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Comfort by Design

4.71(
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Comfort by Design

4.71(
70
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
1991 years of experience

At Comfort By Design, we’re more than just a service provider—we’re your trusted neighbors dedicated to transforming your home into a true sanctuary with solutions tailored to your unique needs. For over 30 years, we’ve been delivering exceptional heating, air conditioning, geothermal, fireplace, and electrical services, ensuring your home stays comfortable, safe, and efficient all year long. Our mission is to deliver "Your Comfort, Your Way," backed by an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. Our certified expert technicians take pride in providing innovative and efficient solutions using the highest quality parts and equipment, ensuring lasting performance and reliability. With fair and transparent pricing, there are no surprises—just honest, dependable service you can trust. Plus, with our same-day priority service, we’re there when you need us most. When you choose Comfort By Design, you’re not just hiring a service provider—you’re partnering with a team that values your comfort as much as you do. Whether it’s an emergency repair, routine maintenance, or a new system installation, you can rely on us to deliver expert service with integrity, every time.

"WARNING - make sure you get a fully price estimate up front before they begin to do work. I brought them in to work on furnace/AC unit/split AC unit servicing garage (based on a promotional price for the first two). It was found my split unit needed a recharge for coolant and I was told that it'd only be 5 lbs of coolant and that this would be priced by the pound (which was reasonable). The bill came and they tacked on a flat charge of $219 for the coolant (this is in addition to the $129 charge to look over the split unit). I felt baited-and-switched. I also contacted them about this, and the answer came down to "This is additional profit for us added onto your bill." Not pleased. At all. Particularly since the coolant in question costs approximately $6 per pound and they only used 5 lbs (one would assume that the $129 charge built in enough profit for labor/licenses/equipment due to the limited time spent working on the split unit. Apparently not). Comfort By Design does excellent work, and they do stand by their work, but just be VERY CAREFUL in finding out what they're going to charge you, particularly if something extra comes up when they're doing a job."

Bryan P on June 2020

At Comfort By Design, we’re more than just a service provider—we’re your trusted neighbors dedicated to transforming your home into a true sanctuary with solutions tailored to your unique needs. For over 30 years, we’ve been delivering exceptional heating, air conditioning, geothermal, fireplace, and electrical services, ensuring your home stays comfortable, safe, and efficient all year long. Our mission is to deliver "Your Comfort, Your Way," backed by an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. Our certified expert technicians take pride in providing innovative and efficient solutions using the highest quality parts and equipment, ensuring lasting performance and reliability. With fair and transparent pricing, there are no surprises—just honest, dependable service you can trust. Plus, with our same-day priority service, we’re there when you need us most. When you choose Comfort By Design, you’re not just hiring a service provider—you’re partnering with a team that values your comfort as much as you do. Whether it’s an emergency repair, routine maintenance, or a new system installation, you can rely on us to deliver expert service with integrity, every time.

"WARNING - make sure you get a fully price estimate up front before they begin to do work. I brought them in to work on furnace/AC unit/split AC unit servicing garage (based on a promotional price for the first two). It was found my split unit needed a recharge for coolant and I was told that it'd only be 5 lbs of coolant and that this would be priced by the pound (which was reasonable). The bill came and they tacked on a flat charge of $219 for the coolant (this is in addition to the $129 charge to look over the split unit). I felt baited-and-switched. I also contacted them about this, and the answer came down to "This is additional profit for us added onto your bill." Not pleased. At all. Particularly since the coolant in question costs approximately $6 per pound and they only used 5 lbs (one would assume that the $129 charge built in enough profit for labor/licenses/equipment due to the limited time spent working on the split unit. Apparently not). Comfort By Design does excellent work, and they do stand by their work, but just be VERY CAREFUL in finding out what they're going to charge you, particularly if something extra comes up when they're doing a job."

Bryan P on June 2020


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Dalum's Electric Service LLC

4.99(
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Dalum's Electric Service LLC

4.99(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Dalum's Electric Service, LLC provides reliable residential and commercial electrical services throughout Minnesota. We work on any type of electrical project, from troubleshooting and repair, to electrical system upgrades and new electrical installations. We are your one-stop- shop for all residential commercial electrical needs. Travel charges may apply.

"It went great! Jay replaced a number of light switches and one breaker that were ruined by the lightning. While here, he also put new covers on our exterior outlets that were not properly covered. So happy with the work. Jay is very professional and nice to work with."

