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Up North Home Inspection Service LLC

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Up North Home Inspection Service LLC

5.00(
22
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
2019 years of experience

Up North Home Inspection Service is your one stop shop for all of your home inspection needs! 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. Give us a call today!

"His reviews were very through and informative. And honest that he wasn’t a professional plumber/HVAC/roofing/etc. guy, but knew what to look for."

Corinne S on May 2025

Up North Home Inspection Service is your one stop shop for all of your home inspection needs! 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. Give us a call today!

"His reviews were very through and informative. And honest that he wasn’t a professional plumber/HVAC/roofing/etc. guy, but knew what to look for."

Corinne S on May 2025


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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

4.75(
476
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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

4.75(
476
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
2016 years of experience

NEW! Appliance Consultation – Just $35 Get expert advice before you spend on repairs or replacements. A Neli technician will evaluate your issue and help you decide if your appliance can be fixed—or if it’s time for a new one. Virtual Appliance Diagnosis and Repair - Just $45 Service Description: Diagnose or repair your appliance virtually—no need for anyone to enter your home. Neli’s certified technicians guide you step-by-step via secure video chat. How It Works: Book online at nelihome.com or call 833-876-0900 Connect with a tech through our video platform Diagnose or fix the issue in real time Get expert advice and confidence in your next steps What’s Included: Real-time video guidance from a certified technician Diagnosis of the issue OR full repair (when possible) Step-by-step guidance using your smartphone or tablet Safe, contact-free service - no one in your home Flexible scheduling—appointments available daily Perfect For: Appliance fixes HVAC troubleshooting DIY-savvy homeowners Saving time and money on service calls

"Quick and helpful"

Joe U on November 2025

NEW! Appliance Consultation – Just $35 Get expert advice before you spend on repairs or replacements. A Neli technician will evaluate your issue and help you decide if your appliance can be fixed—or if it’s time for a new one. Virtual Appliance Diagnosis and Repair - Just $45 Service Description: Diagnose or repair your appliance virtually—no need for anyone to enter your home. Neli’s certified technicians guide you step-by-step via secure video chat. How It Works: Book online at nelihome.com or call 833-876-0900 Connect with a tech through our video platform Diagnose or fix the issue in real time Get expert advice and confidence in your next steps What’s Included: Real-time video guidance from a certified technician Diagnosis of the issue OR full repair (when possible) Step-by-step guidance using your smartphone or tablet Safe, contact-free service - no one in your home Flexible scheduling—appointments available daily Perfect For: Appliance fixes HVAC troubleshooting DIY-savvy homeowners Saving time and money on service calls

"Quick and helpful"

Joe U on November 2025


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Ctech Home and Laundry Services LLC

4.67(
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Ctech Home and Laundry Services LLC

4.67(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2020 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Ctech Solutions 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. We do not service Refrigerators

"Took him over a week and a half to get here supposedly fixed our icemaker three day later. I called to tell him it still was not working. Oh they?ll need to get another part that was last week. They should be here today. We called the part hasn?t come in yet we weren?t gonna be charged anything else cause it should?ve been fixed. The first time he said, but now it?s another 80 bucks or so I would not use them again"

Sue F on June 2025

Ctech Solutions 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. We do not service Refrigerators

"Took him over a week and a half to get here supposedly fixed our icemaker three day later. I called to tell him it still was not working. Oh they?ll need to get another part that was last week. They should be here today. We called the part hasn?t come in yet we weren?t gonna be charged anything else cause it should?ve been fixed. The first time he said, but now it?s another 80 bucks or so I would not use them again"

Sue F on June 2025


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Sentri Homes

New on AngiNew on Angi
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Sentri Homes

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
2023 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.


