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4-U Electric

3664 Clementa Ave SW
4.95(
20
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•Approved Pro

4-U Electric

3664 Clementa Ave SW
4.95(
20
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
67 local quotes requested

Hello, I'm Tom Leahy, a Master Electrician with 20 years' experience and the proud owner of 4-U Electric. At 4-U Electric, we specialize in residential, commercial, and emergency electrical services, guided by our motto, "Plug into Quality." My passion for the electrical field stems from my stepfather, Brian, who instilled in me the values of quality, craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service, which have shaped my career. Outside of work, my wife, Timarie, and I cherish spending time with our family and actively participating in our community. We love camping and creating lasting memories with our children, Addy and Blane.

"Great. Work was done well and on time."

Brian S on June 2025

Hello, I'm Tom Leahy, a Master Electrician with 20 years' experience and the proud owner of 4-U Electric. At 4-U Electric, we specialize in residential, commercial, and emergency electrical services, guided by our motto, "Plug into Quality." My passion for the electrical field stems from my stepfather, Brian, who instilled in me the values of quality, craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service, which have shaped my career. Outside of work, my wife, Timarie, and I cherish spending time with our family and actively participating in our community. We love camping and creating lasting memories with our children, Addy and Blane.

"Great. Work was done well and on time."

Brian S on June 2025

Amplified Electric, Inc.

15349 Co Rd 51
5.00(
8
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•Approved Pro

Amplified Electric, Inc.

15349 Co Rd 51
5.00(
8
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

Amplified Electric specializes in all areas of electrical work from commercial, residential, industrial, new construction, remodel, maintenance and tamper care. We are licensed, bonded and insured. It is our mission at Amplified Electric to provide quality, professional and honest work. We are dedicated to providing superior customer care, by understanding all of your electrical needs. We would love to earn your business by working with you to achieve your expectations in the most cost efficient way.

"My problem happened early Saturday morning. I tried calling several handymen and electricians. I left a voicemail for Kyle thinking, as with the others, I have to wait until Monday. I was pleasantly surprised (read shocked) when Kyle called me and said had been here in a short time. He arrived on time and with a smile on his face. He went to work and had the problem corrected in about 10-15 minutes and his rates are more than reasonable. Call Amplified Electric, Inc. for the first-class service! Thanks, Kyle!"

Greg L on March 2019

Amplified Electric specializes in all areas of electrical work from commercial, residential, industrial, new construction, remodel, maintenance and tamper care. We are licensed, bonded and insured. It is our mission at Amplified Electric to provide quality, professional and honest work. We are dedicated to providing superior customer care, by understanding all of your electrical needs. We would love to earn your business by working with you to achieve your expectations in the most cost efficient way.

"My problem happened early Saturday morning. I tried calling several handymen and electricians. I left a voicemail for Kyle thinking, as with the others, I have to wait until Monday. I was pleasantly surprised (read shocked) when Kyle called me and said had been here in a short time. He arrived on time and with a smile on his face. He went to work and had the problem corrected in about 10-15 minutes and his rates are more than reasonable. Call Amplified Electric, Inc. for the first-class service! Thanks, Kyle!"

Greg L on March 2019

Infinity Automotive Concepts

8443 University Avenue NE
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Infinity Automotive Concepts

8443 University Avenue NE
No reviews yet
9 years of experience

Welcome to Infinity Automotive! We are located at 8443 University Ave NE, Spring Lake Park. Infinity Automotive will service all years, makes, and models of vehicles. We offer 3 Year/36,000 miles nationwide warranty with FREE Roadside Assistance. Relax and enjoy a fresh cup of coffee in our lounge and enjoy our complimentary Wi-Fi service. As a convenience to you, we offer shuttle service or we have loaner vehicles available. We are committed to delivering 100% customer satisfaction through an honest, ethical, and professional approach in a comfortable and friendly environment. Special Promotion: Oil & Filter Change, FREE Tire Rotation and FREE Maintenance Inspection $18.95! Maintenance Inspection includes: All Fluid Levels Check, Suspension Check, Lights Check, Radiator and Coolant Checks. Road Test, Tire Safety Check, Belts and Hoses Check,Vehicle lighting,And much more!

Welcome to Infinity Automotive! We are located at 8443 University Ave NE, Spring Lake Park. Infinity Automotive will service all years, makes, and models of vehicles. We offer 3 Year/36,000 miles nationwide warranty with FREE Roadside Assistance. Relax and enjoy a fresh cup of coffee in our lounge and enjoy our complimentary Wi-Fi service. As a convenience to you, we offer shuttle service or we have loaner vehicles available. We are committed to delivering 100% customer satisfaction through an honest, ethical, and professional approach in a comfortable and friendly environment. Special Promotion: Oil & Filter Change, FREE Tire Rotation and FREE Maintenance Inspection $18.95! Maintenance Inspection includes: All Fluid Levels Check, Suspension Check, Lights Check, Radiator and Coolant Checks. Road Test, Tire Safety Check, Belts and Hoses Check,Vehicle lighting,And much more!

