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Avatar for Storm Electric Company, Inc.
Storm Electric Company, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patrick was exemplary in customer relations. Prompt in scheduling and great communicator. Storm Electric stayed in contact with the gas line installer in order for the two utility groups to work in a timely manner together.They installed a whole house generator with great results. Thank you, Patrick, and Storm Electric."
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City Gym Lexington Remodel

+26

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Cardinal Electric & Communications Inc
4.9(
62
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Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Customer service is the best. The guys came out same day and installed my ring video doorbell. I couldn’t be happier. I will hire them again to install ceiling light fixtures and all other small electrical projects."
Rockingham w/ Guest Home
DD w/ DriveThru
Northern Shores Pt
Primary Bath
Big or small we do it all

+147

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Mills Electric Company LLC
5.0(
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Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Eddie knows exactly what heâ s doing. He upgraded my electric panel, and I can now can hook up my generator without issues. I would recommend him to anyone!"
Upstairs Dimmable lighting and fan
Upstairs Dimmable lighting and fan
Cabin fans and lighting
Cabin fans and lighting
Cabin fans and lighting

+6

Response time5 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Lee Electrical Services
4.4(
14
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Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Drew added new breakers and a generator interlock kit along with a generator input box. Prompt and professional sevice at a great price. Excellent job!"
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Hawley Air Heating, Cooling, Electrical
5.0(
1
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Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Hawley Air is your full-service residential and commercial heating and air conditioning service company that also specializes in air quality products and services.\n\nWe are fully licensed, bonded, and insured to provide our Piedmont Triad customers with services relating to furnaces, heating, and air conditioning. Our heating and air conditioning service company offers sales, installation, and repair for any number of heating systems, cooling systems, air quality units, and parts.

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Response time5 hrs
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JReyes Ent.
New to Angi

Serving Advance, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hey i’m Jadon, i’ve been doing electrical work for 5 years and love getting new experience and perfecting my craft. I specialize in small commercial and residential, but I also have years experience in big commercial and industrial. I am employed with an electrical company, but like getting more experience with side work. I’ve worked all around NC and I live near Greensboro, so I don’t mind traveling an hour or 2 out. I work on panels, and put them in/wire them, underground, receptacles and lights, home appliances, remodels, electrical demo, and much more. I take pride in my work and always want my customers happy. I would never accept a job I don’t believe I could finish to my absolute best ability. Thank you and I look forward to doing great work for you!

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

Homeowners can often access federal tax credits, such as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which covers a percentage of installation costs. Many states and utilities offer additional rebates, grants, or performance-based incentives. These programs can significantly lower your upfront investment. Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) or contact your local energy office for current offers.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

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