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Power Up Electrical Contractors, LLC

2060 Craigshire Road
4.73(
15
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Approved Pro

Power Up Electrical Contractors, LLC

2060 Craigshire Road
4.73(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
275 local quotes requested

We are a 4.9 star rating on Home Advisor/Angie's List. Licensed and Union. We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. We accept Check, Cash or Credit Cards

"It went great, I was selling my house and some electrical work was needed after the inspector flagged some things and closing date was coming quick. I got a hold of Jeff and he came to the house and said no problem we can take care of it. Very happy with the work that was done."

Tim W on February 2025

We are a 4.9 star rating on Home Advisor/Angie's List. Licensed and Union. We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring and panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. We accept Check, Cash or Credit Cards

"It went great, I was selling my house and some electrical work was needed after the inspector flagged some things and closing date was coming quick. I got a hold of Jeff and he came to the house and said no problem we can take care of it. Very happy with the work that was done."

Tim W on February 2025


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Hanks Handyman Services

3424 Commonwealth Ave
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

Hanks Handyman Services

3424 Commonwealth Ave
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Hanks Handyman Services proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

Hanks Handyman Services proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!


Electric Vehicle Charging Station, LLC

26 Elmdale Lane
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

Electric Vehicle Charging Station, LLC

26 Elmdale Lane
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!


"Review by JC & LaRue Winfrey I was so pleased with Del he actually worked us in that day to get new Light Switches in for us he told us we could buy our own switches and he came and popped them right in !"

LaRue W on October 2021

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Review by JC & LaRue Winfrey I was so pleased with Del he actually worked us in that day to get new Light Switches in for us he told us we could buy our own switches and he came and popped them right in !"

LaRue W on October 2021


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Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting

101 Didion Dr
4.94(
9
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Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting

101 Didion Dr
4.94(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting is proud to be a locally owned and operated business that has been serving the community since 2004. With years of experience and unmatched expertise we can help with any and all of your residential and commercial exterior lighting needs. From landscapes to parking lots, security to holidays we have a lighting solution for you. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair price. We will work with you on discovering exactly what you are wanting to accomplish and communicate through the process of making that a reality. Let us show you the Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting difference, get in touch today!

"Fred is great and did the job quickly, professionally, and the outcome is superb"

Mike K on December 2023

Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting is proud to be a locally owned and operated business that has been serving the community since 2004. With years of experience and unmatched expertise we can help with any and all of your residential and commercial exterior lighting needs. From landscapes to parking lots, security to holidays we have a lighting solution for you. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair price. We will work with you on discovering exactly what you are wanting to accomplish and communicate through the process of making that a reality. Let us show you the Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting difference, get in touch today!

"Fred is great and did the job quickly, professionally, and the outcome is superb"

Mike K on December 2023


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Custom Technology Solutions

9632 Persimmon Point Drive
4.81(
8
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Approved Pro

Custom Technology Solutions

9632 Persimmon Point Drive
4.81(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

Where Highest Quality Meets Lowest Price! We offer over 18 years experience in the low-voltage Industry. We've established a solid reputation in security projects, home automation, home theater, TV installation and access points, phone and data communications for large executive homes, corporations, and residential homes across the country. We are licensed in both the city and the county. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"This company is absolutely fantastic! Tony is so professional and a really great guy. He bid me a price for some work that turned out to be much more complicated than originally thought. He did not try and increase his price and did the work for the pre-determined rate. In addition, I had a tv he was supposed to hang that was brand new in the box. When he opened it, he discovered the screen was shattered. I was able to return the tv and he is coming back out on a separate trip to hang it. He has really gone above and beyond. I cannot recommend him more highly."

Dan M on December 2019

Where Highest Quality Meets Lowest Price! We offer over 18 years experience in the low-voltage Industry. We've established a solid reputation in security projects, home automation, home theater, TV installation and access points, phone and data communications for large executive homes, corporations, and residential homes across the country. We are licensed in both the city and the county. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"This company is absolutely fantastic! Tony is so professional and a really great guy. He bid me a price for some work that turned out to be much more complicated than originally thought. He did not try and increase his price and did the work for the pre-determined rate. In addition, I had a tv he was supposed to hang that was brand new in the box. When he opened it, he discovered the screen was shattered. I was able to return the tv and he is coming back out on a separate trip to hang it. He has really gone above and beyond. I cannot recommend him more highly."

Dan M on December 2019


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SOHO Solutions

3263 Yorkchester Dr
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro

SOHO Solutions

3263 Yorkchester Dr
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

SOHO Solutions is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Excellent work and excellent rate. Will use again in a few weeks."

Leroy G on March 2022

SOHO Solutions is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Excellent work and excellent rate. Will use again in a few weeks."

