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JP McCurdy Electrical Services Inc
4.4(
526
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I should have asked the cost before having the work done as I was surprised that it was $400. to have them installed which was double the cost of the actual fans. Otherwise everything else was perfect."
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+9

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Amaury Castillo Electric
4.9(
186
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amaury was great, He arrived on time preformed the work I needed done at a very reasonable cost and I've already scheduled him to install some new lighting in my dining room. Highly Recommended"
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Hallway
Hallway before the recessed lights

+6

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Jose Baez
5.0(
25
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jose was great to work with. He was quick to respond, came by on short notice to have a look and provide a quote for the work (Installation of one new smart thermostat and replace one old thermostat with new thermostat; requiring separation of baseboards due to wattage). Very competitive pricing, showed up on time at each appointment and got the work done quickly. He left the place cleaner than before, and walked me through everything after the installation. Can highly recommend Jose for any electrical work!"
kitchen lights
pool house lights
pool house
service upgrade
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Moses Electric Inc
5.0(
11
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Scott is excellent to work with in all aspects of electrical. I am a general contractor and Moses Electric has done all my electrical for the past 12yrs. I look to no one else. From the non working outlet or switch, to service upgrades, underground work, data, fire alarm panels, low voltage, new construction, remodeling, troubleshooting, all the way to 3 phase industrial and commercial work. Scott has been along side me for all aspects of the electrical work and never skipped a beat. I have full confidence to refer Moses Electric to my own clients, friends and family. Knowing when I pass his name along it will not come back to me with a negative effect. Always happy clients every time, in addition to being clean in all aspects of presentation and workmanship. I am not biased because I am in the trades. We rely on referrals and relationships to provide our living so there is no benefit to saying what isn't true. I highly recommend Scott and Moses Electric for any of your electrical needs. He makes the process easy and seamless."
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+1

Response time5 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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NETR Inc
4.7(
78
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"NETR always provides top notch service and knowledge. I have used them for both installation of a mini split as well as ongoing maintenance and service. Highly recommend them."
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+9

31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Michael J Roberts
5.0(
11
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have called Michael into a few projects. He offers an array of services from wiring a full house to simple fixtures. He recently separated a four family offering all new meters and main panels. When it comes to electrical I don’t think there is anything he can’t do. Without hesitation, I recommend him to all."
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Hot tub
House remodel

+5

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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.

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

If you’re wondering whether gas generators produce carbon monoxide, know that natural gas generators do not produce carbon monoxide if they are functioning properly, as natural gas burns cleanly. However, if the generator malfunctions and the gas does not burn completely, there is potential for carbon dioxide to be produced. To prevent malfunctions, it's crucial to perform regular maintenance, including running the generator weekly and scheduling professional inspections every 6 to 12 months. Also, be sure to test your carbon monoxide detectors regularly to ensure they function in the rare case of the generator producing carbon monoxide.

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