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Anchor Electric Motor, LLC

687 Silver Street
4.79(
43
)
Approved Pro

Anchor Electric Motor, LLC

687 Silver Street
4.79(
43
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
75 years of experience

Anchor Electric Motor LLC is 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.

"The gentleman who showed up was prompt and very courteous, but unfortunately that was the only positive thing I can say.He was here for 40 minutes, charged me 200 dollars and told me he couldnâ t fix it in my garage, because the oil was sludge and he may or may not be able to fix it, but he would have to take it back to the shop and it would cost me 80 dollars an hour to try to fix it.When I gave him a check for his time and asked for a receipt, he looked at me like I was asking for a kidney, and wrote something down on apiece of notebook paper, which was supposed to be a receipt.It was not an invoice with the company name or any reference to their business license.I later received an explanation from somebody in the office, that they would send me an invoice for the work done.I have never had any contractor not present a proper business receipt to me when I have given them a check, prior to this."

Mark L on February 2021

Anchor Electric Motor LLC is 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.

"The gentleman who showed up was prompt and very courteous, but unfortunately that was the only positive thing I can say.He was here for 40 minutes, charged me 200 dollars and told me he couldnâ t fix it in my garage, because the oil was sludge and he may or may not be able to fix it, but he would have to take it back to the shop and it would cost me 80 dollars an hour to try to fix it.When I gave him a check for his time and asked for a receipt, he looked at me like I was asking for a kidney, and wrote something down on apiece of notebook paper, which was supposed to be a receipt.It was not an invoice with the company name or any reference to their business license.I later received an explanation from somebody in the office, that they would send me an invoice for the work done.I have never had any contractor not present a proper business receipt to me when I have given them a check, prior to this."

Mark L on February 2021


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Digital City Technology, Inc.

68 Mountain Gate Road
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro

Digital City Technology, Inc.

68 Mountain Gate Road
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Digital City Technology, Inc. (Digital City) is based in Ashland, MA, supporting greater Boston and New England since 2008. We are a Telecommunications, Network, Low Voltage and Fiber Optic professional service provider. Digital City installs VOIP Phone systems, LAN/WAN, IP Surveillance and Audio/Visual Systems. We specialize in Phone/Internet cutovers, Data Center installations, Network and System design, CAT 5 & 6 and Fiber Optic cabling, Structured Cabling and Wireless Internet implementation. Digital City has participated in Technology Roll-outs for Fortune 500 companies and performed Technology, Network and Wi-Fi deployments, VOIP installs etc. Our main goal is to provide cost-justifiable, top quality IT services designed to meet business, customer and user demands.

"Low voltage work was clean and labeled!"

Shane H on February 2020

Digital City Technology, Inc. (Digital City) is based in Ashland, MA, supporting greater Boston and New England since 2008. We are a Telecommunications, Network, Low Voltage and Fiber Optic professional service provider. Digital City installs VOIP Phone systems, LAN/WAN, IP Surveillance and Audio/Visual Systems. We specialize in Phone/Internet cutovers, Data Center installations, Network and System design, CAT 5 & 6 and Fiber Optic cabling, Structured Cabling and Wireless Internet implementation. Digital City has participated in Technology Roll-outs for Fortune 500 companies and performed Technology, Network and Wi-Fi deployments, VOIP installs etc. Our main goal is to provide cost-justifiable, top quality IT services designed to meet business, customer and user demands.

"Low voltage work was clean and labeled!"

Shane H on February 2020


Mack and son electric

12 Shady Ln
4.64(
11
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Mack and son electric

12 Shady Ln
4.64(
11
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Mack and Sons Electric is 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.

"Dominic removed old wiring and electric fixtures in my cabin. He installed all new wiring, inside and outside lights, and designated outlets for items like a microwave oven and future hot water heater. My contractor was impressed with the quality of Dominic's electrical rough-in. After the insulation and sheetrock were completed, he returned to add all the fixtures, switchplates, smoke detector, etc. Everything looks great. I've used Dominic a couple of times, and he does a neat, professional job, always responsive to the customer's needs."

Mary S on November 2019

Mack and Sons Electric is 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.

"Dominic removed old wiring and electric fixtures in my cabin. He installed all new wiring, inside and outside lights, and designated outlets for items like a microwave oven and future hot water heater. My contractor was impressed with the quality of Dominic's electrical rough-in. After the insulation and sheetrock were completed, he returned to add all the fixtures, switchplates, smoke detector, etc. Everything looks great. I've used Dominic a couple of times, and he does a neat, professional job, always responsive to the customer's needs."

