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Dean's Home Services

6701 Parkway Cir #600
3.92(
12
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•Approved Pro

Dean's Home Services

6701 Parkway Cir #600
3.92(
12
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
436 local quotes requested
29 years of experience

Dean’s Home Services is a licensed and bonded professional service company with over 100 years of combined industry experience. We started in plumbing, but we have expanded our services to include heating, air conditioning, electrical, drains, and excavation. Dean’s Home Services has served Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding Twin Cities area for over 25 years. As Minnesota’s premier home service company, we pride ourselves on our fast, professional, clean, and friendly service. We specialize in plumbing, heating, air, electrical, drain, and duct cleaning. Offering over 100 years of combined industry experience, our service professionals can handle all of your home service needs. Dean’s only works with properly certified, experienced service professionals who understand what it’s like to be a Twin Cities homeowner. Dean’s Home Services is a female and minority-owned local business as well as an active member of the PHCC and Nexstar organizations. Dean’s Home Services takes pride in the fact that its business is family-owned and operated. We understand firsthand the importance of family and the need to maintain a safe environment for your loved ones. Call us today to meet our family! DEAN’S PROFESSIONALS: - Respect you, your home, and your time - Listen to ensure we understand your unique situation - Help you understand what options are available - Present you with a price before the work begins - Happily perform the work you choose

"Shane, the plumber, cleared the drain clog. He was friendly, on time, knowledgeable, and answered all my questions. Shane estimated it would take an hour and it took only about half an hour. I was then charged a ridiculous $830. I feel I was way overcharged and am not happy with this. I do not recommend Dean's Home Services."

Beverly J on August 2025

Dean’s Home Services is a licensed and bonded professional service company with over 100 years of combined industry experience. We started in plumbing, but we have expanded our services to include heating, air conditioning, electrical, drains, and excavation. Dean’s Home Services has served Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding Twin Cities area for over 25 years. As Minnesota’s premier home service company, we pride ourselves on our fast, professional, clean, and friendly service. We specialize in plumbing, heating, air, electrical, drain, and duct cleaning. Offering over 100 years of combined industry experience, our service professionals can handle all of your home service needs. Dean’s only works with properly certified, experienced service professionals who understand what it’s like to be a Twin Cities homeowner. Dean’s Home Services is a female and minority-owned local business as well as an active member of the PHCC and Nexstar organizations. Dean’s Home Services takes pride in the fact that its business is family-owned and operated. We understand firsthand the importance of family and the need to maintain a safe environment for your loved ones. Call us today to meet our family! DEAN’S PROFESSIONALS: - Respect you, your home, and your time - Listen to ensure we understand your unique situation - Help you understand what options are available - Present you with a price before the work begins - Happily perform the work you choose

"Shane, the plumber, cleared the drain clog. He was friendly, on time, knowledgeable, and answered all my questions. Shane estimated it would take an hour and it took only about half an hour. I was then charged a ridiculous $830. I feel I was way overcharged and am not happy with this. I do not recommend Dean's Home Services."

Beverly J on August 2025

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LeBrun Electric, Heating & Cooling

7600 Boone Ave N
4.67(
12
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•Approved Pro

LeBrun Electric, Heating & Cooling

7600 Boone Ave N
4.67(
12
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
97 local quotes requested

LeBrun Electric, Heating & Cooling is your local go to electrical and HVAC contractor serving Central, Minnesota and the surrounding communities. We take great pride in our work, providing quality expertise and customer service that goes above and beyond. Customer satisfaction is our priority, so our mission is to provide excellent workmanship and fair up front pricing to every customer. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, without hidden costs, fees and change orders. We are also available for emergency services on a 24/7 basis! Give us a call today to let us help with your electrical and HVAC needs!