Sara R on November 2020

Dalum's Electric Service, LLC provides reliable residential and commercial electrical services throughout Minnesota. We work on any type of electrical project, from troubleshooting and repair, to electrical system upgrades and new electrical installations. We are your one-stop- shop for all residential commercial electrical needs. Travel charges may apply.

"It went great! Jay replaced a number of light switches and one breaker that were ruined by the lightning. While here, he also put new covers on our exterior outlets that were not properly covered. So happy with the work. Jay is very professional and nice to work with."

Sara R on November 2020


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Affordable Electric

4.43(
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Affordable Electric

4.43(
94
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Customers say: Super punctual
1992 years of experience

Affordable Electric has been serving the Twin Cities area for over 25 years. If you’re in need of electricians, you’ve come to the right company. Whether you have an electrical emergency, or just need a ceiling fan installed, Affordable Electric has you covered. We guarantee that all of our work will be completed on time. All our Twin Cities Electricians are courteous, reliable, honest, and will treat your home as if it were their own. Our services include: EmergencyElectrical, Storm Damage, Remodels, Additions, Troubleshooting, Rewiring, Service Upgrades Breaker Panels, Fuse to Breakers, Whole House Safety Inspections.

"The techs were friendly enough until we had an issue and problem with a breaker that was installed. Then they were unhelpful and wanted to charge us to fix a problem they created in the first place. We spent 13k with them and then had to have another company come out and fix their mistake which was an additional 2k…"

Maddie T on December 2022

Affordable Electric has been serving the Twin Cities area for over 25 years. If you’re in need of electricians, you’ve come to the right company. Whether you have an electrical emergency, or just need a ceiling fan installed, Affordable Electric has you covered. We guarantee that all of our work will be completed on time. All our Twin Cities Electricians are courteous, reliable, honest, and will treat your home as if it were their own. Our services include: EmergencyElectrical, Storm Damage, Remodels, Additions, Troubleshooting, Rewiring, Service Upgrades Breaker Panels, Fuse to Breakers, Whole House Safety Inspections.

"The techs were friendly enough until we had an issue and problem with a breaker that was installed. Then they were unhelpful and wanted to charge us to fix a problem they created in the first place. We spent 13k with them and then had to have another company come out and fix their mistake which was an additional 2k…"

Maddie T on December 2022


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Midwest Electric and Generator, Inc

4.65(
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Midwest Electric and Generator, Inc

4.65(
43
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Customers say: Super punctual
2007 years of experience

Midwest Electric and Generator, Inc, is Minnesota's leading generator provider. We offer turn key installations, unit sales, engineering, maintenance, monitoring, warranty service, and more. We offer brands such as Generac, GE, Cummins, Kohler, & Caterpillar. If is is a new installation for your home or business, we can expertly size, install, maintain, and monitor your generator. We offer natural gas, propane, diesel, bi/tri fuel generators. With our expertise, you can rely on us to take care of your needs. We service the entire state of Minnesota, and also parts of North Dakota and Wisconsin.

"They are great to work with."

E D on October 2020

Midwest Electric and Generator, Inc, is Minnesota's leading generator provider. We offer turn key installations, unit sales, engineering, maintenance, monitoring, warranty service, and more. We offer brands such as Generac, GE, Cummins, Kohler, & Caterpillar. If is is a new installation for your home or business, we can expertly size, install, maintain, and monitor your generator. We offer natural gas, propane, diesel, bi/tri fuel generators. With our expertise, you can rely on us to take care of your needs. We service the entire state of Minnesota, and also parts of North Dakota and Wisconsin.

"They are great to work with."

E D on October 2020


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Allied Generators

5.00(
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Allied Generators

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

If you need a generator for home or business, Allied Generators offers turnkey generator installation, generator preventative maintenance, generator troubleshooting/repair, and generator monitoring. We can repair or service nearly any make and model. We also now offer portable generators for rent.

If you need a generator for home or business, Allied Generators offers turnkey generator installation, generator preventative maintenance, generator troubleshooting/repair, and generator monitoring. We can repair or service nearly any make and model. We also now offer portable generators for rent.


"Todd was such a nice guy. Very personable. He was neat and clean and really knew what he was doing. Would highly recommend HiTec Electric."

Diane E on March 2020

We have been a family owned and operated business in the Minneapolis area for over 20 years.

"Todd was such a nice guy. Very personable. He was neat and clean and really knew what he was doing. Would highly recommend HiTec Electric."