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SimpliSafe Home Security

4.77(
1,979
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SimpliSafe Home Security

4.77(
1,979
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

You’d pay a fortune to keep your family safe, but you shouldn’t pay a penny more than $14.99! Most alarms systems seem like a bargain---UNTIL you look at the cost of signing a long-term alarm contract for $30, $40, sometimes even $50/month. Protect your home and your wallet with a SimpliSafe home security system. Our alarm monitoring costs just $14.99/month, and we’ll never lock you into a contract, so you are free to cancel with us anytime. Each year that you protect your family with SimpliSafe, you’ll save up to $420...that’s why the nation’s leading financial expert, Dave Ramsey, recommends SimpliSafe to all his listeners. Try SimpliSafe today! You have nothing to lose---we are so sure you’ll be happy with your alarm that we offer you a three year product warranty and a 60 Day No-Questions-Asked Full Refund Guarantee

"They are fine. Their price is very good and the hardware is holding up very well."

Sidney J on March 2022

You’d pay a fortune to keep your family safe, but you shouldn’t pay a penny more than $14.99! Most alarms systems seem like a bargain---UNTIL you look at the cost of signing a long-term alarm contract for $30, $40, sometimes even $50/month. Protect your home and your wallet with a SimpliSafe home security system. Our alarm monitoring costs just $14.99/month, and we’ll never lock you into a contract, so you are free to cancel with us anytime. Each year that you protect your family with SimpliSafe, you’ll save up to $420...that’s why the nation’s leading financial expert, Dave Ramsey, recommends SimpliSafe to all his listeners. Try SimpliSafe today! You have nothing to lose---we are so sure you’ll be happy with your alarm that we offer you a three year product warranty and a 60 Day No-Questions-Asked Full Refund Guarantee

"They are fine. Their price is very good and the hardware is holding up very well."

Sidney J on March 2022


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AppliancePartsPros.com

4.73(
287
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AppliancePartsPros.com

4.73(
287
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1999, we've helped millions of do-it-yourselfers save money and fix their broken appliances quickly by providing quality appliance parts and free repair advice. We are only an online appliance parts retailer that offers a 365 day warranty and fast shipping. We also offer technical advice and diagnosis totally free 6 days a week. If you are interested in repairing your own appliance, please call us at 1-877-477-7278 or click live chat on our web site. We will help diagnose the problem and provide you with all the necessary information for the repair free of charge. It's better with the Pros!™ Avoid costly service calls - visit us at http://www.appliancepartspros.com

"Beware of shipping issues with this company. Ordered an ice maker installation kit on 10/10/25. Shipping was due no later than 10/20 according to company and FedEx tracking. FedEx tracking showed the package at their facility for 8 days without moving beginning on 10/15. Called FedEx 3 times. Each time they said they cannot find package and I have to contact shipper. Shipper has to make a claim, they will not mark it as lost. Called Appliance Parts Pros twice. Each time they say FedEx has to mark package lost before they will do anything. They also state they have to wait 14 days from them before doing anything because of their contract with FedEx. I don't care about their contract, I want what was ordered and paid for. Just going in circles with them and FedEX. If they shipped after 14 days it would be 22 days from that point, 32 days from the date of order if they shipped it that day. There was a deadline for installing this part before tenants arrive. They did not care, would not m"

Ron R on October 2025

Since 1999, we've helped millions of do-it-yourselfers save money and fix their broken appliances quickly by providing quality appliance parts and free repair advice. We are only an online appliance parts retailer that offers a 365 day warranty and fast shipping. We also offer technical advice and diagnosis totally free 6 days a week. If you are interested in repairing your own appliance, please call us at 1-877-477-7278 or click live chat on our web site. We will help diagnose the problem and provide you with all the necessary information for the repair free of charge. It's better with the Pros!™ Avoid costly service calls - visit us at http://www.appliancepartspros.com

"Beware of shipping issues with this company. Ordered an ice maker installation kit on 10/10/25. Shipping was due no later than 10/20 according to company and FedEx tracking. FedEx tracking showed the package at their facility for 8 days without moving beginning on 10/15. Called FedEx 3 times. Each time they said they cannot find package and I have to contact shipper. Shipper has to make a claim, they will not mark it as lost. Called Appliance Parts Pros twice. Each time they say FedEx has to mark package lost before they will do anything. They also state they have to wait 14 days from them before doing anything because of their contract with FedEx. I don't care about their contract, I want what was ordered and paid for. Just going in circles with them and FedEX. If they shipped after 14 days it would be 22 days from that point, 32 days from the date of order if they shipped it that day. There was a deadline for installing this part before tenants arrive. They did not care, would not m"

