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Comfort by Design

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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
35 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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Anchor Electric, LLC

5.00(
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Anchor Electric, LLC

5.00(
17
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
22 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Anchor Electric – Trusted, Experienced, Family-Owned At Anchor Electric, we combine over 40 years of Master Electrician experience with personal, family-run service. Founded by a father and son, we deliver high-quality residential and commercial electrical work with fair pricing, no corporate overhead, and a commitment to your satisfaction. Whether it’s a small fix or a full remodel, we’re here to get it done right. ✔ Licensed & Insured ✔ Competitive Rates ✔ Responsive & Reliable ✔ Residential & Commercial We’re here to provide expert solutions—and treat your project like it’s our own. Experience the difference with Anchor Electric. Let’s talk about what we can power together.

"Anchor Electric is going to be my go-to for electrical work in my home. As a new home buyer, I felt overwhelmed by the electrical work that needed to be done. Dan was efficient and confident. He upgraded our panel which made our home feel safer. We already are working with Dan on troubleshooting a different issue. I would definitely recommend Anchor Electric/Dan! "

Rebecca N on December 2025

Anchor Electric – Trusted, Experienced, Family-Owned At Anchor Electric, we combine over 40 years of Master Electrician experience with personal, family-run service. Founded by a father and son, we deliver high-quality residential and commercial electrical work with fair pricing, no corporate overhead, and a commitment to your satisfaction. Whether it’s a small fix or a full remodel, we’re here to get it done right. ✔ Licensed & Insured ✔ Competitive Rates ✔ Responsive & Reliable ✔ Residential & Commercial We’re here to provide expert solutions—and treat your project like it’s our own. Experience the difference with Anchor Electric. Let’s talk about what we can power together.

"Anchor Electric is going to be my go-to for electrical work in my home. As a new home buyer, I felt overwhelmed by the electrical work that needed to be done. Dan was efficient and confident. He upgraded our panel which made our home feel safer. We already are working with Dan on troubleshooting a different issue. I would definitely recommend Anchor Electric/Dan! "

Rebecca N on December 2025


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Iconic Electric, LLC

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Iconic Electric, LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
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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The Lamp Mender

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The Lamp Mender

4.98(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

The Lamp Mender is a lamp retail and repair service located in Bloomington, Minn. We can repair or restore almost any lamp, including antiques. We stock fixtures and lampshades and reproductions of all types. Our restorations have graced homes in the upper Midwest since 1984. Whether you need to restore an old floor lamp, clean and rewire a chandelier or you are simply looking to replace your current lamps or lighting fixtures, we can help. Products and services include: • Lampshades • Fixtures • Lamps • Repairs • Restoration • Refinishing At The Lamp Mender, we offer a 30 day guarantee on all repairs and fast turnaround on simple repairs. We are proud of being named Best Lamp Repair by Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine. Call The Lamp Mender today to request service!

"Excellent and courteous service. Lamp repaired and returned same day. Thank you!"

Alice R on July 2020

The Lamp Mender is a lamp retail and repair service located in Bloomington, Minn. We can repair or restore almost any lamp, including antiques. We stock fixtures and lampshades and reproductions of all types. Our restorations have graced homes in the upper Midwest since 1984. Whether you need to restore an old floor lamp, clean and rewire a chandelier or you are simply looking to replace your current lamps or lighting fixtures, we can help. Products and services include: • Lampshades • Fixtures • Lamps • Repairs • Restoration • Refinishing At The Lamp Mender, we offer a 30 day guarantee on all repairs and fast turnaround on simple repairs. We are proud of being named Best Lamp Repair by Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine. Call The Lamp Mender today to request service!

"Excellent and courteous service. Lamp repaired and returned same day. Thank you!"

