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Penate Tile

4.93(
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Penate Tile

4.93(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

***TAKE ADVANTAGE OF MY BACKSPLASH SPECIAL (call for details)*** Family owned and operated! When you hire Peñate Tile & Home Improvement you are hiring a company that is worth it. We hold ourselves to the highest standards so expect your project to be done with that in mind. Quality work over quantity of work. We pay attention to every detail in our customer's needs.

"I hired Penate Tile to demo old carpet and install tile in the first floor (concrete slab) on two of my houses. They did a good job including moving and replacing furniture. It was fast, fairly priced and no question about their integrity. (I paid for the tile upfront but don't think I paid the full balance for labor until it was done). I was traveling at the time so I cannot comment on the cleanliness but didn't have any complaint from my housemate."

Natalie S on November 2025

***TAKE ADVANTAGE OF MY BACKSPLASH SPECIAL (call for details)*** Family owned and operated! When you hire Peñate Tile & Home Improvement you are hiring a company that is worth it. We hold ourselves to the highest standards so expect your project to be done with that in mind. Quality work over quantity of work. We pay attention to every detail in our customer's needs.

"I hired Penate Tile to demo old carpet and install tile in the first floor (concrete slab) on two of my houses. They did a good job including moving and replacing furniture. It was fast, fairly priced and no question about their integrity. (I paid for the tile upfront but don't think I paid the full balance for labor until it was done). I was traveling at the time so I cannot comment on the cleanliness but didn't have any complaint from my housemate."

Natalie S on November 2025


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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024

WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **

"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."

Jennifer B on October 2024


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TriState Home Services

4.73(
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TriState Home Services

4.73(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
77 years of experience

If you are looking for a HVAC Contractor, a Plumbing Contractor, or an Electrical Contractor to provide you with great service, you've come to the right place. We provide heating services, air conditioning services, plumbing services, and electrical services to our customers in Frederick and the surrounding Counties, the Pan Handle of West Virginia, and Northern Virginia, from our offices located in Frederick MD. With 3 generations of experience in providing heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services, we are dedicated to providing the best possible products and services for you, and your family.

"Great service very prompt and easy to work with."

Randy W on May 2025

If you are looking for a HVAC Contractor, a Plumbing Contractor, or an Electrical Contractor to provide you with great service, you've come to the right place. We provide heating services, air conditioning services, plumbing services, and electrical services to our customers in Frederick and the surrounding Counties, the Pan Handle of West Virginia, and Northern Virginia, from our offices located in Frederick MD. With 3 generations of experience in providing heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services, we are dedicated to providing the best possible products and services for you, and your family.

"Great service very prompt and easy to work with."

Randy W on May 2025


"GREAT!!!!!! Excellent service, very professional, on time and honest!!! I will be using their service again."

Raychon R on October 2025

10 Years Of Experience. Provides Exceptional & Guaranteed Residential Work. Put Clients Needs First Before Anything. www.jaelectricllc.net

"GREAT!!!!!! Excellent service, very professional, on time and honest!!! I will be using their service again."

Raychon R on October 2025


"We were hoping to get everything operating on one remote, but we donâ t live in a perfect world. The technician was able to show us new and wonderful things with our system though, and he was able to navigate the hideous tangle of wires pretty successfully through the whole process."

Charles G on August 2023

We offer solid experience in commercial and residential audio/video distribution. This includes dedicated theatre and/or media rooms; security cameras and lighting control. We've established a top-notch reputation in the greater Washington, D.C. area.

"We were hoping to get everything operating on one remote, but we donâ t live in a perfect world. The technician was able to show us new and wonderful things with our system though, and he was able to navigate the hideous tangle of wires pretty successfully through the whole process."

Charles G on August 2023


"Our existing generator died. James diagnosed the problem and gave us a few options to repair or replace it. We chose to replace it. James handled everything, from getting and installing the new generator to electrical and fuel (propane) connections. We have asked him to schedule us for the annual maintenance on the machine. We are pleased, though we haven't lost power since it was installed, LOL. "

Gail D on January 2025

Welcome to Rollins Repair! We specialize in residential generator installations, repairs and service work. We are an authorized Guardian Generator Dealer and Installer. Give us a call today.