Ron R on October 2025


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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
347
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
347
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018


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Kotz Heating & Air Conditioning

4.85(
110
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Kotz Heating & Air Conditioning

4.85(
110
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Kotz Heating, Cooling and Plumbing is a customer focused heating and air-conditioning company that was originally started in 1987. Located in Waterford, MI, we employ highly trained people whose goal is to make our company the best service company in Oakland County Michigan. Our company specializes in designing, engineering, and installing complete comfort systems for owners of existing homes and buildings just like yours. We take special pride in the craftsmen we train and employ--a fact you'll notice immediately in the attitude and integrity they bring to your job site. Our entire company works hard to make your experience with us hassle-free and enjoyable. Should we make a mistake, we will do everything in our power to correct it to your satisfaction. From the professionalism of our sales engineers, to the dedication of our field personnel, we are dedicated to delivering you the best. We take our responsibility very seriously when you place your trust in us. We pledge to always tell you up front what your cost will be to complete your job correctly. We make it a point to go over any details or limitations of the proposed system that will affect your enjoyment of the end result. You are told exactly what to expect up front. We back this philosophy with our exclusive written guarantee when choosing Kotz Heating, Cooling and Plumbing to contract your job: “If at any time during the first year of installation, you are not 100% satisfied with the performance of the equipment, our service or even our people, we will, within 30 days of your request, remove the system and cheerfully refund the entire amount of the contract.” Compare our guarantee with the limitations, fine print and exclusions other companies tend to use to back their work today. Others will typically guarantee only the functionality of the equipment--not your satisfaction with the process or that the finished job lives up to your expectations.

"Installed new furnace. Installed new air conditioning unit. Installed new circuit breaker for a/c. Installed new ductwork. Installed new gas lines & garage heaters. Set up new heating/cooling zones. handled all permits & inspections. (Work is being performed in stages; at this point, total work is about 90% complete, and the completion date is already scheduled)."

Carlos M on December 2020

Kotz Heating, Cooling and Plumbing is a customer focused heating and air-conditioning company that was originally started in 1987. Located in Waterford, MI, we employ highly trained people whose goal is to make our company the best service company in Oakland County Michigan. Our company specializes in designing, engineering, and installing complete comfort systems for owners of existing homes and buildings just like yours. We take special pride in the craftsmen we train and employ--a fact you'll notice immediately in the attitude and integrity they bring to your job site. Our entire company works hard to make your experience with us hassle-free and enjoyable. Should we make a mistake, we will do everything in our power to correct it to your satisfaction. From the professionalism of our sales engineers, to the dedication of our field personnel, we are dedicated to delivering you the best. We take our responsibility very seriously when you place your trust in us. We pledge to always tell you up front what your cost will be to complete your job correctly. We make it a point to go over any details or limitations of the proposed system that will affect your enjoyment of the end result. You are told exactly what to expect up front. We back this philosophy with our exclusive written guarantee when choosing Kotz Heating, Cooling and Plumbing to contract your job: “If at any time during the first year of installation, you are not 100% satisfied with the performance of the equipment, our service or even our people, we will, within 30 days of your request, remove the system and cheerfully refund the entire amount of the contract.” Compare our guarantee with the limitations, fine print and exclusions other companies tend to use to back their work today. Others will typically guarantee only the functionality of the equipment--not your satisfaction with the process or that the finished job lives up to your expectations.

"Installed new furnace. Installed new air conditioning unit. Installed new circuit breaker for a/c. Installed new ductwork. Installed new gas lines & garage heaters. Set up new heating/cooling zones. handled all permits & inspections. (Work is being performed in stages; at this point, total work is about 90% complete, and the completion date is already scheduled)."