"After submitting the request to Angi we were contacted by LeBrun Electric to do the work and an initial consultation was scheduled with their electrician. Before that first meeting we called the company and specifically told them that we had problems with previous electricians who did work in our home on a whole home solar system. We also communicated that we would be entering into a lawsuit with them. These facts were also communicated to the electrician, and everything related to previous installations/work was to remain on property due to the pending lawsuit. That was made clear. We communicated this to the electrician several times. There were also comments from the electrician indicating that he knew the past electricians in the house – comments regarding Pat’s health. After completion of the work we found that the meter socket, the breaker, and the breakers were removed from the premises. We were told afterwards that they remove all old material, but it's interesting that the electricians pick and choose what items stayed and what items were taken. All other boxes that were removed from walls, inside and outside, were left behind, but the meter socket and the breaker box containing a lot of very expensive, relatively new breakers were removed. We specifically requested that the meter socket remain on the property because it would play a big role in the lawsuit - it was not code. That meter socket was something that we paid for and was installed in 2020. the breakers in the box were all new and there were at least 3 50-Amp breakers, 7 20-Amp 1 pole Tandem breakers, 1 20-Amp Dual Function breaker, and 9 15-Amp 1 pole Tandem breakers. Less than half of those were returned. The breakers should not have been removed from the house. Now for the safety issues: The state in which the electrical work was left would have guaranteed a failure by the inspector. It was as if the work was deliberately set up to fail. On the Automatic Transfer Switch, the front panel could not be removed because it was jammed into place by the inner panel. This was because the wire in the box was shoved in, too long, not orderly, and therefore pushed out on the 2 panels so they were jammed and could not be removed without a lot of effort. Once the covers were removed, we found that the wires were not secure. The slightest movement caused the cables from the meter to slip loose of the terminals in the ATS. The wires to the multitap connectors were loose as well and many of the strands were bent so the connection was not complete. As I watched the inspector during his inspection, he first checked the breaker box, then followed the lines to the ATS and opened it up. If we hadn’t found the issues first there is no way the inspection would have passed. Also, the electricians put 2 side taps in place on the cables to the meter. Neither of the side taps were tightened and didn’t even connect to the copper of the meter cables. When we turned our solar equipment on to connect to the grid it did not recognize a connection to the grid. This was also something we asked the electrician to do but wasn’t completed. Next is the service disconnect box that we asked the electrician to connect. This is another area where the work done was left unsafe. It was known that we would be opening the box to connect the wires of the system to the service wires once we received the connectors. The wires that were connected by the electrician were loose and slipped from the terminals. Pat was hit by 220 when one of those wires slipped loose. We’re very lucky that he wasn’t injured more seriously. Also, the electricians decided to run the wiring through the bottom of the service disconnect instead of through the top – the cover they placed on the top of the box to seal it did not cover the opening – I can’t believe this would meet code and the service disconnect box needed to be replaced. It was known that we needed the white, red and black 1/0 wire that came into the house to the ‘service disconnect’ to change out/rewire the generator input wire. There was over 45 feet of 1/0 wire that was removed from the house, that was needed for another purpose. The wires should not have been removed from the house and the electrician knew why. Taken from house: Meter socket 45 ft of 1/0 wire (red, black, & white) 7 20-Amp 1 pole Siemens Tandem breakers 9 15-Amp 1 pole Siemens Tandem breakers 1 20-Amp Dual Function breaker 3 50-Amp Siemens breakers New signs were not provided Shoddy labor that would have failed inspection if we had not intervened"

Mary L on June 2023

LeBrun Electric, Heating & Cooling is your local go to electrical and HVAC contractor serving Central, Minnesota and the surrounding communities. We take great pride in our work, providing quality expertise and customer service that goes above and beyond. Customer satisfaction is our priority, so our mission is to provide excellent workmanship and fair up front pricing to every customer. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, without hidden costs, fees and change orders. We are also available for emergency services on a 24/7 basis! Give us a call today to let us help with your electrical and HVAC needs!

