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B Powered Electric
4.7(
26
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Fixed Generator - InstallElectrical Wiring or Panel UpgradeFixed Generator - Repair+11 more

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Getting a whole house generator is a huge investment so I shopped around and got 4 quotes because of the wide range of cost estimates. Other people said the cost "would be around" an amount, and Brandon gave me a detailed exact price. Had people tell me different things about where I could put the generator. Brandon came out and explained everything and said I could put the generator where I wanted it. His crews (electrical, gas) were professional, appeared to know exactly what they were doing, worked efficiently, and left the job site very clean. Brandon provided everything I wanted--he has a long track record of installing generators, has been in business for many years, offered a 10 yr warranty, offers an annual check-up plan, and made sure I was happy with everything."
Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Power Cross
4.8(
83
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Fixed Generator - RepairGenerator - Repair - For Business

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"With everything going on in our world today it is nice to know that there are still some good quality trustworthy people out there. Got Power Cross off the internet to fix our home generator. Power Cross was not only quick to respond but repaired, cleaned, and gave us some knowledgeable information. Thanks POWER CROSS"
Portable fixed
Marine water cool generator
20 15kw home standby generator
Commercial unit
Marine engines

+10

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Bernard Blanchard Electric
4.4(
7
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station InstallationElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For BusinessElectric Vehicle Charging Station Installation - For Business - Materials Not Provided+10 more

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Well done. Bernard came over the same day that i called him! looked over the job and reviewed all connections and installed the system. Very professional. prompt, courteous and knowledgeable. I will look to him again for electrical work in New Orleans."
Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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G.E.M. Air & Electric, LLC
5.0(
8
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Electrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or RepairElectrical Switches, Outlets & Fixtures - Install or Repair - For Business

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ed and G.E.M Air and Electric have done AC repairs and maintenance for my home. They do amazing and efficient work to ensure everything is done properly. Ed is very professional and provides excellent customer service. I highly recommend using G.E.M. You will be taken care of and very satisfied with the job they do!"
GEM Install 1
GEM Install 1
GEM Install 1
Side discharge unit
Side discharge unit

+8

Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Donohue's Lightning Rods
4.3(
70
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The man who did the job were awesome. They were very thorough, professional, and speedy. They left our church grounds spotless. I could not recommend them highly enough."
Jobs from the last 3 year
Jobs from the last 3 year
Lightning protection
Lightning protection
Lightning protection

+10

Response time1 day
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Northshore Painting & Home Improvement
4.8(
283
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Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace

Serving Westwego, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They gave my house a wonderful refresh which included painting porch deck, side entrance deck, outside doors, large flower boxes, 8 decorative outdoor air vents, and stair/porch railings. They also power washed my house. They were very professional. Job well done!!!"
Painting - Exterior Project
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Electrical questions, answered by experts

If you need to run a wire from the meter to the breaker box, start by turning off the power using the main switch to avoid injury risks from live wires. Then, locate the ground wire from your meter and connect it to the ground bar of the breaker box. Connect the neutral wire using the same method to improve your circuit efficiency.

Next, locate the hot wires running from the main switch to the meter. To connect them to the correct terminals from meter to breaker, unscrew the nuts of the breaker hotwire terminals, insert the positive hotwire, and ensure it’s firmly attached. Finally, secure the wires with electrical tape and wire tie cables before re-securing your breaker box. Keep in mind that this process can be dangerous, so don’t hesitate to hire a local electrician.

No, there aren’t additional code requirements for kitchen lights. Kitchen lights and other electrical circuits in the kitchen have different code requirements. Outlets need to be particularly robust because of their frequency of use and proximity to liquids. If you need help determining where to install outlets in your kitchen, consult a local electrician who can ensure that placement is functional and up to code.

For a 200-amp underground service, you need a minimum of #2/0 American Wire Gauge (AWG) copper or #4/0 AWG aluminum or copper-clad wire. Don’t forget that, at minimum, you’ll need to use a 1 1/2-inch schedule 40 or 80 PVC conduit to successfully run a 200-amp underground service.

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.

There are a few telltale signs that it’s time for a replacement. You should consider an upgrade if:

  • Your panel is over 25 years old

  • You’re adding a new electrical system

  • Your current system doesn’t offer the power you need

  • Your home is a jungle of power strips

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