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Accent Tel USA

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Accent Tel USA

4.89(
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Customers say: Quick response
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.

"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business "

Anthony O on September 2025

Our Company provides a one-stop solution for all of your voice, internet, and telecom needs. Leveraging the Cloud we provide your Office state-of-the-art telephones for little or no upfront cost striving to keep your monthly costs the same. Sound too good to be true? Give us a call and we will show you how.

"Telephone System - Install or Upgrade - For Business "

Anthony O on September 2025


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JKS Electric, LLC

4.97(
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JKS Electric, LLC

4.97(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

We have over 10 years of experience in the electrical business. Here at JKS Electric, LLC, 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!

"Jarrod the owner is an EXCELLENT COMMUNICATOR, HONEST and RESPECTFUL. His pricing is fair and his work is EXEMPLARY!"

Anthony S on May 2024

We have over 10 years of experience in the electrical business. Here at JKS Electric, LLC, 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!

"Jarrod the owner is an EXCELLENT COMMUNICATOR, HONEST and RESPECTFUL. His pricing is fair and his work is EXEMPLARY!"

Anthony S on May 2024


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PM Technologies

5.00(
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PM Technologies

5.00(
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93 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

For over 28 years we have been providing generator service and maintenance (including 24 hour emergency service) throughout Michigan. We service all standby generators residential and commercial, large and small. We are a certified, independent Generac, Kohler, Wildcat, Briggs & Stratton, Taylor and Champion generator dealer and would be happy to provide you with a free estimate. Give us a call to see how we can help offer you peace of mind with any of your power management needs.

"Very professional and knowledgeable! Did an amazing job while letting us know what was all being performed."

Matt G on August 2024

For over 28 years we have been providing generator service and maintenance (including 24 hour emergency service) throughout Michigan. We service all standby generators residential and commercial, large and small. We are a certified, independent Generac, Kohler, Wildcat, Briggs & Stratton, Taylor and Champion generator dealer and would be happy to provide you with a free estimate. Give us a call to see how we can help offer you peace of mind with any of your power management needs.

"Very professional and knowledgeable! Did an amazing job while letting us know what was all being performed."

Matt G on August 2024


Oak Electric partnered with ENS Electric, a like-minded electrical contractor whose company was built on happy customers who refer us to their neighbors, friends, and family!


Beacon Electric

4.73(
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Beacon Electric

4.73(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 local quotes requested

Small electrical company with 2 employees, state licensed and insured. Fifty five years experiance, serving the greater Kalamzoo area. Free Estimates

"Good. Friendly."

Amber B on February 2021

Small electrical company with 2 employees, state licensed and insured. Fifty five years experiance, serving the greater Kalamzoo area. Free Estimates

"Good. Friendly."

Amber B on February 2021


James Electric/ The Fan Man

4.93(
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James Electric/ The Fan Man

4.93(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
79 local quotes requested

Small locally owned electric company specializing in tall vaulted/cathedral ceilings. Ceiling fans, chandeliers light fixtures. Click or call (269) 589-1174 for an estimate.

"I’m very happy with the work of James Electric. I needed to have an EV charger installed. I was able to discuss the project with them (location, model, charger ratings, etc.). They offered opinions, but it was always my decision. I ended up with my Emportia charger mounted exactly where I wanted on the house. In the process, they also cleaned up several ugly circuits in the breaker box. The job was done quickly and efficiently, during some of the coldest weather we’ve experienced this winter. I would definitely recommend James Electric for future electrical work, especially installing EV chargers."

John E on February 2025

Small locally owned electric company specializing in tall vaulted/cathedral ceilings. Ceiling fans, chandeliers light fixtures. Click or call (269) 589-1174 for an estimate.

"I’m very happy with the work of James Electric. I needed to have an EV charger installed. I was able to discuss the project with them (location, model, charger ratings, etc.). They offered opinions, but it was always my decision. I ended up with my Emportia charger mounted exactly where I wanted on the house. In the process, they also cleaned up several ugly circuits in the breaker box. The job was done quickly and efficiently, during some of the coldest weather we’ve experienced this winter. I would definitely recommend James Electric for future electrical work, especially installing EV chargers."

John E on February 2025


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Electrical Innovations LLC

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Electrical Innovations LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
174 local quotes requested

Our mission statement is simple. We aim to provide great customer service and build relationships with our clients beyond the first job. We truly strive to be a one stop shop for electrical services. Nothing is too far outside the box and with our team, and partnerships with other great small businesses in the Grand Rapids area we can always exceed your expectations.

"They replaced it quick and easy, and were on time. Will definitely call again if I need anything done."