"After submitting the request to Angi we were contacted by LeBrun Electric to do the work and an initial consultation was scheduled with their electrician. Before that first meeting we called the company and specifically told them that we had problems with previous electricians who did work in our home on a whole home solar system. We also communicated that we would be entering into a lawsuit with them. These facts were also communicated to the electrician, and everything related to previous installations/work was to remain on property due to the pending lawsuit. That was made clear. We communicated this to the electrician several times. There were also comments from the electrician indicating that he knew the past electricians in the house – comments regarding Pat’s health. After completion of the work we found that the meter socket, the breaker, and the breakers were removed from the premises. We were told afterwards that they remove all old material, but it's interesting that the electricians pick and choose what items stayed and what items were taken. All other boxes that were removed from walls, inside and outside, were left behind, but the meter socket and the breaker box containing a lot of very expensive, relatively new breakers were removed. We specifically requested that the meter socket remain on the property because it would play a big role in the lawsuit - it was not code. That meter socket was something that we paid for and was installed in 2020. the breakers in the box were all new and there were at least 3 50-Amp breakers, 7 20-Amp 1 pole Tandem breakers, 1 20-Amp Dual Function breaker, and 9 15-Amp 1 pole Tandem breakers. Less than half of those were returned. The breakers should not have been removed from the house. Now for the safety issues: The state in which the electrical work was left would have guaranteed a failure by the inspector. It was as if the work was deliberately set up to fail. On the Automatic Transfer Switch, the front panel could not be removed because it was jammed into place by the inner panel. This was because the wire in the box was shoved in, too long, not orderly, and therefore pushed out on the 2 panels so they were jammed and could not be removed without a lot of effort. Once the covers were removed, we found that the wires were not secure. The slightest movement caused the cables from the meter to slip loose of the terminals in the ATS. The wires to the multitap connectors were loose as well and many of the strands were bent so the connection was not complete. As I watched the inspector during his inspection, he first checked the breaker box, then followed the lines to the ATS and opened it up. If we hadn’t found the issues first there is no way the inspection would have passed. Also, the electricians put 2 side taps in place on the cables to the meter. Neither of the side taps were tightened and didn’t even connect to the copper of the meter cables. When we turned our solar equipment on to connect to the grid it did not recognize a connection to the grid. This was also something we asked the electrician to do but wasn’t completed. Next is the service disconnect box that we asked the electrician to connect. This is another area where the work done was left unsafe. It was known that we would be opening the box to connect the wires of the system to the service wires once we received the connectors. The wires that were connected by the electrician were loose and slipped from the terminals. Pat was hit by 220 when one of those wires slipped loose. We’re very lucky that he wasn’t injured more seriously. Also, the electricians decided to run the wiring through the bottom of the service disconnect instead of through the top – the cover they placed on the top of the box to seal it did not cover the opening – I can’t believe this would meet code and the service disconnect box needed to be replaced. It was known that we needed the white, red and black 1/0 wire that came into the house to the ‘service disconnect’ to change out/rewire the generator input wire. There was over 45 feet of 1/0 wire that was removed from the house, that was needed for another purpose. The wires should not have been removed from the house and the electrician knew why. Taken from house: Meter socket 45 ft of 1/0 wire (red, black, & white) 7 20-Amp 1 pole Siemens Tandem breakers 9 15-Amp 1 pole Siemens Tandem breakers 1 20-Amp Dual Function breaker 3 50-Amp Siemens breakers New signs were not provided Shoddy labor that would have failed inspection if we had not intervened"

Mary L on June 2023

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Comfort by Design

1600 Maxwell Drive
4.61(
74
)
•Approved Pro

Comfort by Design

1600 Maxwell Drive
4.61(
74
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
153 local quotes requested
34 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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McQuillan Home Services, LLC

1727 E Hwy 36
4.04(
188
)
•Approved Pro

McQuillan Home Services, LLC

1727 E Hwy 36
4.04(
188
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
58 local quotes requested
142 years of experience

Since 1883 McQuillan Home Services has been Minnesota’s Original plumbing, heating, and cooling company. At McQuillan we’ve always remained true to our mission of providing solid, honest work to all our customers. Join the McQuillan Home Services family as we continue to raise the bar and provide generations of happy customers with quality plumbing, heating, AC, electrical, and drains service.