Alice R on July 2020


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Russel Williams Window Cleaning LLC

4.89(
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Russel Williams Window Cleaning LLC

4.89(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

David Russel Felt and Ryan William Clarkson started the company and contributed their middle names to form Russel Williams Window Cleaning LLC. Our Crews are in teams of 2-3 depending on the amount of work that day. Each team member has been hand selected by the owner of Russel Williams. Each person has high integrity, a strong work ethic, and strong personal values. When Russel Williams first started cleaning windows it was a group of friends that went to Bethel University that wanted to not only enjoy their job and have job satisfaction, but to also make all of our customers thrilled with their windows. We continue these values to this day and look forward to providing only the highest quality of work to each and every customer.

"Russel Williams Home Services is my "go to" window cleaning, gutter cleaning, and Christmas lighting. I've been using them for years and I won't use anyone else. They do a great job and are very reasonably priced (with discounts for repeat customers). Most importantly, they're incredibly responsive with great customer service. I highly recommend their services."

Julia C on April 2024

David Russel Felt and Ryan William Clarkson started the company and contributed their middle names to form Russel Williams Window Cleaning LLC. Our Crews are in teams of 2-3 depending on the amount of work that day. Each team member has been hand selected by the owner of Russel Williams. Each person has high integrity, a strong work ethic, and strong personal values. When Russel Williams first started cleaning windows it was a group of friends that went to Bethel University that wanted to not only enjoy their job and have job satisfaction, but to also make all of our customers thrilled with their windows. We continue these values to this day and look forward to providing only the highest quality of work to each and every customer.

"Russel Williams Home Services is my "go to" window cleaning, gutter cleaning, and Christmas lighting. I've been using them for years and I won't use anyone else. They do a great job and are very reasonably priced (with discounts for repeat customers). Most importantly, they're incredibly responsive with great customer service. I highly recommend their services."

Julia C on April 2024


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John Kivel Electric

4.94(
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John Kivel Electric

4.94(
302
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

John Kivel Electric LLC is a family owned business that brings over 50 years of experience to your job. You can talk directly to John who will personally do your job as a MN Licensed Electrician. Angies List 7 time Super Service Award Winner. We specialize in troubleshooting, storm damage, panel installations or any electrical to increase your safety, save you money & time. No job's too big; no job's too small. Commercial or residential. We look forward to hearing from you thru Angies List OR *Email: [email protected] Please let us know how we can help. Leave the job address & your telephone. *You can view our Website & contact us thru johnkivelelectric.com by clicking on "Visit Website" to your left. -Thank you!

"John responded quickly to our email and agreed to come to our home a few days later. He communicated well, was knowledgeable and well-organized and completed the projects quickly. After John explained the extent of the damage to our post lamp, we decided to replace it with a solar unit at a later date, so he didn't repair that. But everything else on our list was taken care of. It all works well and looks great. We're very pleased. As a bonus, we found John to be a very nice guy."

PETER M on September 2022

John Kivel Electric LLC is a family owned business that brings over 50 years of experience to your job. You can talk directly to John who will personally do your job as a MN Licensed Electrician. Angies List 7 time Super Service Award Winner. We specialize in troubleshooting, storm damage, panel installations or any electrical to increase your safety, save you money & time. No job's too big; no job's too small. Commercial or residential. We look forward to hearing from you thru Angies List OR *Email: [email protected] Please let us know how we can help. Leave the job address & your telephone. *You can view our Website & contact us thru johnkivelelectric.com by clicking on "Visit Website" to your left. -Thank you!

"John responded quickly to our email and agreed to come to our home a few days later. He communicated well, was knowledgeable and well-organized and completed the projects quickly. After John explained the extent of the damage to our post lamp, we decided to replace it with a solar unit at a later date, so he didn't repair that. But everything else on our list was taken care of. It all works well and looks great. We're very pleased. As a bonus, we found John to be a very nice guy."

PETER M on September 2022


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Thor Electric

4.94(
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Thor Electric

4.94(
108
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a small, family operated electrical comany-THOR Electric LLC. I am a master electrician with over ten years experience and am currently licensed, bonded, and insured. Customer Service is our number one goal - fast, clean, and prompt. We offer a 7 year warranty on all our residential customers absolutely free. check it out at www.plus5.org. e operate on a per hour wage or bid per job.