Leon K on June 2024

Our mission statement is simple. We aim to provide great customer service and build relationships with our clients beyond the first job. We truly strive to be a one stop shop for electrical services. Nothing is too far outside the box and with our team, and partnerships with other great small businesses in the Grand Rapids area we can always exceed your expectations.

"They replaced it quick and easy, and were on time. Will definitely call again if I need anything done."

Leon K on June 2024


"I want to thank AAB electric! As soon as I said I needed an electrician on your site my phone immediately rang. Caleb was the man I spoke with, I sent pictures of my electric panel and garage and I was given a great quote. As soon as I was ready they were here to set it up. They were great guys and made sure everything was working properly before they left. I highly recommend them! Thanks guys!!!"

Tracy P on April 2025

With over 30 years of electrical experience, we are here to address all your electrical needs. You'll be shocked how good we are.

"I want to thank AAB electric! As soon as I said I needed an electrician on your site my phone immediately rang. Caleb was the man I spoke with, I sent pictures of my electric panel and garage and I was given a great quote. As soon as I was ready they were here to set it up. They were great guys and made sure everything was working properly before they left. I highly recommend them! Thanks guys!!!"

Tracy P on April 2025


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Laws Electric LLC

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Laws Electric LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience

If you are a homeowner, you know that accidents can happen at inconvenient times. There are certain things you can do at home to solve simple electrical problems, such as switching out a lightbulb. However, there are some things that should be left to professional electricians. If you have flickering lights, circuit breaker issues, faulty outlets, or other electrical problems that you can’t fix on your own, you can call Laws Electric at any time. We will send an emergency electrician in Plainwell, MI to your home to fix the problem 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. Waiting to fix electrical issues is inconvenient, but it can also be dangerous in some circumstances. If you are having a problem don’t wait to call. When you contact Laws Electric for your electricity needs, you can have peace of mind knowing you will get the best service at the best price.

"Very professional"

Melissa S on August 2024

If you are a homeowner, you know that accidents can happen at inconvenient times. There are certain things you can do at home to solve simple electrical problems, such as switching out a lightbulb. However, there are some things that should be left to professional electricians. If you have flickering lights, circuit breaker issues, faulty outlets, or other electrical problems that you can’t fix on your own, you can call Laws Electric at any time. We will send an emergency electrician in Plainwell, MI to your home to fix the problem 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. Waiting to fix electrical issues is inconvenient, but it can also be dangerous in some circumstances. If you are having a problem don’t wait to call. When you contact Laws Electric for your electricity needs, you can have peace of mind knowing you will get the best service at the best price.

"Very professional"

Melissa S on August 2024


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Lookz Electric LLC

5.00(
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Lookz Electric LLC

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

Lookz Electric provides every electrical service you may need, we got you covered. If you need an electrician, we can help. Licensed and insured with over 20 years of industry experience. Check out the "verify our license" button on our website. www.lookzelectric.com

"Josh was great, he explained the work and the job was quick, I definately recommend!"

Dave M on May 2024

Lookz Electric provides every electrical service you may need, we got you covered. If you need an electrician, we can help. Licensed and insured with over 20 years of industry experience. Check out the "verify our license" button on our website. www.lookzelectric.com

"Josh was great, he explained the work and the job was quick, I definately recommend!"

Dave M on May 2024

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

The typical cost of a home generator is around $5,000, but prices range from $400 up to $13,000, depending on a few factors. The most significant cost factor is the generator size, as larger generators that can support more square footage usually cost more. You can install an emergency backup generator for between $500 and $2,000 or a partial-home generator for between $2,000 and $6,500. Whole-home generators usually total between $5,000 and $13,000, with some models climbing as high as $18,000.

Generator size requirements vary wildly among properties, but typical generator sizes are listed below based on home square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20kW+

Unfortunately, home square footage isn’t always a good indicator of generator size requirements. Instead, you should call in a professional to discuss which items in your home you’d like to run via your generator. They can calculate peak and average consumption for those items and then size your generator appropriately for optimal performance.

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.

You can determine what size generator you need by listing the various appliances it will power during an outage. Write down the start-up watt usage, and then add them all together. 

A 7,500-watt generator will run your refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits without a problem. However, you’ll need an extra 3,000 to 4,500 watts to run your water heater and another 5,000 to 25,000 watts to run your electric furnace. In these instances, a whole-home generator is your best bet for running your critical equipment.

Yes, in some locations, it is required by the National Electric Code (NEC) to have a transfer switch installed for electrical emergencies. In addition to following electrical code, generator transfer switches ensure your home is fully protected during a power outage. By switching the power from the main breaker to the generator breaker, you can seamlessly operate your HVAC, lights, appliances, devices, and more during an emergency. 

The Richland, MI homeowners’ guide to generator installs

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.