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Avenergy Electric

498 Windsor Road
4.76(
25
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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
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

Silicon Maine

224 Stetson Road West
New on AngiNew on Angi
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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LaPlante Electric, Inc.

717 US-1
4.89(
60
)
Approved Pro

LaPlante Electric, Inc.

717 US-1
4.89(
60
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
67 local quotes requested

LaPlante Electric, Inc., is "The Best of Home Advisor 2020" please check out the Reviews by our Super Wonderful Clients!!! Love our clients!!! LaPlante Electric is proud to be a locally owned and family operated business that serves the Maine/New Hampshire communities. Since 1991 we have provided our customers with the highest quality products and expertise at a fair price. Since opening our doors we have built our business on being timely, tidy and making sure that every customer is 100% satisfied when the job is done. We provide our customers with on site assessments and quotes, provide financing and payment options and offer flexible installation scheduling. Our customers know that they can call 24/7 and the phone will be answered by a live person, that they will get a firm price, not an estimate and that we will show up on time when scheduled. Let us show you why our customers become customers for life, get in touch today!

"Fast,friendly,professional"

Mark G on September 2024

LaPlante Electric, Inc., is "The Best of Home Advisor 2020" please check out the Reviews by our Super Wonderful Clients!!! Love our clients!!! LaPlante Electric is proud to be a locally owned and family operated business that serves the Maine/New Hampshire communities. Since 1991 we have provided our customers with the highest quality products and expertise at a fair price. Since opening our doors we have built our business on being timely, tidy and making sure that every customer is 100% satisfied when the job is done. We provide our customers with on site assessments and quotes, provide financing and payment options and offer flexible installation scheduling. Our customers know that they can call 24/7 and the phone will be answered by a live person, that they will get a firm price, not an estimate and that we will show up on time when scheduled. Let us show you why our customers become customers for life, get in touch today!

"Fast,friendly,professional"

Mark G on September 2024


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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
253 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 **

"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



"he was great-fast, efficient"

Pam K on November 2019

We are a owner operated, family owned electrical contractor with over 30 years experience in all phases of the electrical field. Customer satisfaction and quality work done right the first time is our goal. Free estimates.

"he was great-fast, efficient"

Pam K on November 2019


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Goodridge Electric

460 Hinckley Rd
5.00(
2
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Goodridge Electric

460 Hinckley Rd
5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Proudly servicing the entire state of Maine, Goodridge Electric LLC specializes in all aspects of commercial and residential wiring as well as Generac generator sales and service. We can help you with any electrical project that you may have around your home or business. We take great pride in our work and customer relationships both before and after the work is done. We make sure that every job is done right the first time to insure that you have a trouble free electrical system. Estimates are always free anywhere in the state of Maine and we can work around your schedule to see that the job gets done on time. We are also a Generac authorized sales and service dealer. We can take care of your Generac generator needs from installation to yearly maintenance and also warranty work if needed.

Proudly servicing the entire state of Maine, Goodridge Electric LLC specializes in all aspects of commercial and residential wiring as well as Generac generator sales and service. We can help you with any electrical project that you may have around your home or business. We take great pride in our work and customer relationships both before and after the work is done. We make sure that every job is done right the first time to insure that you have a trouble free electrical system. Estimates are always free anywhere in the state of Maine and we can work around your schedule to see that the job gets done on time. We are also a Generac authorized sales and service dealer. We can take care of your Generac generator needs from installation to yearly maintenance and also warranty work if needed.


Jim Brann General Contractor

38 Farrs Road
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Jim Brann General Contractor

38 Farrs Road
No reviews yet
45 years of experience

Jim Brann General Contractor can supply all of your building needs. With over 30 years experience in fine home building, earthwork, Foundations and Jim is a Master Electrician, Master Plumber and Master Oil Burner Tech with an unlimited license. One stop for all your construction needs saves you money!

Jim Brann General Contractor can supply all of your building needs. With over 30 years experience in fine home building, earthwork, Foundations and Jim is a Master Electrician, Master Plumber and Master Oil Burner Tech with an unlimited license. One stop for all your construction needs saves you money!


Kilowatt Electric

PO Box 28
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Kilowatt Electric

PO Box 28
No reviews yet
40 years of experience

We sell, install and service all types and sizes of electrical systems, new services and upgrades, TV, phone and data systems, fire/smoke/carbon monoxide detection systems and emergency standby generators, automatic and manual transfer switches and connections. We also service existing systems. We do new construction, rehabs, remodels and additions. One receptacle, a whole house or business. No job is too small. NO AFTER HOURS CHARGE!!!! Current rate is $60.00/hr. Founded in 1985 by Ed Garnier, licensed Master Electrician Electrical Products & Services Kilowatt Electric is a full service electrical contractor installing and servicing residential and commercial electrical systems, phone and data wiring and emergency systems. Available 24/7 for emergency service at our regular hourly rate. Mission: To provide top quality materials and workmanship to every client. "The Bitterness of Poor Quality Remains Long After the Sweetness of the Cheapest Price is Forgotten" Products: We sell and install materials from all major suppliers of high quality electrical components and devices. Email [email protected]

We sell, install and service all types and sizes of electrical systems, new services and upgrades, TV, phone and data systems, fire/smoke/carbon monoxide detection systems and emergency standby generators, automatic and manual transfer switches and connections. We also service existing systems. We do new construction, rehabs, remodels and additions. One receptacle, a whole house or business. No job is too small. NO AFTER HOURS CHARGE!!!! Current rate is $60.00/hr. Founded in 1985 by Ed Garnier, licensed Master Electrician Electrical Products & Services Kilowatt Electric is a full service electrical contractor installing and servicing residential and commercial electrical systems, phone and data wiring and emergency systems. Available 24/7 for emergency service at our regular hourly rate. Mission: To provide top quality materials and workmanship to every client. "The Bitterness of Poor Quality Remains Long After the Sweetness of the Cheapest Price is Forgotten" Products: We sell and install materials from all major suppliers of high quality electrical components and devices. Email [email protected]

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, you cannot plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your home. Plugging in a generator without an interlocking kit, extension cord, or wall outlet receptacle is incredibly dangerous and can cause back-feeding—power from the generator back-feeds into utility lines. Also, if the main power comes back on while your generator is on, it could damage the generator and cause a house fire.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home

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.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

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