"I had a disposal unit on its last legs, so bought a new one and had Norblom Plumbing come out to install. Before they got to the appointment, I got things ready for them by cleaning out stuff under the sink and unboxing the disposal. There I discovered I had a problem in that the unit had a 3 prong plug and my old disposal was hard wired electrically to the unit. So, I get to Angie's list and found Thor Electric in Lakeville. I probably could have done this myself, but at 65, like with the disposal, I hated the thought of being under the sink as I have done in the past. Plus, I probably would not have put the heavy duty outlet on that Kyle did and it would not have been right to code, so glad I did not do it... I called Kyle and he said he could stop over later the same day and possibly fit me in. I had called the plumbing company meanwhile and cancelled because of the problem. Kyle told me just use an extension on the disposal till I get there to do the outlet. I don't know why I or the plumbing company did not think of that, but I called them back and they had filled my appointment, but could come out at the next appointment, which was open because of me. So the plumber came, did his thing (review of Norbloom Plumbing if interested) and then Kyle came and put in the new outlet.Kyle was friendly, efficient, and fitted me in on short notice, which was great. I could give a grade of C on price, but as I said in my review of Norblom Plumbing, I am a little out of touch with how much these guys cost now, and they cost some dough to come out to your house and do a service call, fact of life like doctors and taxes. I always say i think it is better to have a skill/trade rather than 4 years to college and not know what you want to do. As an airline pilot/instructor/FAA Examiner I had both college and a skill that is hard to duplicate unless you have the experience. Same with these guys, they have a skill to analyze a problem and fix the problem correctly born over years of experience. They get paid for it, thus the A..."

Alex P on May 2019

We are a small, family operated electrical comany-THOR Electric LLC. I am a master electrician with over ten years experience and am currently licensed, bonded, and insured. Customer Service is our number one goal - fast, clean, and prompt. We offer a 7 year warranty on all our residential customers absolutely free. check it out at www.plus5.org. e operate on a per hour wage or bid per job.

"I had a disposal unit on its last legs, so bought a new one and had Norblom Plumbing come out to install. Before they got to the appointment, I got things ready for them by cleaning out stuff under the sink and unboxing the disposal. There I discovered I had a problem in that the unit had a 3 prong plug and my old disposal was hard wired electrically to the unit. So, I get to Angie's list and found Thor Electric in Lakeville. I probably could have done this myself, but at 65, like with the disposal, I hated the thought of being under the sink as I have done in the past. Plus, I probably would not have put the heavy duty outlet on that Kyle did and it would not have been right to code, so glad I did not do it... I called Kyle and he said he could stop over later the same day and possibly fit me in. I had called the plumbing company meanwhile and cancelled because of the problem. Kyle told me just use an extension on the disposal till I get there to do the outlet. I don't know why I or the plumbing company did not think of that, but I called them back and they had filled my appointment, but could come out at the next appointment, which was open because of me. So the plumber came, did his thing (review of Norbloom Plumbing if interested) and then Kyle came and put in the new outlet.Kyle was friendly, efficient, and fitted me in on short notice, which was great. I could give a grade of C on price, but as I said in my review of Norblom Plumbing, I am a little out of touch with how much these guys cost now, and they cost some dough to come out to your house and do a service call, fact of life like doctors and taxes. I always say i think it is better to have a skill/trade rather than 4 years to college and not know what you want to do. As an airline pilot/instructor/FAA Examiner I had both college and a skill that is hard to duplicate unless you have the experience. Same with these guys, they have a skill to analyze a problem and fix the problem correctly born over years of experience. They get paid for it, thus the A..."

Alex P on May 2019


Bakken Electric, LLC is a partner with electric car manufacturer specializing in EV installations. We have been doing this since the first Tesla vehicles hit the market and now we support all electric vehicles.


