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NETR Inc

4.79(
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NETR Inc

4.79(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
243 local quotes requested

For emergency services, please call 781-933-6387. N.E.T.R., Inc. is here to help homeowners install the best heating and cooling systems that fits their needs. Since 1989, we’ve installed heating and cooling systems in Boston and its surrounding areas, tackling tough problems that our clients face. Our goal is to ensure our clients have energy efficient, quiet, reliable systems so they can live their lives to the fullest both at home and at work. Our dedication to our customers’ needs is what drives us each and every day. Our approach to temperature control and comfort has helped us become one of the most respected names in heating, cooling, and refrigeration in New England

"Before installing a mini-split, the sales person told me that I'd need to cut down an interior shelf to a specific height. I paid a handyman $400 to do exactly what the sales person instructed. Later on, N.E.T.R. came and did the installation; however, AFTER the installation, a technician told me that they hadn't accounted for the vent opening and closing and that the shelf would need to be further cut down. As you can imagine, this type of service is rather ridiculous. If they knew that the shelf would need further cutting, they should have NOT installed the unit. I have called N.E.T.R. six (6) times in three weeks, and no one has called me back about this issue. After paying for the unit and for a handyman, it's ridiculous that I have AC that is compromised because no one with the company thought to properly measure the space so that the work by the handyman could be done once. At this point, I'd like for N.E.T.R. to take care of this for me."

Linda O on June 2025

For emergency services, please call 781-933-6387. N.E.T.R., Inc. is here to help homeowners install the best heating and cooling systems that fits their needs. Since 1989, we’ve installed heating and cooling systems in Boston and its surrounding areas, tackling tough problems that our clients face. Our goal is to ensure our clients have energy efficient, quiet, reliable systems so they can live their lives to the fullest both at home and at work. Our dedication to our customers’ needs is what drives us each and every day. Our approach to temperature control and comfort has helped us become one of the most respected names in heating, cooling, and refrigeration in New England

"Before installing a mini-split, the sales person told me that I'd need to cut down an interior shelf to a specific height. I paid a handyman $400 to do exactly what the sales person instructed. Later on, N.E.T.R. came and did the installation; however, AFTER the installation, a technician told me that they hadn't accounted for the vent opening and closing and that the shelf would need to be further cut down. As you can imagine, this type of service is rather ridiculous. If they knew that the shelf would need further cutting, they should have NOT installed the unit. I have called N.E.T.R. six (6) times in three weeks, and no one has called me back about this issue. After paying for the unit and for a handyman, it's ridiculous that I have AC that is compromised because no one with the company thought to properly measure the space so that the work by the handyman could be done once. At this point, I'd like for N.E.T.R. to take care of this for me."

Linda O on June 2025


Hills Electric LLC

4.50(
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Hills Electric LLC

4.50(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"They are very pleasant, efficient, and they stay by their words. They answer their phone calls and call back in a timely manner."

Rebecca H on November 2017

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"They are very pleasant, efficient, and they stay by their words. They answer their phone calls and call back in a timely manner."

Rebecca H on November 2017


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Net DirXions, Inc.

5.00(
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Net DirXions, Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

Commercial Business Only. Our Team is as diverse as you need it to be. Our Help Desk Team can help your employees with their desktop support issues, such as MS Office, Gmail, and much more. We provide immediate access to our live IT support professional via telephone, chat, or e-mail 24 hours a day. Our Advisory Team can guide management as to how your company can move forward with new technology. We recognized the fundamental challenges of small to medium sized businesses to support an IT infrastructure as well implement, integrate and support cloud-based solutions. The benefits of partnering with NDX and using our NDX Cloud Platform Services removes the need of maintaining in-house skilled technical staff, allows for the focus on your business and not technology, predictable IT budgets and enables business flexibility and mobility.

"They were very professional and went far beyond what I expected. I'm am an architect and paying attention to detail is very important to me. I was very impressed and would highly recommend them to anyone. C D Calhoun"

CD C on September 2023

Commercial Business Only. Our Team is as diverse as you need it to be. Our Help Desk Team can help your employees with their desktop support issues, such as MS Office, Gmail, and much more. We provide immediate access to our live IT support professional via telephone, chat, or e-mail 24 hours a day. Our Advisory Team can guide management as to how your company can move forward with new technology. We recognized the fundamental challenges of small to medium sized businesses to support an IT infrastructure as well implement, integrate and support cloud-based solutions. The benefits of partnering with NDX and using our NDX Cloud Platform Services removes the need of maintaining in-house skilled technical staff, allows for the focus on your business and not technology, predictable IT budgets and enables business flexibility and mobility.

"They were very professional and went far beyond what I expected. I'm am an architect and paying attention to detail is very important to me. I was very impressed and would highly recommend them to anyone. C D Calhoun"

CD C on September 2023


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JBJ Systems, Inc.

New on AngiNew on Angi
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JBJ Systems, Inc.

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4 years of experience

JBJ SYSTEMS provides innovative security systems, including video surveillance and access control, as well as advanced structured cabling and network solutions. Our expert technicians bring together experience and knowledge with trusted solutions, delivering results on time and on budget.

JBJ SYSTEMS provides innovative security systems, including video surveillance and access control, as well as advanced structured cabling and network solutions. Our expert technicians bring together experience and knowledge with trusted solutions, delivering results on time and on budget.


Matthew Decicco

5.00(
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Matthew Decicco

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

Matthew Decicco, is a well established electrician in Reading, offering the finest in craftsmanship and quality. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched! For the best of the best, call Matthew Decicco Electric, for your next project!