Leroy G on March 2022


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C&R Communications

3646 Arpent Street
4.86(
11
)
Approved Pro

C&R Communications

3646 Arpent Street
4.86(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

At C&R Communications, 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.

"showed up on time stayed until got everything figured out and installed"

Dave B on July 2023

At C&R Communications, 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.

"showed up on time stayed until got everything figured out and installed"

Dave B on July 2023


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Donohue's Lightning Rods

501 North Las Vegas Trail, Lot D
4.89(
50
)
Approved Pro

Donohue's Lightning Rods

501 North Las Vegas Trail, Lot D
4.89(
50
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
124 local quotes requested

The modern suburban and small town home of today has become an ideal lightning target. The home owner would do well to recognize lightning for the destructive force that it is and protect against this major life and fire hazard. Donohue's Lightning Rods is based in Missouri, near the factory where most of the residential and commercial lightning rod supplies are manufactured. Jim travels regularly to Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New York. Call today to find out when Jim will be in your area. For installations outside Missouri, Kansas, or Texas, Jim waits until there are a few customers lined up, thus being able to provide the same quality services at affordable prices. **WE DO NOT DO ELECTRICAL SERVICES.** (ONLY LIGHTNING RODS)

"The job was beautifully and professionally done. I have a zero scape yard and the gentleman was concerned about disturbing the gravel when putting the rod into the ground. WOW!!!!"

Debra D on June 2025

The modern suburban and small town home of today has become an ideal lightning target. The home owner would do well to recognize lightning for the destructive force that it is and protect against this major life and fire hazard. Donohue's Lightning Rods is based in Missouri, near the factory where most of the residential and commercial lightning rod supplies are manufactured. Jim travels regularly to Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New York. Call today to find out when Jim will be in your area. For installations outside Missouri, Kansas, or Texas, Jim waits until there are a few customers lined up, thus being able to provide the same quality services at affordable prices. **WE DO NOT DO ELECTRICAL SERVICES.** (ONLY LIGHTNING RODS)

"The job was beautifully and professionally done. I have a zero scape yard and the gentleman was concerned about disturbing the gravel when putting the rod into the ground. WOW!!!!"

Debra D on June 2025


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Recon Electric LLC

691 Trade Center Blvd Suite QQ
5.00(
17
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Approved Pro

Recon Electric LLC

691 Trade Center Blvd Suite QQ
5.00(
17
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
178 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

RECON Electric is your local, family owned, reliable electrician. Licensed, bonded, insured. We service residential and commercial clients in the St. Louis and St. Charles County area. At RECON, our standard is exceptional workmanship and we guarantee it! We will deliver 5 star customer service and rapid response times. Call or text us today to find out how we can keep your project on time and on budget!

"The entire crew at Recon were a pleasure to work with. Dave, Josh, Shane and Travis were very professional and trustworthy. They answered all of our questions. We had some scheduling issues but they were resolved quickly to our satisfaction. If you looking for professional electrical work, look no further than Recon"

Joseph G on June 2025

RECON Electric is your local, family owned, reliable electrician. Licensed, bonded, insured. We service residential and commercial clients in the St. Louis and St. Charles County area. At RECON, our standard is exceptional workmanship and we guarantee it! We will deliver 5 star customer service and rapid response times. Call or text us today to find out how we can keep your project on time and on budget!

"The entire crew at Recon were a pleasure to work with. Dave, Josh, Shane and Travis were very professional and trustworthy. They answered all of our questions. We had some scheduling issues but they were resolved quickly to our satisfaction. If you looking for professional electrical work, look no further than Recon"

Joseph G on June 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages at $5,200, but costs can range from $1,500 to $8,900, depending on the type and size of the generator, and the labor required to install it. To find the best deal while still ensuring the unit meets all the needs of your household, hire an electrician to calculate the electrical load of your must-have appliances and electronics beforehand so you don’t pay for more power than you need. As always, be sure to get at least three quotes to find the ideal fit for your needs and budget.

Most homeowners won't be able to claim a home generator as a tax write-off. However, a whole-house generator may be tax-deductible in certain situations depending on its purpose. For instance, if it's needed to power essential medical equipment, it may qualify as a medical expense deduction. Also, in some cases, businesses can deduct a generator as a business expense if it supports operations. Always consult a tax professional to determine eligibility based on your specific circumstances and the applicable IRS regulations.

Generators run on a variety of fuel types, ranging from natural gas to solar power. Keep in mind that fuel costs varying by type:

  • Natural gas: $2,000–$21,000 per year 

  • Liquid propane: $2,000–$21,000 per year

  • Diesel: $3,000–$20,000 per year

  • Gasoline: $500–$3,000 per year

  • Solar generator: $2,000–$25,000 per unit

  • Battery backup: $10,000–$25,000 per unit

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

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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