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Marsh River Electrical LLC

602 Berry's Mill Rd.
4.69(
62
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Marsh River Electrical LLC

602 Berry's Mill Rd.
4.69(
62
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
37 local quotes requested
23 years of experience

A Master Electrician with over 30 years experience with Industrial, Commercial, and Residential applications including installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical wiring systems and equipment. We do all work with maintenance and future expansion considerations as a priority. We use the National Electrical code as a minimum standard and usually exceed the code requirements with an installation that will provide years of safe and reliable operation with room to expand if necessary.

"Hank was generous with his time and expertise. Beyond the call of duty! Very helpful and professional."

Vaunie G on April 2025

A Master Electrician with over 30 years experience with Industrial, Commercial, and Residential applications including installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical wiring systems and equipment. We do all work with maintenance and future expansion considerations as a priority. We use the National Electrical code as a minimum standard and usually exceed the code requirements with an installation that will provide years of safe and reliable operation with room to expand if necessary.

"Hank was generous with his time and expertise. Beyond the call of duty! Very helpful and professional."

Vaunie G on April 2025


Avenergy Electric

498 Windsor Road
4.76(
25
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Approved Pro

Avenergy Electric

498 Windsor Road
4.76(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

With several years experience Avenergy Electric, works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We background check, and pre-screen everybody we bring on board. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions, and thank you for your business!

"Great experience"

Paul P on June 2022

With several years experience Avenergy Electric, works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We background check, and pre-screen everybody we bring on board. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions, and thank you for your business!

"Great experience"

Paul P on June 2022


Silicon Maine

224 Stetson Road West
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Silicon Maine

224 Stetson Road West
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Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Silicon Maine is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

Silicon Maine is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.


Generators of Maine, Inc.

262 Augusta Rd #1
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

Generators of Maine, Inc.

262 Augusta Rd #1
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

Generators of Maine, Inc., 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.

"THESE GUYS ARE GREAT. THEY ARE SO PROFESSIONAL AND THEY KNOW THEIR STUFF. THESE ARE THE GUYS TO HIRE IF YOU WANT A JOB DONE RIGHT AND WELL. THANKS GUYS, YOU ALL MADE MY DAY."

Lorraine F on November 2017

Generators of Maine, Inc., 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.

"THESE GUYS ARE GREAT. THEY ARE SO PROFESSIONAL AND THEY KNOW THEIR STUFF. THESE ARE THE GUYS TO HIRE IF YOU WANT A JOB DONE RIGHT AND WELL. THANKS GUYS, YOU ALL MADE MY DAY."

Lorraine F on November 2017


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IQ Electric

P.O. Box 405
5.00(
12
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IQ Electric

P.O. Box 405
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company located in New Gloucester, Maine. Integrity and Quality... That is what makes IQ Electric a smart choice. It drives all we do. We are a small company... And intend to stay that way. But we do good work and respond to customers in a timely fashion. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Very responsive to emails and questions. Polite, friendly and knowledgeable."

Jeanne K on February 2023

We are a locally owned and operated company located in New Gloucester, Maine. Integrity and Quality... That is what makes IQ Electric a smart choice. It drives all we do. We are a small company... And intend to stay that way. But we do good work and respond to customers in a timely fashion. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Very responsive to emails and questions. Polite, friendly and knowledgeable."

Jeanne K on February 2023


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Beacon Electric, LLC

418 Shaker Rd
4.93(
7
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Beacon Electric, LLC

418 Shaker Rd
4.93(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Beacon Electric, LLC, offers fast, friendly, and courteous service. We use only the best products and are always eager to answer your questions and concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing quality service, which has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality, dependable work with excellent price and reliable, honest service.

"Kevin was great to work with. He was flexible with our schedule. The work was excellent and he stayed on top of the project all the way through the power company activating the service."

Wayne P on November 2019

Beacon Electric, LLC, offers fast, friendly, and courteous service. We use only the best products and are always eager to answer your questions and concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing quality service, which has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality, dependable work with excellent price and reliable, honest service.