Mary S on November 2019


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Comalli Electric Inc

111 Exchange St
4.90(
29
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Comalli Electric Inc

111 Exchange St
4.90(
29
)
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our local and highly trained team at Comalli Group, Inc. is an experienced, full-service electrical company delivering high-quality services to residential, commercial, and industrial properties in Albany, Latham, and surrounding areas. With nearly 40 years of industry experience, we provide a wide array of energy solutions, including electrical installation and upgrades, solar panel installation, LED lighting installation, generator installation, surveillance and communication system installation, and more! Our electricians provide free estimates as well as same-day appointments, to get your property up and running in no time. We specialize in completely customized solutions, with a team dedicated solely to property evaluation and design, so you can be confident that your new systems will be reliable and fit seamlessly with the rest of your space.

"EXCELLENT! We needed lights installed around the outside of our house. Comalli’s electricians are very professional, neat and friendly. They will be returning for another job inside the house as well. We will be contacting Comalli for any and all future electrical work needed."

Dina C on October 2021

Our local and highly trained team at Comalli Group, Inc. is an experienced, full-service electrical company delivering high-quality services to residential, commercial, and industrial properties in Albany, Latham, and surrounding areas. With nearly 40 years of industry experience, we provide a wide array of energy solutions, including electrical installation and upgrades, solar panel installation, LED lighting installation, generator installation, surveillance and communication system installation, and more! Our electricians provide free estimates as well as same-day appointments, to get your property up and running in no time. We specialize in completely customized solutions, with a team dedicated solely to property evaluation and design, so you can be confident that your new systems will be reliable and fit seamlessly with the rest of your space.

"EXCELLENT! We needed lights installed around the outside of our house. Comalli’s electricians are very professional, neat and friendly. They will be returning for another job inside the house as well. We will be contacting Comalli for any and all future electrical work needed."

Dina C on October 2021





LifeStyles Electric, Inc.

5.00(
1
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LifeStyles Electric, Inc.

5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a talented, loyal & highly motivated MASTER Electrical shop. We strive on Keeping our customers happy with our Innovative and positive electrical business outlook. We tend to be carried by General Contractors looking to use our services on a bid, or Time and Material basis.

We are a talented, loyal & highly motivated MASTER Electrical shop. We strive on Keeping our customers happy with our Innovative and positive electrical business outlook. We tend to be carried by General Contractors looking to use our services on a bid, or Time and Material basis.



Beth Finlayson Licensed Electrician

Finlayson
4.95(
117
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Beth Finlayson Licensed Electrician

Finlayson
4.95(
117
)
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

My name is Beth Finlayson and I am the owner of this electrical business. I run a small business out of Woburn MA and have been in the trade for over a decade now. My company always strives to be prompt, professional, and yet still maintain reasonable rates.

"Beth did a great job installing new motion sensor lights on my property. Her customer service and communication was excellent. We arranged the entire job via text and email. She was very responsive to my questions and gave great advise. I will hire her again the next time I need a licensed electrician."

Dan F on January 2021

My name is Beth Finlayson and I am the owner of this electrical business. I run a small business out of Woburn MA and have been in the trade for over a decade now. My company always strives to be prompt, professional, and yet still maintain reasonable rates.

"Beth did a great job installing new motion sensor lights on my property. Her customer service and communication was excellent. We arranged the entire job via text and email. She was very responsive to my questions and gave great advise. I will hire her again the next time I need a licensed electrician."

Dan F on January 2021

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators can last 20 to 40 years with normal operation and proper maintenance. If you look up the specifications for your generator, you may be able to find a lifespan rated in hours of operation. Life expectancy will vary depending on how often and for how long you use the generator each year. Choosing a fuel with low impact like natural gas or diesel can help generators last as long as possible.

No, this is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and you should never attempt it. If you connect your generator to your home without a transfer switch, the generated power can backfeed, essentially flowing back into the utility lines. Backfeeding exposes a significant threat of fatalities or harm to you and utility personnel, in addition to jeopardizing the structural integrity of your home.

Generator size requirements vary wildly among properties, but typical generator sizes are listed below based on home square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20kW+

Unfortunately, home square footage isn’t always a good indicator of generator size requirements. Instead, you should call in a professional to discuss which items in your home you’d like to run via your generator. They can calculate peak and average consumption for those items and then size your generator appropriately for optimal performance.

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.

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.

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