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Iconic Electric, LLC

5.00(
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Iconic Electric, LLC

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"We hired Tyler to install permanent outdoor lighting to that exterior of our home. We were very impressed with him from our initial consultation and couldn’t be happier with our experience. He is very knowledgeable, professional and kind! We absolutely love the work he did and can’t recommend him enough for any electrical needs you may have. "

Bruce R on November 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"We hired Tyler to install permanent outdoor lighting to that exterior of our home. We were very impressed with him from our initial consultation and couldn’t be happier with our experience. He is very knowledgeable, professional and kind! We absolutely love the work he did and can’t recommend him enough for any electrical needs you may have. "

Bruce R on November 2025

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Capelles Electric

4.95(
20
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Capelles Electric

4.95(
20
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 local quotes requested

Electrical service and repair, Remodeling, Commercial and Residential Trouble Shooting, Older home rewiring, and new homes Bucket Truck, Parking lot lighting and sign repair Under ground trenching, TV, Phone , and Data

"Fantastic work! I was very impressed with the quality of work, the speed at which the job was accomplished and the knowledge and flexibility of the electrician. Price was very fair."

Theresa H on September 2020

Electrical service and repair, Remodeling, Commercial and Residential Trouble Shooting, Older home rewiring, and new homes Bucket Truck, Parking lot lighting and sign repair Under ground trenching, TV, Phone , and Data

"Fantastic work! I was very impressed with the quality of work, the speed at which the job was accomplished and the knowledge and flexibility of the electrician. Price was very fair."

Theresa H on September 2020

Paxton Electric

5.00(
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Paxton Electric

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Paxton Electric is home to a licensed master electrician based in Rochester, MN. For all your electrical service needs, both residential and commercial, you can count on Paxton Electric. Paxton Electric can do everything from replacing lighting to installing wiring at new construction properties. Learn more about our electrical services in Rochester, MN by calling 507-206-4635 today. We'll be glad to give you a free estimate.

"Jaime was on time, courteous and knowledgeable. He was able to diagnose the problem, wiring in the panel, and corrected the issue quickly. I will recommend Paxton Electric to my friends and family."

Jim S on July 2020

Paxton Electric is home to a licensed master electrician based in Rochester, MN. For all your electrical service needs, both residential and commercial, you can count on Paxton Electric. Paxton Electric can do everything from replacing lighting to installing wiring at new construction properties. Learn more about our electrical services in Rochester, MN by calling 507-206-4635 today. We'll be glad to give you a free estimate.

"Jaime was on time, courteous and knowledgeable. He was able to diagnose the problem, wiring in the panel, and corrected the issue quickly. I will recommend Paxton Electric to my friends and family."

Jim S on July 2020

My Classic Car Trader LLC

2.00(
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My Classic Car Trader LLC

2.00(
1
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53 years of experience

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020

Sales, Service & Rebuilding of Antique and Classic Car Components such as, Carburetors, Starters, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Double & Single Action Fuel Pump Rebuilding, Water Pumps, Hydraulic Top Pumps, Distributors, and DELCO Knee Action Shocks, We also carry a complete line of NOS and NORS parts. We offer FREE Technical advice for any YEAR Classic Car 609-462-7412

"Beware. They charged me double shipping even after I told them I would wait so I wouldn’t have to pay two shipping fees. The last item was a fuel pump that I had a problem with. I have made 4 calls to ask for help with no return call. Poor"

Frank H on July 2020

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Mr. Electric of Southern Minnesota

4.90(
10
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Mr. Electric of Southern Minnesota

4.90(
10
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

6-7 Employees, Locally Owned, electrician, electrical contractor using flat-rate pricing. Have an emergency? We answer our phone and dispatch 24/7. Electrical issues? "We Have the Power to Make Things Better!"

6-7 Employees, Locally Owned, electrician, electrical contractor using flat-rate pricing. Have an emergency? We answer our phone and dispatch 24/7. Electrical issues? "We Have the Power to Make Things Better!"

Generator Install questions, answered by experts

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

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.

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.

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.

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