"Kevin was great to work with. He was flexible with our schedule. The work was excellent and he stayed on top of the project all the way through the power company activating the service."

Wayne P on November 2019


J. Wolfe Electric, LLC

4 Maplewood Ave
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro

J. Wolfe Electric, LLC

4 Maplewood Ave
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"These guys came out and worked in the dead of cold in the winter in an old barn and got the job done. It was a good value for the price point. They aren't the cheapest but you wouldn't want that with a professional electrician. John has a good crew of people working with him and they'll get the job done. This was a 100 amp to 200 amp upgrade with a sub panel and electric car charger install."

Jon D on January 2022

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"These guys came out and worked in the dead of cold in the winter in an old barn and got the job done. It was a good value for the price point. They aren't the cheapest but you wouldn't want that with a professional electrician. John has a good crew of people working with him and they'll get the job done. This was a 100 amp to 200 amp upgrade with a sub panel and electric car charger install."

Jon D on January 2022


Affordable Electric

99 Alden Road
4.87(
84
)
Approved Pro

Affordable Electric

99 Alden Road
4.87(
84
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

We offer over 15 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 and look forward to building strong, long term relationships with our clients!

"Got a call back same day and electrician was able to come out the very next day and fix our problem. Super happy with our two hours of service! "

Alison N on August 2025

We offer over 15 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 and look forward to building strong, long term relationships with our clients!

"Got a call back same day and electrician was able to come out the very next day and fix our problem. Super happy with our two hours of service! "

Alison N on August 2025


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W B Lightning Rods

560 Peoples Plaza Unit 234
4.93(
297
)
Approved Pro

W B Lightning Rods

560 Peoples Plaza Unit 234
4.93(
297
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
307 local quotes requested

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 **

"We replaced the original roof on our house. I expressed my concerns about re-installation of the lightening rods to my roofer. We have had at least three direct hits since they were originally installed in 2013. My roofer called William who was very helpful. William offered to come out an make sure everything was 100% after re-installation. He came the day after I called and I'm glad he did. While the reinstall was the best he had seen (his words) there were issues after 5 year and 3 strikes that needed addressed. He fixed those and now I have a new roof and I am certain the lightening rods will work as intended. Highly recommend this company."

Jeff W on April 2018

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 **

"We replaced the original roof on our house. I expressed my concerns about re-installation of the lightening rods to my roofer. We have had at least three direct hits since they were originally installed in 2013. My roofer called William who was very helpful. William offered to come out an make sure everything was 100% after re-installation. He came the day after I called and I'm glad he did. While the reinstall was the best he had seen (his words) there were issues after 5 year and 3 strikes that needed addressed. He fixed those and now I have a new roof and I am certain the lightening rods will work as intended. Highly recommend this company."

Jeff W on April 2018


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Cody's Electrical Services

9 Littlefield Lane
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro

Cody's Electrical Services

9 Littlefield Lane
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
42 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We are 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 whole experience was great. From the first contact to the finished project Responded quickly to my request and worked around my work schedule so I didn’t have to take time off from work. Did an excellent job very efficient and explained everything that what he was doing and why he was doing it. Great customer service. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking for a knowledgeable electrician!!"

Betty J on October 2025

We are 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 whole experience was great. From the first contact to the finished project Responded quickly to my request and worked around my work schedule so I didn’t have to take time off from work. Did an excellent job very efficient and explained everything that what he was doing and why he was doing it. Great customer service. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking for a knowledgeable electrician!!"

Betty J on October 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

Yes, natural gas generators can work without electricity. Natural gas generators are a common type of backup or whole-house generator that operates when the electrical grid isn’t working. The trick is using a transfer switch (which usually needs to be installed with the generator) that safely switches the home electrical system from the power grid to generator power when needed.

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.

To reduce AC startup power for a whole-house generator, install a soft start kit or hard start capacitor, which lowers the initial surge by gradually ramping up the compressor. Using a smart load manager can also help by staggering startup loads, preventing a system overload and future costly repairs.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

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