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Custom Low Voltage - Wiring & Media Specialist

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Custom Low Voltage - Wiring & Media Specialist

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

5 star and A+ service based on real reviews! (customlowvoltage.net) Custom Low Voltage can expertly handle any of your TV, Stereo, AV, Security,Camera, Alarm System, Ethernet, CAT5/6/7 Wiring, Business and all Low Voltage needs. Specializing in Custom Wiring and Home Theaters. Rob has made customer satisfaction the company's number one priority from day one. Just check out our reviews! If you choose Custom Low Voltage for your installation or repair needs you will receive top-notch customer service!

"Cleaned everything up in a very nice way. Organized all my cables into an easy to use installation, and ran a few extra lines of networking."

Jen K on March 2018

5 star and A+ service based on real reviews! (customlowvoltage.net) Custom Low Voltage can expertly handle any of your TV, Stereo, AV, Security,Camera, Alarm System, Ethernet, CAT5/6/7 Wiring, Business and all Low Voltage needs. Specializing in Custom Wiring and Home Theaters. Rob has made customer satisfaction the company's number one priority from day one. Just check out our reviews! If you choose Custom Low Voltage for your installation or repair needs you will receive top-notch customer service!

"Cleaned everything up in a very nice way. Organized all my cables into an easy to use installation, and ran a few extra lines of networking."

Jen K on March 2018


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Twin City Garage Door Co

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Twin City Garage Door Co

4.86(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Twin City Garage Door was founded in 1965, and has been a leader in its industry for over 50 years. We have 4 locations; New Hope, St. Paul, Burnsville and St. Cloud. We service the 9 county metro area as well as the St. Cloud area. There we are known as GDS. Visit our websites; www.twincitygaragedoor.com in the cities or www.gdsmidwest.com in the St. Cloud and lakes area. Don’t be fooled by imposters who have set up web addresses confusingly similar to ours! We do both commercial and residential repairs and installations. We do commercial rolling steel, fire doors, high speed doors, partitions ,shutters and grilles. We have a HUGE inventory of doors and openers in stock, including a wide range of attractive residential doors and can special order custom wood doors as well. If repair parts are still available for your door and opener, we either have them in stock or can order them. Our service vans are rolling warehouses widely stocked with commonly needed parts. Because of the longevity, experience, training and expertise of our staff and crew, we can do the difficult jobs nobody else will touch, like a door 40’ up in the air at the MSP airport. We excel at common garage door problems too, like broken springs, cables, rollers, etc. Our crew are all employees, not subcontractors, so they have a vested interest in the reputation and success of the company. All of them have been here a long time and know what they are doing. We do not let a new technician out on his own until he has been thoroughly trained. We have an A+ rating at the BBB and pride ourselves on customer service, during and after the sale! We have won numerous awards over the years, including here on Angie’s List, but our most important goal is to have a happy customer! New Hope - 763-533-3838 St. Paul - 651-641-0420 Burnsville - 952-894-8500 St. Cloud - 320-251-7000 www.gdsmidwest.com - St. Cloud website

"Our new door was ordered on 6/3/2021and installed on 9/15/2021. Shortly thereafter a cosmetic dent was noticed in one of the panels. A new panel was ordered and the damaged one was replaced. On observation, the new panel was damaged also. Again, the panel was ordered and, after a time, replaced. More recently, we noticed that there is a dent on one of the panels but this one is on the interior facing side of the panel. This went unnoticed until now. The previous two cosmetic defects were to the exterior facing panels. The currently damaged panel defect is on the inside facing surface and went unnoticed until now. Most likely because we were accustomed to looking for cosmetic issues on the exterior of the panels. Although it took us a while to discover this new defect, once seen, it is impossible for us to unsee it. Unfortunately for us, Twin City Garage Door Co. refuses to cover the replacement of the panel under their warranty. We will NOT use this company for our next garage door purchase or service. One garage door purchased with three panel replacements, due to handling issues, seems excessive."

