Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1973
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Paul is excellent and meticulous. He did a great job installing our charger and left the site clean."
Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I’m am extremely happy about my new light fixture and dimmer installed by Joe Gore. Joe was easy to work with, prompt and efficient Great Joe!"
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Perfectly would not even consider hiring another electrician eveything went so well"
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Serving Wakefield, 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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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I hired Mike to rewire and replace the outlets in my home as well as install brand new lighting, outlets and switches in the finished attic. His workmanship is nothing short of exceptional. It's plain to see that Mike is a professional who cares about his work, and more importantly his clients. His pricing is also very competitive. No need to worry about mile-long contracts and being charged hourly on top of exorbitant fees etc. If you are looking for any kind of electrical work to be done in your home, I highly recommend you give Mike a call or text. I guarantee your experience will be as good as mine was!"
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1991
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Installing ceiling fixtures instead of just having switched outlets: Dwain was very efficient and extremely neat. Their pricing was reasonable and while they weren't the lowest quote on the project, they seemed to have the best insight into what it would entail and how to make it look best. They definitely weren't the highest quote either (some were over twice their cost!)"
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1975
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"He called right away and came the next day and installed the fan , good service , very Happy"
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Ryan was a great help in getting my panel replaced. Came out next day and gave me upfront and transparent pricing. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. I would definitely hire him again and recommend him to friends and family if ask."
Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Emergency services offered
Customers say: True professional
"Scott did an excellent job for us. We needed an EV charger installed and a few other things done. He came by, sized up the job and gave us an estimate. In a few days he showed up ready work. He installed the EV charger, re[laced 4 thrmostats, and fixed a doorbell. All went well. His price was reasonable. He worked quickly and efficiently and got everytjing right the first time. I highly recommenr Moses Electric and would glady hire Scott for future electrical jobs."
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"Ryan did a very good with installing recessed lights in my bedroom and the living room. He was prompt with his estimates and he arrived at his promised time. Cleaned up nicely after the job. Gave me good suggestions. I would hire him again for a future job."
When maintained properly, a whole-house generator can last up to 20 years. Costs to maintain and repair generators vary by location and type of generator, but you can expect to pay about $150 to $300 per year for annual generator maintenance checks. An experienced generator service technician will inspect your generator’s engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels to keep your generator in good working condition for as long as possible.
Installing a whole-house generator costs about $5,000 on average. Prices range from $1,550 to $8,500, depending on size, brand, fuel type, and assembly. The size of your whole-house generator is the most significant cost factor, with large homes with high energy demands costing the most to power. Types of whole-home generators include:
Portable generators with 1kW–7.5kW capacity: $500–$2,000
Partial generators with 9kW–20kW capacity: $2,000–$6,300
Whole-house generators with 22kW–48kW: $5,000–$18,000
When choosing the right size generator for your needs, consider a few items to help calculate the wattage you’ll need. Start by determining which household items and appliances you want to power, and then add the wattages together. Check out the wattage of these essential appliances:
Refrigerator: 600 watts
Large dehumidifier: 700 watts
Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts
Water heater: 3,000 watts
Running home appliances like these requires a partial or whole-house generator. A portable generator may be enough to power your home if you only plan to keep a refrigerator and freezer running.
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.
The value of installing a whole-house generator is that your home has guaranteed power, even if the power grid in your area is down. Whether a whole-house generator is worth installing in your home depends on how often you use it, your home’s location, and your lifestyle. For example, installing a whole-house generator is likely worth it if you:
Experience frequent or prolonged power outages
Work from home
Store a lot of cold food
Have a sump pump
Have a pump for well water
Use electronic medical devices
Live in a climate requiring heating or cooling
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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