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Rayco Electric LLC

9222 269th Ave NW
5.00(
11
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Rayco Electric LLC

9222 269th Ave NW
5.00(
11
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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.

"I typically don’t write reviews, but after the service we received from Rayco, I felt the need to share. If you are looking to hire an experienced electrician look no further! I would hire this company 100 times over! The service from start to finish was top notch! The gentleman, Ray, that we worked with was so honest, even telling us where we could save money and provided ideas. We had him do our entire house with recessed lighting, put new lighting in bathrooms, add outlets to our entire unfinished basement, the list goes on. He was so respectful and scheduled times were met, and were invoiced the same as what we were quoted - no surprises. On top of his professionalism, the work he did was outstanding to say the least! Thank you Rayco for the outstanding service from start to finish and for making everything we wanted happen beautifully."

Shawna F 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.

"I typically don’t write reviews, but after the service we received from Rayco, I felt the need to share. If you are looking to hire an experienced electrician look no further! I would hire this company 100 times over! The service from start to finish was top notch! The gentleman, Ray, that we worked with was so honest, even telling us where we could save money and provided ideas. We had him do our entire house with recessed lighting, put new lighting in bathrooms, add outlets to our entire unfinished basement, the list goes on. He was so respectful and scheduled times were met, and were invoiced the same as what we were quoted - no surprises. On top of his professionalism, the work he did was outstanding to say the least! Thank you Rayco for the outstanding service from start to finish and for making everything we wanted happen beautifully."

Shawna F on February 2023

DYNAMICAR

590 Citation Dr
2.33(
3
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DYNAMICAR

590 Citation Dr
2.33(
3
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13 years of experience

DYNAMICAR specializes in foreign and domestic automotive repair (all makes & models). Our ASE Master mechanics strive to be your best choice for all your automotive service and repair needs. We offer expert service of Trucks, SUVs, Motorcycles, ATVs, Snowmobiles, Boats, Limos, Fleet Vehicles, and more!

DYNAMICAR specializes in foreign and domestic automotive repair (all makes & models). Our ASE Master mechanics strive to be your best choice for all your automotive service and repair needs. We offer expert service of Trucks, SUVs, Motorcycles, ATVs, Snowmobiles, Boats, Limos, Fleet Vehicles, and more!

Great Northern Equipment Distributing, Inc.

20195 South Diamond Lake Road
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Great Northern Equipment Distributing, Inc.

20195 South Diamond Lake Road
No reviews yet
38 years of experience

GNE Distribution Area Great Northern Equipment's distribution area covers Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. However, not all product lines are sold in all states. GNE's distribution area varies between product lines. Call Great Northern at 800.822.0295 or 763.428.2237 to see if the products that you are looking for are available in your area.

GNE Distribution Area Great Northern Equipment's distribution area covers Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. However, not all product lines are sold in all states. GNE's distribution area varies between product lines. Call Great Northern at 800.822.0295 or 763.428.2237 to see if the products that you are looking for are available in your area.

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American Pressure Inc.

3810 West Broadway
No reviews yet

American Pressure Inc.

3810 West Broadway
No reviews yet
49 years of experience

American Pressure Inc. is a leading supplier and service provider of industrial pressure washers within the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. Virtually all industries have to deal with some type of dirt or grime, and we are dedicated to helping you solve your cleaning problems efficiently and effectively.

American Pressure Inc. is a leading supplier and service provider of industrial pressure washers within the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. Virtually all industries have to deal with some type of dirt or grime, and we are dedicated to helping you solve your cleaning problems efficiently and effectively.

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Hitec Electric

6217 Cambridge St
4.80(
15
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Hitec Electric

6217 Cambridge St
4.80(
15
)
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

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

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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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Yes, whole-house generators run constantly for extended periods. Whole-house generators can run for longer periods of time than portable generators, but be careful. First, they may need regular applications of engine oil (as frequently as daily), depending on the engine design. Second, running constantly for several days will increase the wear and tear on the generator and shorten its lifespan.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

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.

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

When properly maintained, natural gas generators can last a long time, as much as 20 to 40 years. They have relatively few needs compared to generators with other fuel types. However, the generator’s lifespan ultimately depends on how often the generator is used and for how long it’s left running.

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