"Our existing generator died. James diagnosed the problem and gave us a few options to repair or replace it. We chose to replace it. James handled everything, from getting and installing the new generator to electrical and fuel (propane) connections. We have asked him to schedule us for the annual maintenance on the machine. We are pleased, though we haven't lost power since it was installed, LOL. "

Gail D on January 2025


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Dead Rock Contractor Services, LLC

5.00(
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Dead Rock Contractor Services, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

With over 30 years of experience, Dead Rock Services provides trusted residential and commercial Electrical, HVAC and Plumbing services across Jefferson County and the Tri-State area. Our licensed and insured team delivers expert workmanship, honest pricing, and exceptional customer care on every job. Whether you need an electrical panel upgrade, generator installation, EV charger, HVAC or plumbing repair, we’re your local one-call solution. 🏆 A Solid Reputation Built on Solid Relationships.

"Great Company"

Derek G on May 2022

With over 30 years of experience, Dead Rock Services provides trusted residential and commercial Electrical, HVAC and Plumbing services across Jefferson County and the Tri-State area. Our licensed and insured team delivers expert workmanship, honest pricing, and exceptional customer care on every job. Whether you need an electrical panel upgrade, generator installation, EV charger, HVAC or plumbing repair, we’re your local one-call solution. 🏆 A Solid Reputation Built on Solid Relationships.

"Great Company"

Derek G on May 2022


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Mario Falconio Electric, LLC

5.00(
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Mario Falconio Electric, LLC

5.00(
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Super Service Award
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Mario Falconio Electric, 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. We have 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.

"Mario installed a 240v outlet in my garage. This required a new breaker and about 100 feet of wire. Mario laid out a good plan in running the wire from the box in my basement, through the attic, on out to the garage. He is very efficient and safe with his work. Excellent price!"

William H on October 2025

Mario Falconio Electric, 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. We have 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.

"Mario installed a 240v outlet in my garage. This required a new breaker and about 100 feet of wire. Mario laid out a good plan in running the wire from the box in my basement, through the attic, on out to the garage. He is very efficient and safe with his work. Excellent price!"

William H on October 2025


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Kolb Electric Inc

4.22(
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Kolb Electric Inc

4.22(
216
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Customers say: Super punctual
101 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a family owned and operated business that has been serving the Baltimore, Washington Metropolitan area since 1925. We are committed to providing superior electrical services. The valuable advantages we can offer you are great service, high quality and experienced workers at a competitive price.

"Do not use this company. They will rip you off. The contract was for eight 300W LED 40 ft pole lights, but I caught them redhanded installing 240W. Who does that? Then, they broke my lock and broke into my sprinkler room which I saw on my video which they admitted. Then, Kolb sued me for not paying the bill which I disputed due to lost tools as result of the break-in. Who does that breaking into a customer's sprinkler room and not informing that they did. I had to catch them on my video. Not only that it took over one year to the work proposed work. TOTAL FRAUD. I will be going to court...."

John A on November 2023

We are a family owned and operated business that has been serving the Baltimore, Washington Metropolitan area since 1925. We are committed to providing superior electrical services. The valuable advantages we can offer you are great service, high quality and experienced workers at a competitive price.

"Do not use this company. They will rip you off. The contract was for eight 300W LED 40 ft pole lights, but I caught them redhanded installing 240W. Who does that? Then, they broke my lock and broke into my sprinkler room which I saw on my video which they admitted. Then, Kolb sued me for not paying the bill which I disputed due to lost tools as result of the break-in. Who does that breaking into a customer's sprinkler room and not informing that they did. I had to catch them on my video. Not only that it took over one year to the work proposed work. TOTAL FRAUD. I will be going to court...."

John A on November 2023


"Ed is wonderful! We lost our power in the heat of summer. We needed our entire fuse box replaced!! Ed is professional, honest and efficient!! I will recommend him to anyone and everyone I know with any type of electrical need. I already have plans to use Ed in the future. If I could give him 10 stars, I would!!"

Dawn G on August 2016

Redeemed Electric, Inc., is the premiere electrician in Maryland. We take on both residential and commercial electrical work. Give us a call today. We treat our customers like our families.

"Ed is wonderful! We lost our power in the heat of summer. We needed our entire fuse box replaced!! Ed is professional, honest and efficient!! I will recommend him to anyone and everyone I know with any type of electrical need. I already have plans to use Ed in the future. If I could give him 10 stars, I would!!"

Dawn G on August 2016

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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.

Costs depend on generator type, labor, and additional wiring or transfer switch requirements.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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