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"James did a great job and was very professional. I will definitely use Giboney again in the future."

Jill J on March 2025

Giboney Electric is your source for ALL THINGS ELECTRICAL! Owned and operated by a currently licensed Master Electrician with over 35 years experience. Small to medium sized projects are our specialty…Residential, Commercial and Marine.

"James did a great job and was very professional. I will definitely use Giboney again in the future."

Jill J on March 2025


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EZ Services, LLC - Electrical Contractor

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EZ Services, LLC - Electrical Contractor

4.75(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

With over 5 years experience in the electrical field, EZ Services LLC is your industry expert in the lake area. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Here we base our business work ethic on Colossians 3:23-24 working each project as unto the Lord. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"They are professional, efficient and highly skilled. I would recommend them without reservation."

Tamella W on October 2024

With over 5 years experience in the electrical field, EZ Services LLC is your industry expert in the lake area. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Here we base our business work ethic on Colossians 3:23-24 working each project as unto the Lord. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"They are professional, efficient and highly skilled. I would recommend them without reservation."

Tamella W on October 2024


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Barker Electric Company, LLC

5.00(
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Barker Electric Company, LLC

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

At Barker Electric, we strive to make every customer a repeat customer. With prompt responses and good communication, projects are completed within budget and on schedule. No job is complete until the customer is happy and we look forward to making many long term friends along the way.

"Very pleased!! Will use again."

Ronda R on April 2025

At Barker Electric, we strive to make every customer a repeat customer. With prompt responses and good communication, projects are completed within budget and on schedule. No job is complete until the customer is happy and we look forward to making many long term friends along the way.

"Very pleased!! Will use again."

Ronda R on April 2025


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Donohue's Lightning Rods

4.89(
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Donohue's Lightning Rods

4.89(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
55 years of experience

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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Mr Electric of Central Missouri

4.51(
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Mr Electric of Central Missouri

4.51(
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Customers say: Quality work
17 years of experience
Emergency services offered

At Mr. Electric of Central Missouri, our electricians will make sure your property operates at its peak performance level. We can help you upgrade and improve your electrical systems, so they are more energy efficient and secure. Most importantly, we get it right, the first time! We deliver the most comprehensive electrical installations, upgrades or repairs! Call us today and let us make you part of the Mr. Electric of Central Missouri, family! When we visit with you about your home you will find out the price before we get started. Our Service Professionals arrive in a fully stocked van and are ready to get started on your projects. As a value for your visit, we will complete a Home Safety Inspection and familiarize you with your home's electrical experience. We are excited to work with you!

"Easy to work with, ran late arriving and finishing the work, but did a good job."

Elizabeth L on June 2025

At Mr. Electric of Central Missouri, our electricians will make sure your property operates at its peak performance level. We can help you upgrade and improve your electrical systems, so they are more energy efficient and secure. Most importantly, we get it right, the first time! We deliver the most comprehensive electrical installations, upgrades or repairs! Call us today and let us make you part of the Mr. Electric of Central Missouri, family! When we visit with you about your home you will find out the price before we get started. Our Service Professionals arrive in a fully stocked van and are ready to get started on your projects. As a value for your visit, we will complete a Home Safety Inspection and familiarize you with your home's electrical experience. We are excited to work with you!

"Easy to work with, ran late arriving and finishing the work, but did a good job."

Elizabeth L on June 2025


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Black Diamond Business Group

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Black Diamond Business Group

5.00(
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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Black Diamond is Mid-Missouri's trusted professional for quality construction, electrical, and renovations. For homes, offices, and properties throughout Mid-Missouri, we offer a wide range of services to help bring your construction vision to life. From simple repairs to complete remodels, our team at Black Diamond is dedicated to delivering exceptional craftsmanship, unmatched customer care, and competitive pricing.

"Switching from a gas car to an EV entails a sharp learning curve. Having a charger installed with an outlet that didn’t previously exist isn’t an easy job. Josiah installed a new outlet, changed the paneling, and set up my charger in two hours. It’s hard enough just to get an electrician to show up. Make your life easier and just hire Josiah to get the job done right."

