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United Lightning Rods

5.00(
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United Lightning Rods

5.00(
47
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
85 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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 oil 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.

"Awesome job! Friendly, fast, and expertly done work. Could not have asked for a better experience!"

William B on August 2025

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 oil 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.

"Awesome job! Friendly, fast, and expertly done work. Could not have asked for a better experience!"

William B on August 2025


"This company was dishonest and disrespectful. Under no circumstances do business with them. Exorbitant prices and hidden fees."

George J on November 2024

**For after hours/emergency service, call (225) 240-8478** Specializing in expert air conditioning, heating, electrical, and plumbing services, AccuTemp offers emergency service for Baton Rouge, New Orleans, the Northshore, and surrounding areas!

"This company was dishonest and disrespectful. Under no circumstances do business with them. Exorbitant prices and hidden fees."

George J on November 2024


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Hamilton Lightning Rods

4.91(
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Hamilton Lightning Rods

4.91(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
57 years of experience

4th. Generation in the Lightning Protection industry, Still Owned And Operated By The Hamilton Family. We use all American made parts that are U.L Listed materials. We Install lightning protection systems on homes - commercial buildings - oil field services - Industrial- ranches - farms -Golf Courses and trees. We Are A Proud Member Of U.L. (Underwriters Laboratories) And We Offer 96A Master Label Systems. Call for a free estimate.

"We had lightning rods installed at our home after having 2 previous lightning strikes. The first strike was minor, with only slight damage in the yard. The second was significant when a very large pine tree was hit close to our house causing various electrical issues in the home -- despite having a whole home surge protection system. Just months after having the lightning rods installed, lightning struck an even larger pine tree in our small back yard, Thankfully, the lightning rods saved us! It was a huge strike, and we had no damage at all in the house. These lightning rods were potentially life-saving."

Paula P on May 2024

4th. Generation in the Lightning Protection industry, Still Owned And Operated By The Hamilton Family. We use all American made parts that are U.L Listed materials. We Install lightning protection systems on homes - commercial buildings - oil field services - Industrial- ranches - farms -Golf Courses and trees. We Are A Proud Member Of U.L. (Underwriters Laboratories) And We Offer 96A Master Label Systems. Call for a free estimate.

"We had lightning rods installed at our home after having 2 previous lightning strikes. The first strike was minor, with only slight damage in the yard. The second was significant when a very large pine tree was hit close to our house causing various electrical issues in the home -- despite having a whole home surge protection system. Just months after having the lightning rods installed, lightning struck an even larger pine tree in our small back yard, Thankfully, the lightning rods saved us! It was a huge strike, and we had no damage at all in the house. These lightning rods were potentially life-saving."

Paula P on May 2024


Pete's Electric, LLC

4.98(
27
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Pete's Electric, LLC

4.98(
27
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated electrical company based out of Baton Rouge that values honesty and integrity and treats your home with the utmost care as if it were our own. We have over 10 years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next electrical project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Pete was excellent. Thought issue was a bad circuit breaker. Found issue was two wires grounded in attic that charred both. Builder put wires under a floor board that pinched into the wires over time. Pete took his time ruling out all the issues. He was courteous and well mannered. His background was a touching story of a great success. enjoyed his company. Price was very reasonable since he was here for about 2 hours. You will not go wrong with Pete"

Ellis P on November 2025

We are a locally owned and operated electrical company based out of Baton Rouge that values honesty and integrity and treats your home with the utmost care as if it were our own. We have over 10 years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next electrical project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Pete was excellent. Thought issue was a bad circuit breaker. Found issue was two wires grounded in attic that charred both. Builder put wires under a floor board that pinched into the wires over time. Pete took his time ruling out all the issues. He was courteous and well mannered. His background was a touching story of a great success. enjoyed his company. Price was very reasonable since he was here for about 2 hours. You will not go wrong with Pete"

Ellis P on November 2025


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MC-All Electric

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MC-All Electric

4.97(
40
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We are here to help with all your needs. 12 years of electrical experience in the residential and commercial world. There is no job to small or big we just want to make sure that your home is safe and we have done a good job. Also we will always try to work in your budget and make your lifestyle needs our first concern. And always and again thank you for your business.

