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Power Up Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Northwoods, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired “Power Up” to refit our electrical panel and install an outside connecting plug to run a new portable electric generator. Jeff came out and spent time to evaluate and discuss our needs. He was consultative throughout the whole process. Lisa was responsible for arranging installation and paperwork and was very responsive to inquiries as well as reaching out to confirm things were moving forward. Justin was our installer and he knew his stuff. Very friendly and completed the work on time and as expected. Great experience working with “Power Up.”"
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Solis handyman
4.3(
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Serving Northwoods, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I ordered a Murphy bed from Wayfair that was far more difficult for me to assemble than I thought. Jehu Solis provided a reasonable bid, arrived on time, worked diligently, and, most importantly, did a fantastic job. I would rehire him again."
Ceiling drywall patch
Window frame repair
Window frame repair
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Spartan Electric
4.3(
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Serving Northwoods, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: Quick response

"Tom from Synergy did the bid for under cabinet lighting install, however sent someone else to do the job. Originally discussed with Tom that he would use a regular converter box inside the cabinet and place a dimmer switch on the wall, but the other guy he sent wasn't aware of this and placed the dimmer converter in the cabinet. This has resulted in us having to use the dimmer switch inside the cabinet instead of on a wall switch -- not what I requested. Also, I discussed with Tom installing an additional outlet in our kitchen during the bid process. After he left I noticed he did not include that on the written bid. The guy he sent didn't know about it either. The outlet was installed however. Overall, I was charged $95 additional over the bid and didn't get exactly what I wanted in regard to the dimmer switch for under cabinet lighting. Both electricians were very nice and professional, but there was definitely a communication problem in regard to the installation of the under cabinet lighting. Perhaps I should have clarified the issue more strongly, or perhaps I didn't understand. Either way, I'm happy with the lighting overall, but not 100%."
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FixPro
5.0(
5
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Serving Northwoods, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

FixPro is a locally owned and operated handyman service proudly serving St. Louis, St. Charles, Lincoln, Warren, Franklin, and Jefferson Counties. We specialize in high-quality home repairs, carpentry, drywall, painting, flooring, deck repair, and general maintenance—handling everything from small fixes to larger improvement projects with precision and professionalism.\n\nWith years of hands-on experience across construction, maintenance, and service industries, I built FixPro to deliver what most contractors don’t: clear communication, reliable scheduling, and work done right the first time. We show up when we say we will, diagnose issues properly, and provide straightforward solutions without cutting corners.\n\nOur approach is simple—treat every home like it’s our own. We focus on clean workmanship, long-term durability, and customer satisfaction. If you want it done right the first time, FixPro is ready.\n\nNeed Something Fixed? Hire a Pro.

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Lifestyle Contracting, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Northwoods, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

Lifestyle Contracting is an estimating and management company for sub contractors in the St. Louis and surrounding areas. Specializing in residential and commercial electrical services, we’ve teamed up with Pace Electric to offer the best in the industry. Let us help you to understand your home or businesses electrical system and assist in any installation.

Response time1 day
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Power Up Electrical Contractors, LLC
4.8(
314
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Serving Northwoods, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Power Up installed three items. 1. They installed an electric service for our new freezer. 2. They installed a Nest doorbell. 3. The big job was their installing a nine camera security system on our home. Their work was excellent and are always ready to answer any questions before, during, and after installation. I highly recommend Power Up for their excellent work. I would hire again."
Landscape Lighting
Installed outside receptacles.
Hooked-up generator
Installed interior lighting
Installed ceiling fan on porch.

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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

Sizing a generator is a careful process that requires calculating the electrical load of your entire house. You have to take into account every device you want to use and their wattage requirements, plus the wattage needed to start them, and look for a generator that can safely run all that at around 80% capacity.

In more practical terms, a small home can run on a 10,000-watt generator (and if you only want to power a few key appliances, much less than that). A mid-sized home may need something between 15,000 and 22,000 watts. Larger homes require 25,000 watts or more. 

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

Yes, in most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home models. Because these installations involve significant alterations to your home's electrical system and produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require a permit or inspection for safety purposes. A generator permit typically costs between $50 and $250, depending on your location. Your electrician or certified installer can usually handle the permitting process for you, but you will be responsible for the cost. It's a good practice to confirm with your installer that they will pull all necessary permits before work begins.

While natural gas generators are costly, they’re a great option for standby power due to the reliability of natural gas as a fuel source. Unlike other fuels, natural gas is delivered through underground pipes, making outages extremely rare and less likely to be affected by the elements. As long as the area isn’t prone to earthquakes, they offer an unlimited supply of natural gas that doesn’t degrade over time or require storage in tanks.

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