Carlos M on December 2020


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Acculevel Inc

4.66(
181
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Acculevel Inc

4.66(
181
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and Ohio and been in business since 1996. Most of our repairs come with a life of the structure warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- possibly the most valuable investment you'll ever make. A dry home is a healthy home. Acculevel is committed to providing the most technologically advanced repairs to help keep your home dry and on a safe foundation. A strong foundation protects your home's structure, lowers utility bills and maintains the value of your property. Check our pictures for the signs & symptoms of foundation & water damage, and then call Acculevel for your free visual inspection. 1-866-669-3349

"STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY. They took my 1st half deposit and then vanished. I have called multiple times. Spoke with someone once and they promised a call back. Never did. Emailed and no response. This was over 4 months ago. Nothing. They stole my money. Sales guy was John Mullikin. Here's their class-act response by chat. The best response I've had yet. "Conversation closed by Erika"."

Jeff N on September 2025

Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and Ohio and been in business since 1996. Most of our repairs come with a life of the structure warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- possibly the most valuable investment you'll ever make. A dry home is a healthy home. Acculevel is committed to providing the most technologically advanced repairs to help keep your home dry and on a safe foundation. A strong foundation protects your home's structure, lowers utility bills and maintains the value of your property. Check our pictures for the signs & symptoms of foundation & water damage, and then call Acculevel for your free visual inspection. 1-866-669-3349

"STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY. They took my 1st half deposit and then vanished. I have called multiple times. Spoke with someone once and they promised a call back. Never did. Emailed and no response. This was over 4 months ago. Nothing. They stole my money. Sales guy was John Mullikin. Here's their class-act response by chat. The best response I've had yet. "Conversation closed by Erika"."

Jeff N on September 2025


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Wise Heating & Cooling Inc

5.00(
28
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Wise Heating & Cooling Inc

5.00(
28
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Wise Heating and Cooling, Inc. provides your home with a clean, comfortable environment in the most energy efficient manner. Wise Heating and Cooling, Inc. is a full service heating and cooling company. We specialize in Geothermal systems, heat pumps, and high efficiency furnace and air conditioner installations. Why would you choose Wise Heating & Cooling, Inc.? Because, Wise is dedicated to learning and training. Why WISE?? Education + Experience = WISE. That is why! Wise is dedicated to learning. The most important day in the life of your equipment is the day it is installed. If it is not installed per codes and manufacturers’ recommendations, the equipment life expectancy is shortened. Your health, safety, and pocket book could be affected. Wise is factory trained on over 25 different brands such as Daikin, Ruud, Rheem, Bosch, Hydroheat, Econar, and Trane to name a few. In addition to factory training, our employees are NATE certified. We purchase permits on all jobs requiring them. We want our work inspected for your safety. A second set of eyes benefits YOU. YOUR safety is our responsibility! And, it is the law! Old fashioned values combined with newfangled technology. It is possible to talk to “Up North” people who know and understand geothermal, heat pumps, high efficiency furnaces, flow thru batteries and much more. We like to get to know our customers. We work hard. We offer value, education and experience! AND we are available 24/7!

"I can't say enough good things about the folks at Wise Heating and Cooling. We decided last year to get a Generac as we were tired of the frequent power outages in our area. We have an unusually slop to lot with half of it being build into the side of a hill. Jimmy, Brett, Rochelle and the folks at Parker Electric couldn't have been more helpful and dedicated in making sure YOU ARE 100% COMPLETELY SATISIFIED AND HAPPY. Because our home was built in the 1970's, the electrical breaker panel wasn't up to what was needed for a Generac Transfer Switch, we had to have ours replaced. Upon inspection of what needed to be done, they found a natural gas pipe was leaking under my decking!!! Consumers immediately came and shut off all gas to my home at noon. Wise had a fellow come out and by 9pm that night, new black pipe was threaded and installed!!! The next morning Consumers had my gas turned back on!!! The Generac was installed, leveled, new Breaker and Transfer Panels were installed and a gas line hooked up. Then the Generac was activated via the Wifi it came with and the battery and Oil heater optional equipment installed. A test run was done and we're now 100% ready for the next electrical outage. IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A GENERAC AND NEED A RELIABLE AND DEPENDABLE OUTFIT TO DO THE JOB.......CALL WISE in West Branch. You won't be disappointed!!!!! I have them coming out in the fall to service my Forced Air Furnace, Humidifier and in the spring, they'll do my central air and Generac annual maintenance."

