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Avatar for Cotti-Johnson Heating-Cooling-Electrical

Cotti-Johnson Heating-Cooling-Electrical

30 Waverly St
4.68(
155
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Approved Pro

Cotti-Johnson Heating-Cooling-Electrical

30 Waverly St
4.68(
155
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
970 local quotes requested

Experiencing issues with your heating, air conditioning, plumbing, or electrical systems? Cotti-Johnson is your reliable one-stop shop for all home comfort needs. From simple fixes to large-scale projects, our professional team handles everything with honesty and expertise. We offer 24/7 emergency services and specialized design services for landscape and indoor lighting. Trust us for top-notch, efficient, and transparent service. Visit our website at callcotti.com or call us at (833) 826-8844 to see how we can improve your home's comfort and efficiency.

"Happy with the work, and the customer service. Will definitely call on them for future work."

Fran P on June 2025

Experiencing issues with your heating, air conditioning, plumbing, or electrical systems? Cotti-Johnson is your reliable one-stop shop for all home comfort needs. From simple fixes to large-scale projects, our professional team handles everything with honesty and expertise. We offer 24/7 emergency services and specialized design services for landscape and indoor lighting. Trust us for top-notch, efficient, and transparent service. Visit our website at callcotti.com or call us at (833) 826-8844 to see how we can improve your home's comfort and efficiency.

"Happy with the work, and the customer service. Will definitely call on them for future work."

Fran P on June 2025


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PW DiMasi Electric

63 Boynton St
4.61(
38
)
Approved Pro

PW DiMasi Electric

63 Boynton St
4.61(
38
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
27 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

We have been a Waltham based local electrical company since 1993. I Peter W DiMasi Master Electrician (15273A) owner of PW DiMasi Electric am committed to serving our customers with the best service and quality of work. We have courteous and qualified electricians that will complete any electrical job, small or large. We pride ourselves in quality, service and when the job is done, cleanliness! You will not need to clean after us. We are here for all your electrical needs from lighting design, installing an extra receptacle to wiring a new building. We install phone, cable TV, lighting, recessed lights, electric heat, service upgrades, circuit breakers, power generators, computer networking and much more. We are fully licensed and insured and have been vote best of the best since 2000.

"We hired PW DiMasi to install receded lighting in an upstairs office and could not be happier with the results. Peter, the owner, was prompt in scheduling a time to provide a project estimate and quoted us a fair price. He also showed up on the day of the project to introduce the two electricians that would be doing the work. The team was courteous, professional, and did a great job installing the lights. They also were careful to cover the room with tarps to minimize dust and cleaned up the workspace afterwards. If we have a future need for an electrician, PW DiMasi will be our first call."

Jeff F on January 2025

We have been a Waltham based local electrical company since 1993. I Peter W DiMasi Master Electrician (15273A) owner of PW DiMasi Electric am committed to serving our customers with the best service and quality of work. We have courteous and qualified electricians that will complete any electrical job, small or large. We pride ourselves in quality, service and when the job is done, cleanliness! You will not need to clean after us. We are here for all your electrical needs from lighting design, installing an extra receptacle to wiring a new building. We install phone, cable TV, lighting, recessed lights, electric heat, service upgrades, circuit breakers, power generators, computer networking and much more. We are fully licensed and insured and have been vote best of the best since 2000.

"We hired PW DiMasi to install receded lighting in an upstairs office and could not be happier with the results. Peter, the owner, was prompt in scheduling a time to provide a project estimate and quoted us a fair price. He also showed up on the day of the project to introduce the two electricians that would be doing the work. The team was courteous, professional, and did a great job installing the lights. They also were careful to cover the room with tarps to minimize dust and cleaned up the workspace afterwards. If we have a future need for an electrician, PW DiMasi will be our first call."

Jeff F on January 2025


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Village Home Services

9 Kidder Road
5.00(
13
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Approved Pro

Village Home Services

9 Kidder Road
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
98 local quotes requested

Village Home Services formally known as Village Electric and Village HVAC. We stand at the intersection of expertise and community spirit. With our plumbing, electrical, and HVAC services, we go beyond fixing problems; we enrich lives, one home at a time. In our village, your comfort and safety are our top priorities.

"Addressed quickly and professionally"

Mary W on October 2025

Village Home Services formally known as Village Electric and Village HVAC. We stand at the intersection of expertise and community spirit. With our plumbing, electrical, and HVAC services, we go beyond fixing problems; we enrich lives, one home at a time. In our village, your comfort and safety are our top priorities.

"Addressed quickly and professionally"

Mary W on October 2025


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NETR Inc

85 FLAGSHIP DR
4.79(
76
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Approved Pro

NETR Inc

85 FLAGSHIP DR
4.79(
76
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
250 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


ElectriChris, Inc

236 Princeton St
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro

ElectriChris, Inc

236 Princeton St
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

Welcome to the world headquarters for ElectriChris Inc! We offer both residential and commercial electrical services for the greater Boston area. From outlets & fixtures, to panel upgrades and wire installations, we do it all. Owner Chris David has over 20 years on hands on electrical experience and has the knowledge to handle your project with ease. Call us today for an estimate!

"Excellent service, communicates about arrival time, and a great guy! I will hire him again when needed."

Abigail V on April 2025

Welcome to the world headquarters for ElectriChris Inc! We offer both residential and commercial electrical services for the greater Boston area. From outlets & fixtures, to panel upgrades and wire installations, we do it all. Owner Chris David has over 20 years on hands on electrical experience and has the knowledge to handle your project with ease. Call us today for an estimate!