Diane E on March 2020


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Rayco Electric LLC

5.00(
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Rayco Electric LLC

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

We are a full service electrical contractor, commercial, residential, remodels,service upgrades,hot tub/ spas,swimming pools. We do do sub contracting,experience in the cell phone industry( +24v -48 v systems) shelter services, equipment installs, battery removal or swap outs of battery stacks.

"Perfectly. I love the new doorbell. The work was done well, efficiently and tidily. We've had Rayco do some work for us in the past, and we knew we wanted to hire them for this job as well. We highly recommend them!"

Karen L on February 2023

We are a full service electrical contractor, commercial, residential, remodels,service upgrades,hot tub/ spas,swimming pools. We do do sub contracting,experience in the cell phone industry( +24v -48 v systems) shelter services, equipment installs, battery removal or swap outs of battery stacks.

"Perfectly. I love the new doorbell. The work was done well, efficiently and tidily. We've had Rayco do some work for us in the past, and we knew we wanted to hire them for this job as well. We highly recommend them!"

Karen L on February 2023


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Owens Companies

4.71(
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Owens Companies

4.71(
35
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

Cost is determined by the job. Ask for details on travel charges & service fees. Additional DBAs - Owens Services Corporation, Owens Technology Companies Inc. Additional contact names - Corinne Condon, John J Owens, Mandy Beech.

"As everyone knows, it is awfully difficult to identify the cause of an intermittent failure. Usually, by the time the service tech arrives, the unit is working again. That said, living as we do in Minnesota, one canny abide an unreliable furnace in the dead of winter. So, I was extremely happy with the effort put forth by "Jim" of Owens to track down what was in need of repair. He was dogged in his pursuit of the solution, and I am confident once again in the operation of my boiler. Although Jim is our favorite, our family has had outstanding service from a number of Owens technicians, and I think that that says good things about the culture, training and overall quality of personnel at that company. None better in the Twin Cities."

John U on January 2021

Cost is determined by the job. Ask for details on travel charges & service fees. Additional DBAs - Owens Services Corporation, Owens Technology Companies Inc. Additional contact names - Corinne Condon, John J Owens, Mandy Beech.

"As everyone knows, it is awfully difficult to identify the cause of an intermittent failure. Usually, by the time the service tech arrives, the unit is working again. That said, living as we do in Minnesota, one canny abide an unreliable furnace in the dead of winter. So, I was extremely happy with the effort put forth by "Jim" of Owens to track down what was in need of repair. He was dogged in his pursuit of the solution, and I am confident once again in the operation of my boiler. Although Jim is our favorite, our family has had outstanding service from a number of Owens technicians, and I think that that says good things about the culture, training and overall quality of personnel at that company. None better in the Twin Cities."

John U on January 2021


John Handyman Service

5.00(
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John Handyman Service

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

I have been in business for over 30 years. Have many repete customers and carry warrenties with all my personal work.This is a one on one I do all my own work no subcontractors.

I have been in business for over 30 years. Have many repete customers and carry warrenties with all my personal work.This is a one on one I do all my own work no subcontractors.


Hometown Auto Service

5.00(
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Hometown Auto Service

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

Our 10-bay service center is staffed with 3 ASE certified technicians. We offer: •24 Hour Towing •Comfortable Waiting Areas •On-Site Wi-Fi Internet Access •Nationwide Part and Labor Warranty •We honor most new & used car extended warranty contracts •Large and small fleet service •EVAP Leak Detection •On-site windshield replacement •HYBIRD Service •Complementary Shuttle Service •Loaner cars available •Anytime Drop-off Service •Saturday Hours Payment Options are: Cash, Check or Major Credit Cards.

Our 10-bay service center is staffed with 3 ASE certified technicians. We offer: •24 Hour Towing •Comfortable Waiting Areas •On-Site Wi-Fi Internet Access •Nationwide Part and Labor Warranty •We honor most new & used car extended warranty contracts •Large and small fleet service •EVAP Leak Detection •On-site windshield replacement •HYBIRD Service •Complementary Shuttle Service •Loaner cars available •Anytime Drop-off Service •Saturday Hours Payment Options are: Cash, Check or Major Credit Cards.

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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.

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

In many cases, you’ll need a permit or basic inspection to install one of these large generators. Since they include significant alterations to your home electrical system and many produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require jumping through a few hoops for general safety purposes. Your installer may be able to help you with these permits.

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

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

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