"Everything was installed as requested."

Jay S on September 2025

Since 1883 McQuillan Home Services has been Minnesota’s Original plumbing, heating, and cooling company. At McQuillan we’ve always remained true to our mission of providing solid, honest work to all our customers. Join the McQuillan Home Services family as we continue to raise the bar and provide generations of happy customers with quality plumbing, heating, AC, electrical, and drains service.

"Everything was installed as requested."

Jay S on September 2025

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Aquarius Home Services

3180 Country Dr
4.66(
210
)
•Approved Pro

Aquarius Home Services

3180 Country Dr
4.66(
210
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
414 local quotes requested

Aquarius Home Services is the top home service provider in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Offering expert service in HVAC, Water Softeners, Plumbing and Electrical . Our work is backed by a 100% performance guarantee.

"Fast and efficient service next day. Estimate given up front and was spot on. Made sure things were working properly after leaking valve replaced. Tested water and secured unit under sink."

Greg W on August 2025

Aquarius Home Services is the top home service provider in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Offering expert service in HVAC, Water Softeners, Plumbing and Electrical . Our work is backed by a 100% performance guarantee.

"Fast and efficient service next day. Estimate given up front and was spot on. Made sure things were working properly after leaking valve replaced. Tested water and secured unit under sink."

Greg W on August 2025

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Collective Electric LLC

1873 Fernwood St
5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro

Collective Electric LLC

1873 Fernwood St
5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

Collective Electric is a woman-owned, family-run electrical contracting company proudly serving the Twin Cities. We believe electrical work should be done with care, clarity, and craftsmanship. Founded by wife-and-husband team Jennifer Garrido Santos and Paul Nutting, we bring decades of combined experience to every project, along with a heartfelt commitment to people-first service. We're proud to power homes and businesses while building lasting relationships in our community. Together, we believe that great work begins with strong relationships. At Collective Electric, we’re not just here to fix wires — we’re here to light up homes, businesses, and communities with dependable service and genuine care.

"Paul was great, low key, efficient , flexible"

Jim S on May 2024

Collective Electric is a woman-owned, family-run electrical contracting company proudly serving the Twin Cities. We believe electrical work should be done with care, clarity, and craftsmanship. Founded by wife-and-husband team Jennifer Garrido Santos and Paul Nutting, we bring decades of combined experience to every project, along with a heartfelt commitment to people-first service. We're proud to power homes and businesses while building lasting relationships in our community. Together, we believe that great work begins with strong relationships. At Collective Electric, we’re not just here to fix wires — we’re here to light up homes, businesses, and communities with dependable service and genuine care.

"Paul was great, low key, efficient , flexible"

Jim S on May 2024

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Frontline Electrical Systems

18234 235 Ave NW
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro

Frontline Electrical Systems

18234 235 Ave NW
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 years of experience

Frontline Electrical Services is a full-service electrical contractor. Highly specialized in remodel and service work. Serving Minnesota with decades of experience. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Remind electrician about arranged time"

Dennis N on May 2023

Frontline Electrical Services is a full-service electrical contractor. Highly specialized in remodel and service work. Serving Minnesota with decades of experience. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Remind electrician about arranged time"

Dennis N on May 2023

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Finch Home Solutions, LLC

201 Pottok Lane
4.79(
41
)
•Approved Pro

Finch Home Solutions, LLC

201 Pottok Lane
4.79(
41
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
72 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

No project is too big or small for Finch Home Solutions—your trusted residential electrical specialists. With years of experience, we handle everything from minor repairs to full home rewires with precision and care. Whether you're facing flickering lights, tripping breakers, or need an EV charger installed, our expert team delivers reliable, code-compliant service tailored to your needs. We prioritize safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, offering energy-saving solutions that enhance your home’s performance. At Finch Home Solutions, we treat every home like our own, combining professionalism with a friendly, approachable attitude. Count on us to keep your electrical system running safely and smoothly for years to come

"They did good work, but I thought they were a little pricey at 317 dollars for that job."