"Excellent service, communicates about arrival time, and a great guy! I will hire him again when needed."

Abigail V on April 2025


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JP McCurdy Electrical Services Inc

330 Lynnway
4.38(
494
)
Approved Pro

JP McCurdy Electrical Services Inc

330 Lynnway
4.38(
494
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
58 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

We are your solution to everything electrical! From your everyday electrical construction and repair items to the design of a complete integrated home system from the ground up and more! McCurdy Electric - call for peace of mind - we'll do the rest. Our trained and certified team of Electricians bring many years of experience to meet every one of your electrical projects. We stay ahead of the curve in custom installation and design of specialty electronic items, such as generator systems, smart home technology, advanced lighting control, Audio/Video, alarm, video surveillance, and much more. We can help you with all of your Electrical needs, and we have the track record to back it up. Please visit our website at www.McCurdyElectric.com for more information. Call for Peace of Mind. We'll Do the Rest.

"Thank you Joe/McCurdy electrical for coming on very short notice. I appreciate the time and care you took to figure out our electrical needs for the installation of a whole house water filtration system. Thank you also for the advice on some other projects we plan to do in the near future."

Paul P on May 2025

We are your solution to everything electrical! From your everyday electrical construction and repair items to the design of a complete integrated home system from the ground up and more! McCurdy Electric - call for peace of mind - we'll do the rest. Our trained and certified team of Electricians bring many years of experience to meet every one of your electrical projects. We stay ahead of the curve in custom installation and design of specialty electronic items, such as generator systems, smart home technology, advanced lighting control, Audio/Video, alarm, video surveillance, and much more. We can help you with all of your Electrical needs, and we have the track record to back it up. Please visit our website at www.McCurdyElectric.com for more information. Call for Peace of Mind. We'll Do the Rest.

"Thank you Joe/McCurdy electrical for coming on very short notice. I appreciate the time and care you took to figure out our electrical needs for the installation of a whole house water filtration system. Thank you also for the advice on some other projects we plan to do in the near future."

Paul P on May 2025


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Amazan Electrical

23 Belview Drive
5.00(
13
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Approved Pro

Amazan Electrical

23 Belview Drive
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
2 years of experience
Emergency services offered

Welcome to Amazan Electrical, proudly servicing from Leominster to Boston and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed. As we travel to meet with you and go over your ideal electrical needs, there will be a $100 estimate fee. We look forward to working with you!

"Very professional and friendly personality. Completed the project same day. We were able to use our electricity that night. He even added on a requested project for me. Nice guy. Thank you very much!"

VIRGINIA P on December 2024

Welcome to Amazan Electrical, proudly servicing from Leominster to Boston and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed. As we travel to meet with you and go over your ideal electrical needs, there will be a $100 estimate fee. We look forward to working with you!

"Very professional and friendly personality. Completed the project same day. We were able to use our electricity that night. He even added on a requested project for me. Nice guy. Thank you very much!"

VIRGINIA P on December 2024


"I had a great experience working with this electrician. They showed up right on time, completed the job efficiently, and charged a very fair price. The work was done with great attention to detail and everything was left clean and tidy afterward. Highly recommend for anyone looking for reliable, high-quality electrical work."

Matthew C on May 2025

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"I had a great experience working with this electrician. They showed up right on time, completed the job efficiently, and charged a very fair price. The work was done with great attention to detail and everything was left clean and tidy afterward. Highly recommend for anyone looking for reliable, high-quality electrical work."

Matthew C on May 2025


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Cognati Electric Inc.

18 Wadsworth St
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro

Cognati Electric Inc.

18 Wadsworth St
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

We offer over 30 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and panel upgrades and a variety of other jobs. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I highly recommend Mauro and his crew! He exceeded my expectations in every way. -Flexible scheduling -Fair and competitive pricing -Punctual arrival -Exceptional work quality, clearly taking pride in his craft -Thorough cleanup after completion -Responsive and helpful with any questions His professionalism and attention to detail made the entire experience seamless. Look no further for reliable electrical services!"

Kristin C on November 2024

We offer over 30 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and panel upgrades and a variety of other jobs. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on & look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I highly recommend Mauro and his crew! He exceeded my expectations in every way. -Flexible scheduling -Fair and competitive pricing -Punctual arrival -Exceptional work quality, clearly taking pride in his craft -Thorough cleanup after completion -Responsive and helpful with any questions His professionalism and attention to detail made the entire experience seamless. Look no further for reliable electrical services!"

Kristin C on November 2024


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VIP Computers

PO Box 4422
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro

VIP Computers

PO Box 4422
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

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.

"If my network or computer in not working, I am out of business until it's up and running. On many occasion VIP Computers came through for me and fixed the various issues we've had. I highly recommend VIP Computers, Jerry K. New World Auto Glass Co."

Gerald K on January 2022

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.

"If my network or computer in not working, I am out of business until it's up and running. On many occasion VIP Computers came through for me and fixed the various issues we've had. I highly recommend VIP Computers, Jerry K. New World Auto Glass Co."

Gerald K on January 2022

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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.

As long as they have enough fuel, whole-house generators can run for weeks at a time (400 to 500 hours) without suffering too much wear and tear. However, this type of extensive use isn’t ideal if you want to extend the life of your generator.

Two important points. First, some generators may need you to periodically check oil levels every day or so and refill as necessary for safe operation. Second, if your generator uses a fuel tank, keep it regularly full so it doesn’t suddenly shut off. Many backup generators can run through a full tank in a day when they are powering large portions of a home.

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