’t trust any schmo electrician! Trust Joe Schmo Electrical Services to get the job done right on time, every time! Our company has over 25 years of combined experience in the industry and offers a variety of exceptional electrical services at prices you can afford. From electrical storm damage repair to dimming lighting systems, replacing residential wiring in older homes to panel service and upgrades, installing new lighting fixtures to replacing existing fixtures, Joe Schmo Electrical Services has the knowledge, experience, talent, and tools to provide you the highest quality service in the industry. At Joe Schmo Electrical, we take an educational approach to electrical work. We take the time to sit with you, explain your best options, and schedule an appointment that works around your busy schedule. We don’t believe in high pressure sales tactics or aggressive tricks; just the simple philosophy of impeccable service and honest, personalized interactions. When you need the best electrical work in the Indianapolis, IN. and surrounding areas, backed by a sterling reputation for unrivaled results, turn to the company with the famous name. Turn to Joe Schmo Electrical for all your project needs.

"He did an outstanding job!!"

Eugene W on September 2025


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Generator Supercenter of Indianapolis

5.00(
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Generator Supercenter of Indianapolis

5.00(
1
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Leader in the whole home generators, our top-of-the line Generac generators, along with our skilled technicians and electricians, effectively ensure that you're never left in the dark. Turnkey installation and service of Generac brand generators for your home. We have a team of manufacture certified technicians and state certified electricians and plumbers. We provide free in-home consultations to determine which generator is best suited for your home and budget. We are a fully insured company that is family owned and operated.

"The entire process was amazing. This is a top notch company. They are very passionate about the work they do. Everyone in the company the I interacted with was professional, very knowledgeable, and polite. I couldn’t be more pleased. I would highly recommend their services to any family member or friend."

Scott A on July 2022

Leader in the whole home generators, our top-of-the line Generac generators, along with our skilled technicians and electricians, effectively ensure that you're never left in the dark. Turnkey installation and service of Generac brand generators for your home. We have a team of manufacture certified technicians and state certified electricians and plumbers. We provide free in-home consultations to determine which generator is best suited for your home and budget. We are a fully insured company that is family owned and operated.

"The entire process was amazing. This is a top notch company. They are very passionate about the work they do. Everyone in the company the I interacted with was professional, very knowledgeable, and polite. I couldn’t be more pleased. I would highly recommend their services to any family member or friend."

Scott A on July 2022


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Diverse Fabrication and Electrical Services

5.00(
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Diverse Fabrication and Electrical Services

5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over 25 yrs experience, we offer full service, professional electrical services for residential, multi-unit housing, and commercial purposes. Projects include wiring, service upgrades, data, home networks, security, and surveillance. We look forward to working with you! We are licensed, bonded and insured.

"Phenomenal! I sent a message through My Chart on a Sunday evening to 3-4 electricians, hoping for a Monday morning response, but I got a response 30 minutes later with an offer to be at my house on Monday morning! They identified the problem and fixed it all within 1 hour. The customer service from beginning to end was outstanding."

Dawn H on August 2020

With over 25 yrs experience, we offer full service, professional electrical services for residential, multi-unit housing, and commercial purposes. Projects include wiring, service upgrades, data, home networks, security, and surveillance. We look forward to working with you! We are licensed, bonded and insured.

"Phenomenal! I sent a message through My Chart on a Sunday evening to 3-4 electricians, hoping for a Monday morning response, but I got a response 30 minutes later with an offer to be at my house on Monday morning! They identified the problem and fixed it all within 1 hour. The customer service from beginning to end was outstanding."

Dawn H on August 2020

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

The Franklin, IN homeowners’ guide to generator installs

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.