Leta W on June 2023

Wise Heating and Cooling, Inc. provides your home with a clean, comfortable environment in the most energy efficient manner. Wise Heating and Cooling, Inc. is a full service heating and cooling company. We specialize in Geothermal systems, heat pumps, and high efficiency furnace and air conditioner installations. Why would you choose Wise Heating & Cooling, Inc.? Because, Wise is dedicated to learning and training. Why WISE?? Education + Experience = WISE. That is why! Wise is dedicated to learning. The most important day in the life of your equipment is the day it is installed. If it is not installed per codes and manufacturers’ recommendations, the equipment life expectancy is shortened. Your health, safety, and pocket book could be affected. Wise is factory trained on over 25 different brands such as Daikin, Ruud, Rheem, Bosch, Hydroheat, Econar, and Trane to name a few. In addition to factory training, our employees are NATE certified. We purchase permits on all jobs requiring them. We want our work inspected for your safety. A second set of eyes benefits YOU. YOUR safety is our responsibility! And, it is the law! Old fashioned values combined with newfangled technology. It is possible to talk to “Up North” people who know and understand geothermal, heat pumps, high efficiency furnaces, flow thru batteries and much more. We like to get to know our customers. We work hard. We offer value, education and experience! AND we are available 24/7!

"I can't say enough good things about the folks at Wise Heating and Cooling. We decided last year to get a Generac as we were tired of the frequent power outages in our area. We have an unusually slop to lot with half of it being build into the side of a hill. Jimmy, Brett, Rochelle and the folks at Parker Electric couldn't have been more helpful and dedicated in making sure YOU ARE 100% COMPLETELY SATISIFIED AND HAPPY. Because our home was built in the 1970's, the electrical breaker panel wasn't up to what was needed for a Generac Transfer Switch, we had to have ours replaced. Upon inspection of what needed to be done, they found a natural gas pipe was leaking under my decking!!! Consumers immediately came and shut off all gas to my home at noon. Wise had a fellow come out and by 9pm that night, new black pipe was threaded and installed!!! The next morning Consumers had my gas turned back on!!! The Generac was installed, leveled, new Breaker and Transfer Panels were installed and a gas line hooked up. Then the Generac was activated via the Wifi it came with and the battery and Oil heater optional equipment installed. A test run was done and we're now 100% ready for the next electrical outage. IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A GENERAC AND NEED A RELIABLE AND DEPENDABLE OUTFIT TO DO THE JOB.......CALL WISE in West Branch. You won't be disappointed!!!!! I have them coming out in the fall to service my Forced Air Furnace, Humidifier and in the spring, they'll do my central air and Generac annual maintenance."

Leta W on June 2023

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Wood Stove Inspection questions, answered by experts

An annual inspection can ensure that a fireplace is in proper working order to avoid fire hazards and the release of carbon monoxide into the home. Not all fireplace issues, especially blockages, are easily visible from inside or outside the home, which is why a professional must conduct a thorough internal inspection of all of the fireplace and chimney components.

The size of your pizza oven will determine the number of bricks necessary to build it. So the bigger your pizza oven, the more fire bricks you’ll need to purchase. Keep in mind that fire bricks cost about $3 each.

The most common sign of a carbon monoxide leak is the visible black soot marks on the walls near your wood stove. An excess accumulation of smoke in other rooms of your home could also indicate that your wood burning stove is leaking carbon monoxide. If you notice either of these signs or are still unsure, it’s best to leave the premises and contact your fire department to check your home’s levels. 

A chimney liner isn’t required for an outdoor fireplace; you don’t technically need one if the masonry chimney uses the proper dimensions and is built to code. However, a chimney liner does serve as a protective coating for the flue. Adding a liner could improve performance, safety, and durability. In short, while not necessary, it wouldn’t hurt.

There are six main choices of fireplace inserts: wood-burning, gas, propane, pellet, electric, and coal. Coal fireplace inserts aren’t as popular as they once were because burning coal emits a lot of carbon monoxide. Any fireplace insert will require proper supervision, and it’s a good idea to install a carbon monoxide detector in the room for added safety.

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