Robert B on January 2023

Twin City Garage Door was founded in 1965, and has been a leader in its industry for over 50 years. We have 4 locations; New Hope, St. Paul, Burnsville and St. Cloud. We service the 9 county metro area as well as the St. Cloud area. There we are known as GDS. Visit our websites; www.twincitygaragedoor.com in the cities or www.gdsmidwest.com in the St. Cloud and lakes area. Don’t be fooled by imposters who have set up web addresses confusingly similar to ours! We do both commercial and residential repairs and installations. We do commercial rolling steel, fire doors, high speed doors, partitions ,shutters and grilles. We have a HUGE inventory of doors and openers in stock, including a wide range of attractive residential doors and can special order custom wood doors as well. If repair parts are still available for your door and opener, we either have them in stock or can order them. Our service vans are rolling warehouses widely stocked with commonly needed parts. Because of the longevity, experience, training and expertise of our staff and crew, we can do the difficult jobs nobody else will touch, like a door 40’ up in the air at the MSP airport. We excel at common garage door problems too, like broken springs, cables, rollers, etc. Our crew are all employees, not subcontractors, so they have a vested interest in the reputation and success of the company. All of them have been here a long time and know what they are doing. We do not let a new technician out on his own until he has been thoroughly trained. We have an A+ rating at the BBB and pride ourselves on customer service, during and after the sale! We have won numerous awards over the years, including here on Angie’s List, but our most important goal is to have a happy customer! New Hope - 763-533-3838 St. Paul - 651-641-0420 Burnsville - 952-894-8500 St. Cloud - 320-251-7000 www.gdsmidwest.com - St. Cloud website

"Our new door was ordered on 6/3/2021and installed on 9/15/2021. Shortly thereafter a cosmetic dent was noticed in one of the panels. A new panel was ordered and the damaged one was replaced. On observation, the new panel was damaged also. Again, the panel was ordered and, after a time, replaced. More recently, we noticed that there is a dent on one of the panels but this one is on the interior facing side of the panel. This went unnoticed until now. The previous two cosmetic defects were to the exterior facing panels. The currently damaged panel defect is on the inside facing surface and went unnoticed until now. Most likely because we were accustomed to looking for cosmetic issues on the exterior of the panels. Although it took us a while to discover this new defect, once seen, it is impossible for us to unsee it. Unfortunately for us, Twin City Garage Door Co. refuses to cover the replacement of the panel under their warranty. We will NOT use this company for our next garage door purchase or service. One garage door purchased with three panel replacements, due to handling issues, seems excessive."

Robert B on January 2023

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Electrical questions, answered by experts

To install an outlet from existing wiring, you’ll need to choose a location where you can already access existing wiring. The easiest way to do this is to install an outlet on the other side of the wall of an existing outlet. 

Since the wiring is already in place, all you have to do is connect a new cable to the existing wiring and then connect the correct wires through the wall—to the new electrical outlet. Place your new outlet into the opening in the wall and then connect the correct wires to the appropriate terminal screws.

A ceiling light will usually have two or three wires: black, white, and sometimes green. Black wires are positive, or hot, while white wires are negative, or neutral. The green wire is the grounding wire. 

When you’re wiring the light, connect black to black, white to white, and green to the grounding screw.

Yes, the National Electrical Code (NEC) requires that outdoor Christmas lights be plugged into a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet to prevent hazardous electrical shocks or an electrical fire. It’s a code violation to plug outdoor Christmas lights into a non-GFCI outlet, so be sure to follow these guidelines for a safe and successful installation.

A 60W LED bulb is likely labeled as “60W replacement” on the package—that’s because it provides about the same light output as a 60W incandescent bulb. In reality, it likely uses less energy—usually 15 watts or less. If that’s the case, then it’s perfectly fine to put a 60W LED bulb in a 40W socket. Your best bet is to read the package carefully. It will tell you the LED bulb’s actual wattage, and as long as it’s lower than the fixture, the bulb will be safe to use.

Baking soda is an effective fire reduction method. However, flour and baking powder are very dangerous around flames. Flour is flammable and it can also conduct electricity. The combination can cause serious injury from electrical shock and worsen the situation by adding fuel to the fire. Baking powder is also not an option as it's also highly flammable. 

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