"Great service and easy to communicate with. Very good at explaining the problem, the next steps toward the solution, and what to do incase the situation occurs again. I can easily recommend them to anyone I know needing electrical work in the future."

Jonathan T on May 2025

We are here to help with all your needs. 12 years of electrical experience in the residential and commercial world. There is no job to small or big we just want to make sure that your home is safe and we have done a good job. Also we will always try to work in your budget and make your lifestyle needs our first concern. And always and again thank you for your business.

"Great service and easy to communicate with. Very good at explaining the problem, the next steps toward the solution, and what to do incase the situation occurs again. I can easily recommend them to anyone I know needing electrical work in the future."

Jonathan T on May 2025


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Power Cross

4.91(
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Power Cross

4.91(
76
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

At Power Cross, 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.

"Keegan is great to work with! Very flexible and will give me the straight answers instead of trying to sell me stuff. Highly recommended for professionalism."

Nicole S on November 2024

At Power Cross, 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.

"Keegan is great to work with! Very flexible and will give me the straight answers instead of trying to sell me stuff. Highly recommended for professionalism."

Nicole S on November 2024


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Optimize EGS

4.91(
29
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Optimize EGS

4.91(
29
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

OPTIMIZE is your first choice for GENERAC Home Standby Generators. OPTIMIZE is a GENERAC Generator PowerPro PREMIER Dealer, allowing our team to design, install, & service generator projects with the full support of GENERAC. You will find our team will go the second mile for our customers. Our sales process is information based with the goal of educating the customer to make an informed decision. OPTIMIZE is a licensed Electrical & Gas Mechanical Contractor focused on providing Energy Generation technology for our customers. Our broad knowledge base allows us to service all of our customers power generation needs. Our office in Scott, LA is centrally located to serve the Acadiana Parishes & Southwest Louisiana, 337-345-8500 in Office/Warehouse in Scott, or 800.927.4832 [email protected], www.OptimizeGP.com/contact-us. We have 4 locations across south Louisiana to serve the whole I10 & I12 Corridor.

"Would rate hire but the job is not completed waiting for the gas to be installed."

Patrick P on December 2023

OPTIMIZE is your first choice for GENERAC Home Standby Generators. OPTIMIZE is a GENERAC Generator PowerPro PREMIER Dealer, allowing our team to design, install, & service generator projects with the full support of GENERAC. You will find our team will go the second mile for our customers. Our sales process is information based with the goal of educating the customer to make an informed decision. OPTIMIZE is a licensed Electrical & Gas Mechanical Contractor focused on providing Energy Generation technology for our customers. Our broad knowledge base allows us to service all of our customers power generation needs. Our office in Scott, LA is centrally located to serve the Acadiana Parishes & Southwest Louisiana, 337-345-8500 in Office/Warehouse in Scott, or 800.927.4832 [email protected], www.OptimizeGP.com/contact-us. We have 4 locations across south Louisiana to serve the whole I10 & I12 Corridor.

"Would rate hire but the job is not completed waiting for the gas to be installed."

Patrick P on December 2023


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Matrix Custom Wiring Solutions

5.00(
31
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Matrix Custom Wiring Solutions

5.00(
31
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

We specialize in low voltage cable and internet prewiring for new construction and renovations, TV mounting, security camera systems, and data networking. Call directly at 225-636-1612 to make an appointment for a free estimate. You can also contact by email [email protected], or on social media: Facebook- Matrix Custom Wiring solutions Instagram- @matrixwiring

"Mr Franklin worked very hard on my confounding issue, and stuck to it for 3 hours, eventually solving the problem."

David R on August 2025

We specialize in low voltage cable and internet prewiring for new construction and renovations, TV mounting, security camera systems, and data networking. Call directly at 225-636-1612 to make an appointment for a free estimate. You can also contact by email [email protected], or on social media: Facebook- Matrix Custom Wiring solutions Instagram- @matrixwiring

"Mr Franklin worked very hard on my confounding issue, and stuck to it for 3 hours, eventually solving the problem."

David R on August 2025


"They were a really good and reasonable price. They did excellent installing all my lights when I needed to change all my lights in my kitchen and bathroom I have no problems. They are professional and on time"

Louise K on September 2022

Steadfast Electric is a full service electrical contracting company. We have flexible hours, fair rates, and offer financing on certain services.

