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Avatar for Paul Foley Electric Co., Inc.
Paul Foley Electric Co., Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Premier Energy Solutions, your comfort and safety come first. We protect your home or business with turnkey, worry-free generator installations, HVAC systems, and electrical work — all backed by unmatched reliability and value.\n\nEvery project is handled by licensed professionals using top installation practices. From backup power to heating and cooling to electrical upgrades, we make it seamless, professional, and built to last.\n\nSince 1992, Premier Energy Solutions has grown from a licensed electrical contractor into a full-service power, comfort, and safety provider. We deliver a complete, turnkey experience — design, permitting, installation, testing, and support.\nGenerators. HVAC. Electrical. One trusted team.

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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Champion Electrical Services Inc
5.0(
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Champion Electrical Services, we believe homeowners deserve better. No more no-shows, rushed work, or upsells you don't need. We built this company to do things right - with respect, craftsmanship, and pride. Every project is treated like it's being done in our own home: clean, code-compliant, and built to last. Whether you need a panel upgrade, EV charger, generator, or quick repair, we show up when it counts and earn your trust every time. \nLicensed, insured, and proudly serving MA & RI. \nWhen the lights go out, don't call just anyone. Call the Champ.\n\n(774) 331-3500 \nCalltheChamp.com \[email protected]

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Cotti-Johnson Heating-Cooling-Electrical
4.7(
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1948

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason and his team with Cotti-Johnson did an excellent job updating our electrical boxes, installing the washer/dryer hookup, and getting us setup with a generator! Sam, our assigned electrician, even took the time to go through the entire operation of the generator from A-Z. I would definitely recommend them for any electrical work!"
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Backflow
Outdoor Shower
Well Tank Replacement
Filtration Installation

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Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Westview Electric, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Replaced a smoke detector and overhead light and installed bathroom ceiling fan/heater. Excellent work for a fair price."
Living room recessed
Living room recessed
Garage Sconces
Deck Lights
Panel replacement

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Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sylvia Electric
4.7(
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Installed light fixture over sink and upgrade smoke detecters. Arrived on time and was very tidy. Electrician was professional and courteous."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Cotti Johnson HVAC, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1944

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim P, Generator Advisor, visited our house and gave on the spot estimatesâ ¦..he was GREAT. Licensed Electrician who knew his business and was easy to speak with. Timely communications and responses to text messages! Tim was helpful answering questions after the generator was installed. We talked to 5 Generac dealers and a Kohler dealer. Cotti-Johnson had the best pricing in the South Shore area. We highly recommend this company. If you are thinking about buying a standby generator, Cotti Johnson is the company to callâ ¦..Art V"
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Home Standby Generator Installation

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Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
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Douglas Tracy Electrician
4.3(
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent experience. Douglas was very prompt and did an amazing job installing my Tesla Wall connector in my driveway and looks great , I was blown away how quickly he was able to get started and finished as had not gotten the Wall Charger and these guys had wired and fuse panels all ready to go and I texted him and he showed up shortly after and finished to and it looks and works great couldn't be happier thumbs up and would highly recommend Douglas . Excellent experience"
Zales lighting upgrade!
Zales lighting upgrade!
Zales lighting upgrade!
Zales lighting upgrade!
Zales lighting upgrade!

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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Services & More LLC
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Adam called me immediately and met me that same day. I hired the company and they cut my grass that same day. They used a ride on mower and my land is uneven so some areas were shorter than others. Two days later they spread 10 yards of hemlock mulch and recut some areas of my grass with push mower. They will use a push mower in the future. My yard now looks beautifully landscaped. Communication is definately key with this company. They aim to please!!"
Furniture Assembly
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

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Stephen Whealan Licensed Electrician
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Serving Onset, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Bring back trustworthy electricians! We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time12 hrs
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

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. 

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