"Very responsive and did everything that I asked for."

Joey C on April 2021

Matthew Decicco, is a well established electrician in Reading, offering the finest in craftsmanship and quality. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched! For the best of the best, call Matthew Decicco Electric, for your next project!

"Very responsive and did everything that I asked for."

Joey C on April 2021


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Hoover Home Systems Inc

5.00(
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Hoover Home Systems Inc

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 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.

"Fairly priced...great communication. Work was completed in a timely manner. Highly recommended."

Charles B on March 2008

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.

"Fairly priced...great communication. Work was completed in a timely manner. Highly recommended."

Charles B on March 2008


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Wetmore Electric, Inc.

4.91(
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Wetmore Electric, Inc.

4.91(
22
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

Wetmore Electric Inc is an electrical contractor / electrician serving the Peabody, MA area. Our services include electric, commercial electric, electric repair, wiring, lighting installation, security lighting, generator installation, panel upgrades, energy efficient lighting, ceiling fan installation and network wiring. We serve Boston, Cambridge, Lynn, Somerville, Malden, Medford, Peabody, Revere, Salem, Beverly, Everett, Woburn, Chelsea, North Andover, Melrose, Saugus, Danvers, Wakefield, Reading, Stoneham, Wilmington, Winchester, Marblehead, Winthrop, Swampscott, North Reading, Ipswich, Lynnfield, South Hamilton, Boxford, Middleton, Georgetown, Topsfield, Rowley, Manchester, Wenham, Nahant, Essex, Byfield, East Arlington, East Boston, East Cambridge, East Lynn, Hamilton, Harvard Square, Hathorne, Manchester by the Sea, North Cambridge, Prides Crossing, South Boston, West Boxford, West Lynn, West Medford, West Somerville and Winter Hill.

"Highly recommend and will use again"

Joe B on October 2022

Wetmore Electric Inc is an electrical contractor / electrician serving the Peabody, MA area. Our services include electric, commercial electric, electric repair, wiring, lighting installation, security lighting, generator installation, panel upgrades, energy efficient lighting, ceiling fan installation and network wiring. We serve Boston, Cambridge, Lynn, Somerville, Malden, Medford, Peabody, Revere, Salem, Beverly, Everett, Woburn, Chelsea, North Andover, Melrose, Saugus, Danvers, Wakefield, Reading, Stoneham, Wilmington, Winchester, Marblehead, Winthrop, Swampscott, North Reading, Ipswich, Lynnfield, South Hamilton, Boxford, Middleton, Georgetown, Topsfield, Rowley, Manchester, Wenham, Nahant, Essex, Byfield, East Arlington, East Boston, East Cambridge, East Lynn, Hamilton, Harvard Square, Hathorne, Manchester by the Sea, North Cambridge, Prides Crossing, South Boston, West Boxford, West Lynn, West Medford, West Somerville and Winter Hill.

"Highly recommend and will use again"

Joe B on October 2022


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EITS

5.00(
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EITS

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

Executive IT Strategies is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 20 years of experience in computer networking.. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Smooth process from beginning to end. Bruce and his team were attentive and thorough. A pleasure!"

Craig F on May 2024

Executive IT Strategies is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 20 years of experience in computer networking.. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Smooth process from beginning to end. Bruce and his team were attentive and thorough. A pleasure!"

Craig F on May 2024


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Wetmore Electric Inc

5.00(
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Wetmore Electric Inc

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
52 local quotes requested

At Wetmore Electric Inc, we are committed to delivering top-quality service and lasting results. As a locally owned and operated business, we take pride in building strong client relationships through reliable workmanship and meticulous attention to detail. We stand by our work and won’t consider the job complete until it meets the highest standards. Reach out today to schedule your free estimate and see the difference dedication makes.

"Great work!"

Eric C on November 2024

At Wetmore Electric Inc, we are committed to delivering top-quality service and lasting results. As a locally owned and operated business, we take pride in building strong client relationships through reliable workmanship and meticulous attention to detail. We stand by our work and won’t consider the job complete until it meets the highest standards. Reach out today to schedule your free estimate and see the difference dedication makes.

"Great work!"

Eric C on November 2024


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Mr. Electric of Peabody-Danvers

5.00(
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Mr. Electric of Peabody-Danvers

5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
45 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Residential & Commercial Electrical Services in Peabody-Danvers From panel upgrades to circuit breaker repairs, ceiling fan installations, and generator service, we offer qualified electricians and excellent customer service! World-class customer service is a top priority. We help keep your home safe and treat your property with respect, leaving your place in great condition and without a trace left behind.

"Jamie and his team did a great job. Timely and great communication. Would highly recommend"

Evan R on October 2025

Residential & Commercial Electrical Services in Peabody-Danvers From panel upgrades to circuit breaker repairs, ceiling fan installations, and generator service, we offer qualified electricians and excellent customer service! World-class customer service is a top priority. We help keep your home safe and treat your property with respect, leaving your place in great condition and without a trace left behind.

"Jamie and his team did a great job. Timely and great communication. Would highly recommend"

Evan R on October 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

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.

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. 

While the rating will tell you how many watts the refrigerator needs at the peak of its cycle, it requires additional wattage to start. At the bare minimum, you’ll need a 1,500-watt generator to get the fridge up and running after a blackout. A 2,000-watt generator should be sufficient for most home refrigerators.

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

The Essex, MA homeowners’ guide to generator installs

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