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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

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Hamilton Lightning Rods

4.91(
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Hamilton Lightning Rods

4.91(
184
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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

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Southern Air of New Orleans

4.51(
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Southern Air of New Orleans

4.51(
138
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Customers say: Quality work
62 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Striving to be the best heating and air conditioning company in New Orleans by offering quality service at reasonable prices, free estimates for replacement systems and design services for your new construction home or business. Serving Greater New Orleans, the North Shore and the Westbank, Surgi's is never more than a phone call away for service of any brand of equipment. Call 469-4232 or 985-624-9333. 16-20 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO ADDITIONAL TRAVEL CHARGES. NO ADDITIONAL SERVICE FEE. ADDITIONAL PH#: NEW ORLEANS (504)899-9600, METAIRIE: (504)888-0086, MANDEVILLE: (504)624-9333, SLIDELL: (504)641-3442. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL.

"Do NOT use Surgi’s AC (Southern Air)!! They are crooks and totally wasted my time and I’m still waiting for them to refund my money. Eddie gave me a quote to move my condenser, $3763 but I could get a $513 “discount” for getting a membership with them ($239 for 2 AC PM’s a year) which came out to $3249. So I paid $239 to get membership and then they send a new quote and voila! No discount. They also charged me $89 for “service call” to come give me estimate to do work which they didn’t tell me about when I called. (My unit wasn’t broken, I just wanted it relocated in my yard.) Then no one will return my calls for two days!!! I finally got through to a manager (“we do honor our quotes, we just had a glitch in the system”) and I should be getting a refund after almost a week and half a dozen unanswered calls. Stay away!"

Jane M on July 2025

Striving to be the best heating and air conditioning company in New Orleans by offering quality service at reasonable prices, free estimates for replacement systems and design services for your new construction home or business. Serving Greater New Orleans, the North Shore and the Westbank, Surgi's is never more than a phone call away for service of any brand of equipment. Call 469-4232 or 985-624-9333. 16-20 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO ADDITIONAL TRAVEL CHARGES. NO ADDITIONAL SERVICE FEE. ADDITIONAL PH#: NEW ORLEANS (504)899-9600, METAIRIE: (504)888-0086, MANDEVILLE: (504)624-9333, SLIDELL: (504)641-3442. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL.

"Do NOT use Surgi’s AC (Southern Air)!! They are crooks and totally wasted my time and I’m still waiting for them to refund my money. Eddie gave me a quote to move my condenser, $3763 but I could get a $513 “discount” for getting a membership with them ($239 for 2 AC PM’s a year) which came out to $3249. So I paid $239 to get membership and then they send a new quote and voila! No discount. They also charged me $89 for “service call” to come give me estimate to do work which they didn’t tell me about when I called. (My unit wasn’t broken, I just wanted it relocated in my yard.) Then no one will return my calls for two days!!! I finally got through to a manager (“we do honor our quotes, we just had a glitch in the system”) and I should be getting a refund after almost a week and half a dozen unanswered calls. Stay away!"

Jane M on July 2025

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Corrigan, LLC

4.92(
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Corrigan, LLC

4.92(
19
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
72 years of experience

J Corrigan Lightning Rods Has been in business for over 50 plus years. We specialize in all your lighting rod needs. We also provide high quality customer service. We do service in the states of Texas, Colorado, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Mississippi and Alabama. Please give us a call today.

"Friendly and nice people never tired to answer my stupid questions"

Thomas N on September 2022

J Corrigan Lightning Rods Has been in business for over 50 plus years. We specialize in all your lighting rod needs. We also provide high quality customer service. We do service in the states of Texas, Colorado, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Mississippi and Alabama. Please give us a call today.

"Friendly and nice people never tired to answer my stupid questions"

Thomas N on September 2022

B Powered Electric

4.96(
23
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B Powered Electric

4.96(
23
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

-Residential and Commercial Electrical Contracting -3rd Generation Electrical Company -Over 30 years of experience in New Orleans Area Homes -Standby Generator Installs -Generac Generators -Kohler Generators -Cummins Generators -Briggs and Stratton Generators -24hr Emergency Service -Breaker Panels -Surge Protectors -Troubleshooting -Remodels and New Construction -Small and Large Projects -Interior and Exterior Lighting -Security Cameras

"Brandon and crew did a great job"

Reuben L on April 2023

-Residential and Commercial Electrical Contracting -3rd Generation Electrical Company -Over 30 years of experience in New Orleans Area Homes -Standby Generator Installs -Generac Generators -Kohler Generators -Cummins Generators -Briggs and Stratton Generators -24hr Emergency Service -Breaker Panels -Surge Protectors -Troubleshooting -Remodels and New Construction -Small and Large Projects -Interior and Exterior Lighting -Security Cameras

"Brandon and crew did a great job"