"They were a really good and reasonable price. They did excellent installing all my lights when I needed to change all my lights in my kitchen and bathroom I have no problems. They are professional and on time"

Louise K on September 2022


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Optimize Generator People

4.93(
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Optimize Generator People

4.93(
30
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

OPTIMIZE is your first choice for GENERAC Home Standby Generators. OPTIMIZE is a GENERAC Generator PowerPro PREMIER Dealer, allowing our team to design, install, & service generator projects with the full support of GENERAC. You will find our team will go the second mile for our customers. Our sales process is information based with the goal of educating the customer to make an informed decision. OPTIMIZE is a licensed Electrical & Gas Mechanical Contractor focused on providing Energy Generation technology for our customers. Our broad knowledge base allows us to service all of our customers power generation needs. We have 4 locations across south Louisiana to serve the whole I10 & I12 Corridor. Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Northshore and Kenner. 800.927.4832 [email protected], www.OptimizeGP.com/contact-us.

"Great install/product (so far—brand new unit): However, before Blizzard Jan 2025 heard Optimize electrical panel door rattling/“clanking” when I was outside wrapping pipes before blizzard—asked Optimize to check panel door to ensure it’s flush/secure so snow & ice cannot penetrate their electrical box since NEW. Optimize came to check & said there is nothing they can do with loose/rattling panel door, “not to worry”, that no moisture can get to wiring….?? Door is so loose, you barely press the door & it sinks in/a LOT of play. Tech said they have to “allow some air to get inside box”?? Optimize CHARGED me $150.00 to check loose electrical panel door & did not tighten door.. (DEMCO’s generator panel door, installed by Optimize’s electrical panel, is tight/no banging….??). There would be no banging if Optimize panel door was not loose! Once Generator is installed, you have to pay $150.00 for Optimize to come out to check anything you are concerned about with new Unit, post install."

Tamara B on February 2025

OPTIMIZE is your first choice for GENERAC Home Standby Generators. OPTIMIZE is a GENERAC Generator PowerPro PREMIER Dealer, allowing our team to design, install, & service generator projects with the full support of GENERAC. You will find our team will go the second mile for our customers. Our sales process is information based with the goal of educating the customer to make an informed decision. OPTIMIZE is a licensed Electrical & Gas Mechanical Contractor focused on providing Energy Generation technology for our customers. Our broad knowledge base allows us to service all of our customers power generation needs. We have 4 locations across south Louisiana to serve the whole I10 & I12 Corridor. Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Northshore and Kenner. 800.927.4832 [email protected], www.OptimizeGP.com/contact-us.

"Great install/product (so far—brand new unit): However, before Blizzard Jan 2025 heard Optimize electrical panel door rattling/“clanking” when I was outside wrapping pipes before blizzard—asked Optimize to check panel door to ensure it’s flush/secure so snow & ice cannot penetrate their electrical box since NEW. Optimize came to check & said there is nothing they can do with loose/rattling panel door, “not to worry”, that no moisture can get to wiring….?? Door is so loose, you barely press the door & it sinks in/a LOT of play. Tech said they have to “allow some air to get inside box”?? Optimize CHARGED me $150.00 to check loose electrical panel door & did not tighten door.. (DEMCO’s generator panel door, installed by Optimize’s electrical panel, is tight/no banging….??). There would be no banging if Optimize panel door was not loose! Once Generator is installed, you have to pay $150.00 for Optimize to come out to check anything you are concerned about with new Unit, post install."

Tamara B on February 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

As long as your generator is used as recommended by the manufacturer, it’s safe to use for auxiliary power. Make sure that fuel powered generators are used outdoors and that the fumes dissipate away from your home. A professional generator installer will ensure your generator’s placement and set-up meets safety standards when installing or repairing your back-up power source.

You can determine what size generator you need by listing the various appliances it will power during an outage. Write down the start-up watt usage, and then add them all together. 

A 7,500-watt generator will run your refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits without a problem. However, you’ll need an extra 3,000 to 4,500 watts to run your water heater and another 5,000 to 25,000 watts to run your electric furnace. In these instances, a whole-home generator is your best bet for running your critical equipment.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

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.

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