Jeff B on September 2025

No project is too big or small for Finch Home Solutions—your trusted residential electrical specialists. With years of experience, we handle everything from minor repairs to full home rewires with precision and care. Whether you're facing flickering lights, tripping breakers, or need an EV charger installed, our expert team delivers reliable, code-compliant service tailored to your needs. We prioritize safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, offering energy-saving solutions that enhance your home’s performance. At Finch Home Solutions, we treat every home like our own, combining professionalism with a friendly, approachable attitude. Count on us to keep your electrical system running safely and smoothly for years to come

"They did good work, but I thought they were a little pricey at 317 dollars for that job."

Jeff B on September 2025

Low Voltage Integrators, Inc

6592 Hudson Boulevard North
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro

Low Voltage Integrators, Inc

6592 Hudson Boulevard North
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

Low Voltage Integrators, Inc has been serving the needs of businesses, both large and small, for over a decade. We service systems through out the entire United States. We will customize a system that fits your needs and budget. We work with home owners, small business owners, and large business owners to protect their business. We do everything needed to ensure the quality of protection you receive is of the highest caliber. And, because we integrate all of our services, we're able to deduce the most accurate picture of what's happening during a time of high urgency. While we hope you never need to use any of our emergency services, if you do, we assure you that you'll have peace of mind you made the right choice. With more than 16 years in the security business, we know what it takes to protect you and yours. Please call us today for a free no obligation quotation.

"last minute change in plans was no problem. Tech was happy to help me out and the job was done so quick."

Ebone M on April 2018

Low Voltage Integrators, Inc has been serving the needs of businesses, both large and small, for over a decade. We service systems through out the entire United States. We will customize a system that fits your needs and budget. We work with home owners, small business owners, and large business owners to protect their business. We do everything needed to ensure the quality of protection you receive is of the highest caliber. And, because we integrate all of our services, we're able to deduce the most accurate picture of what's happening during a time of high urgency. While we hope you never need to use any of our emergency services, if you do, we assure you that you'll have peace of mind you made the right choice. With more than 16 years in the security business, we know what it takes to protect you and yours. Please call us today for a free no obligation quotation.

"last minute change in plans was no problem. Tech was happy to help me out and the job was done so quick."

Ebone M on April 2018

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Plugz Electric Co.

7626 Northshore Circle
4.75(
14
)
•Approved Pro

Plugz Electric Co.

7626 Northshore Circle
4.75(
14
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
154 local quotes requested

Plugz is your local electrical company providing five-star service at an affordable price. Whether you're looking to upgrade your electrical panel, complete a whole-home rewire or, maybe you have an outlet that is giving you trouble, give Plugz Electric a call today. We have financing options available to help you with larger repairs that you may not have planned for. Regardless of the situation, we're here for you, 24/7.

"Job was thorough and well done at a great price! Upgraded to a 200amp circuit and added some additional outlets and fixtures."

Steve K on August 2025

Plugz is your local electrical company providing five-star service at an affordable price. Whether you're looking to upgrade your electrical panel, complete a whole-home rewire or, maybe you have an outlet that is giving you trouble, give Plugz Electric a call today. We have financing options available to help you with larger repairs that you may not have planned for. Regardless of the situation, we're here for you, 24/7.

"Job was thorough and well done at a great price! Upgraded to a 200amp circuit and added some additional outlets and fixtures."

Steve K on August 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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. 

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

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.

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.

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