John F on October 2025

Black Diamond is Mid-Missouri's trusted professional for quality construction, electrical, and renovations. For homes, offices, and properties throughout Mid-Missouri, we offer a wide range of services to help bring your construction vision to life. From simple repairs to complete remodels, our team at Black Diamond is dedicated to delivering exceptional craftsmanship, unmatched customer care, and competitive pricing.

"Switching from a gas car to an EV entails a sharp learning curve. Having a charger installed with an outlet that didn’t previously exist isn’t an easy job. Josiah installed a new outlet, changed the paneling, and set up my charger in two hours. It’s hard enough just to get an electrician to show up. Make your life easier and just hire Josiah to get the job done right."

John F on October 2025


Brian Bias Construction

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Brian Bias Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

Over 30 years of experience. We are committed to excellence in 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 customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Carol G on March 2021

Over 30 years of experience. We are committed to excellence in 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 customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Carol G on March 2021


West Wiring LLC

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West Wiring LLC

5.00(
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8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride ourselves on our professionalism, as well the ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

" Came on time. Rare in this area. Very informative Follow-up doing job. Worker was very cordial. Did not try to sell me things I did not need to fix the problem. Work done was excellent. Would use and recommended them again."

Frank Z on December 2025

We pride ourselves on our professionalism, as well the ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

" Came on time. Rare in this area. Very informative Follow-up doing job. Worker was very cordial. Did not try to sell me things I did not need to fix the problem. Work done was excellent. Would use and recommended them again."

Frank Z on December 2025


Lighthouse Outdoor Lighting of Central Missouri

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Lighthouse Outdoor Lighting of Central Missouri

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13 years of experience

Lighthouse Outdoor Lighting of Central Missouri is Missouri's most respected outdoor lighting company. Our expertise gives us the ability to offer our neighbors a wide variety of plans. Our attention to detail and expert design skills allow for us to create that beautiful outdoor experience, while adding site safety and security. We have been in this industry for over 10 years and we strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. Why let night hide what you have worked so hard to cerate? We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. This approach has set us apart from our competition and keeps our customers coming back! You can be sure your project will be handled promptly and professionally. Call us today to schedule an appointment!

Lighthouse Outdoor Lighting of Central Missouri is Missouri's most respected outdoor lighting company. Our expertise gives us the ability to offer our neighbors a wide variety of plans. Our attention to detail and expert design skills allow for us to create that beautiful outdoor experience, while adding site safety and security. We have been in this industry for over 10 years and we strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. Why let night hide what you have worked so hard to cerate? We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. This approach has set us apart from our competition and keeps our customers coming back! You can be sure your project will be handled promptly and professionally. Call us today to schedule an appointment!


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Wortmann Agri-Services

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Wortmann Agri-Services

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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Wortmann Agri-services is your number one choice for all your electrical needs. Our commitment to quality is second to none, and we guarantee your complete satisfaction. We enjoy creating long term relationships with each of our clients, and we look forward to working with you!

Wortmann Agri-services is your number one choice for all your electrical needs. Our commitment to quality is second to none, and we guarantee your complete satisfaction. We enjoy creating long term relationships with each of our clients, and we look forward to working with you!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You can determine what size generator you need for a transfer switch by matching the switch to the largest outlet on your generator. Larger generators can power up to 10 circuits, while most 5,000-watt generators can provide power to six circuits. So, if your generator’s largest outlet is 30 amps, you’ll need a 30-amp transfer switch.

You can determine what size generator you need by listing the various appliances it will power during an outage. Write down the start-up watt usage, and then add them all together. 

A 7,500-watt generator will run your refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits without a problem. However, you’ll need an extra 3,000 to 4,500 watts to run your water heater and another 5,000 to 25,000 watts to run your electric furnace. In these instances, a whole-home generator is your best bet for running your critical equipment.

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

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

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