Reuben L on April 2023

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Accent Tel USA

4.89(
9
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Accent Tel USA

4.89(
9
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
17 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

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Donohue's Lightning Rods

4.89(
50
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Donohue's Lightning Rods

4.89(
50
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
55 years of experience

The modern suburban and small town home of today has become an ideal lightning target. The home owner would do well to recognize lightning for the destructive force that it is and protect against this major life and fire hazard. Donohue's Lightning Rods is based in Missouri, near the factory where most of the residential and commercial lightning rod supplies are manufactured. Jim travels regularly to Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New York. Call today to find out when Jim will be in your area. For installations outside Missouri, Kansas, or Texas, Jim waits until there are a few customers lined up, thus being able to provide the same quality services at affordable prices. **WE DO NOT DO ELECTRICAL SERVICES.** (ONLY LIGHTNING RODS)

"The job was beautifully and professionally done. I have a zero scape yard and the gentleman was concerned about disturbing the gravel when putting the rod into the ground. WOW!!!!"

Debra D on June 2025

The modern suburban and small town home of today has become an ideal lightning target. The home owner would do well to recognize lightning for the destructive force that it is and protect against this major life and fire hazard. Donohue's Lightning Rods is based in Missouri, near the factory where most of the residential and commercial lightning rod supplies are manufactured. Jim travels regularly to Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New York. Call today to find out when Jim will be in your area. For installations outside Missouri, Kansas, or Texas, Jim waits until there are a few customers lined up, thus being able to provide the same quality services at affordable prices. **WE DO NOT DO ELECTRICAL SERVICES.** (ONLY LIGHTNING RODS)

"The job was beautifully and professionally done. I have a zero scape yard and the gentleman was concerned about disturbing the gravel when putting the rod into the ground. WOW!!!!"

Debra D on June 2025

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Cornerstone Home Repairs

5.00(
4
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Cornerstone Home Repairs

5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Cornerstone Home Repair specializes in a wide variety of handyman services. Including but not limited to fixture replacement, appliance installs, painting, drywall repair, minor plumbing, minor electrical, fire pits and much more.

"They were promptly, it was really great"

Donna P on November 2025

Cornerstone Home Repair specializes in a wide variety of handyman services. Including but not limited to fixture replacement, appliance installs, painting, drywall repair, minor plumbing, minor electrical, fire pits and much more.

"They were promptly, it was really great"

Donna P on November 2025

Bernard Blanchard Electric

4.43(
7
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Bernard Blanchard Electric

4.43(
7
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
40 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Bernard Blanchard Electric is an locally owned and operated full service electrical company with over 25 years of dedication to serving the residents of New Orleans and the surrounding parishes. Bernard is the sole owner and work force of the company. Bernard Blanchard Electric is State Licensed and carries parish licenses as well along with worker's compensation and liability insurance. Saturday appointments are available.

"Excellent service."

cassie w on October 2020

Bernard Blanchard Electric is an locally owned and operated full service electrical company with over 25 years of dedication to serving the residents of New Orleans and the surrounding parishes. Bernard is the sole owner and work force of the company. Bernard Blanchard Electric is State Licensed and carries parish licenses as well along with worker's compensation and liability insurance. Saturday appointments are available.

"Excellent service."

cassie w on October 2020

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4LP, LLC

5.00(
7
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4LP, LLC

5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 years of experience

4LP, LLC specializes in generator maintenance and installation, lightning protection, and surge protection for commercial and residential clients. We are always focused on developing innovative, customer-centric solutions. Experts in the field, we strive to combine the latest and greatest in technology with second-to-none customer service. We are very detailed and quality-oriented, providing outstanding services for each and every project that we handle. We also provide superior service at reasonable prices. Often, a complete lightning protection plan will afford many homeowners a 15% discount on their homeowners policy. Call 4LP, LLC today for scheduling and more information on our services. Company references are available upon customer request.

"Real pros which really counts in such critical systems"

Bruce P on August 2019

4LP, LLC specializes in generator maintenance and installation, lightning protection, and surge protection for commercial and residential clients. We are always focused on developing innovative, customer-centric solutions. Experts in the field, we strive to combine the latest and greatest in technology with second-to-none customer service. We are very detailed and quality-oriented, providing outstanding services for each and every project that we handle. We also provide superior service at reasonable prices. Often, a complete lightning protection plan will afford many homeowners a 15% discount on their homeowners policy. Call 4LP, LLC today for scheduling and more information on our services. Company references are available upon customer request.

"Real pros which really counts in such critical systems"

Bruce P on August 2019

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, whole-house generators run constantly for extended periods. Whole-house generators can run for longer periods of time than portable generators, but be careful. First, they may need regular applications of engine oil (as frequently as daily), depending on the engine design. Second, running constantly for several days will increase the wear and tear on the generator and shorten its lifespan.

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

Costs range from $500 to $2,500, depending on generator type and installation complexity.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

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