We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home electrical project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Did a great job installing 2 ceiling fans and 6 lights in my house! Would recommend "
Gabrielle M on May 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home electrical project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Did a great job installing 2 ceiling fans and 6 lights in my house! Would recommend "
Cape Fear Air-Electric-Plumbing is an air conditioning, heating, electrical, and plumbing contractor with two locations to Serve You! Fayetteville, NC (910) 483-8790 and Raleigh, NC (919) 322-2000. We have been serving the Triangle and Fayetteville areas since 1973. Nobody knows Trane like we do...... We are the oldest Trane dealer in town! Our trained professionals sell, service and install all major brands as well. We repair and replace: Air conditioning systems • Heat pumps • Gas Package units • Heat Pump Package units• Duct systems • Gas furnaces • Air handlers • Mini Split Systems • Air cleaners • Ultra Violet Air Purification and Humidifiers We can provide our commercial and residential customers with affordable heating and cooling systems to fit their lifestyles and budgets. We offer water heater installation, plumbing repairs and service, and electrical as well. To better serve our customers, we offer 24-hour emergency service six days a week. We also provide same-day service and repairs. Financing is available and we offer extended warranties! Cape Fear Air Conditioning & Heating Co., Inc. values your business and will work hard to maintain your complete satisfaction. Call us today to schedule service or request an estimate.
"Excellent! Technicians were very professional, knowledgeable and completed work quickly! A+ Experience!"
Kevin L on September 2025
Cape Fear Air-Electric-Plumbing is an air conditioning, heating, electrical, and plumbing contractor with two locations to Serve You! Fayetteville, NC (910) 483-8790 and Raleigh, NC (919) 322-2000. We have been serving the Triangle and Fayetteville areas since 1973. Nobody knows Trane like we do...... We are the oldest Trane dealer in town! Our trained professionals sell, service and install all major brands as well. We repair and replace: Air conditioning systems • Heat pumps • Gas Package units • Heat Pump Package units• Duct systems • Gas furnaces • Air handlers • Mini Split Systems • Air cleaners • Ultra Violet Air Purification and Humidifiers We can provide our commercial and residential customers with affordable heating and cooling systems to fit their lifestyles and budgets. We offer water heater installation, plumbing repairs and service, and electrical as well. To better serve our customers, we offer 24-hour emergency service six days a week. We also provide same-day service and repairs. Financing is available and we offer extended warranties! Cape Fear Air Conditioning & Heating Co., Inc. values your business and will work hard to maintain your complete satisfaction. Call us today to schedule service or request an estimate.
"Excellent! Technicians were very professional, knowledgeable and completed work quickly! A+ Experience!"
With over 30 years of experience, Beddingfield Electrical Service is prepared to take care of your needs. Feel free to contact us for a personalized, free estimate for your next project. We are always here to serve you!
"Affordable, knowledgeable, and did a good job."
Alexandra V on July 2025
With over 30 years of experience, Beddingfield Electrical Service is prepared to take care of your needs. Feel free to contact us for a personalized, free estimate for your next project. We are always here to serve you!
Streamline Services, Inc. has been serving the plumbing, electrical and HVAC needs of Raleigh and surrounding areas for over 20 years. We offer 24/7 support and fast, same day repairs. We are a family-owned and operated business. We're committed to providing the highest quality service with our licensed and certified technicians, continuing training, and dedication to our community. Our core values are simple yet impact the way we go about our day – dependable, dedicated, positive, eager to learn, process-driven, and humble. The relationships we cultivate and develop amongst ourselves and with customers is something we pride ourselves with every day.
"They wanted to charge me more for 'working after hours' but they were simply unavailable at the time we had already scheduled. They were extremely unprofessional and did not address this issue properly."
Ghada A on November 2025
Streamline Services, Inc. has been serving the plumbing, electrical and HVAC needs of Raleigh and surrounding areas for over 20 years. We offer 24/7 support and fast, same day repairs. We are a family-owned and operated business. We're committed to providing the highest quality service with our licensed and certified technicians, continuing training, and dedication to our community. Our core values are simple yet impact the way we go about our day – dependable, dedicated, positive, eager to learn, process-driven, and humble. The relationships we cultivate and develop amongst ourselves and with customers is something we pride ourselves with every day.
"They wanted to charge me more for 'working after hours' but they were simply unavailable at the time we had already scheduled. They were extremely unprofessional and did not address this issue properly."
Our mission at Right Electrical Services is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face, at the end of a project! Right Electrical Services stacks up with the competition, and surpasses it with an "unlimited" license level, competitive prices, second to none workmanship, and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today and let us help you do it the "Right" way! 919-359-1017
"These guys are great. Had a whole house generac installed. Very professional and timed everything perfectly. Super satisfied!"
Jim R on May 2025
Our mission at Right Electrical Services is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face, at the end of a project! Right Electrical Services stacks up with the competition, and surpasses it with an "unlimited" license level, competitive prices, second to none workmanship, and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today and let us help you do it the "Right" way! 919-359-1017
"These guys are great. Had a whole house generac installed. Very professional and timed everything perfectly. Super satisfied!"
Bear Electrical Services, LLC, is a full service residential and commercial electrical contractor. We are capable of handling all of your electrical needs from a simple service call to large commercial projects. Bear Electrical Services, LLC, has served its customers with a commitment to service and value. We have the experience and expertise to get the job done right the first time. Being a locally owned company means that any dealings you have with Bear Electrical Services, LLC, you will be working with an owner of the company. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with North Carolina's true professionals at work for you!
"The guys were very pleasant, quick and clean in repairing my ring doorbell chime Pro. They added a larger receptacle box and transformer to get it working perfectly. Would definitely call again!"
William K on November 2025
Bear Electrical Services, LLC, is a full service residential and commercial electrical contractor. We are capable of handling all of your electrical needs from a simple service call to large commercial projects. Bear Electrical Services, LLC, has served its customers with a commitment to service and value. We have the experience and expertise to get the job done right the first time. Being a locally owned company means that any dealings you have with Bear Electrical Services, LLC, you will be working with an owner of the company. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with North Carolina's true professionals at work for you!
"The guys were very pleasant, quick and clean in repairing my ring doorbell chime Pro. They added a larger receptacle box and transformer to get it working perfectly. Would definitely call again!"
Welcome to M.R. Stoner Electric, Inc. We are a family owned and operated electrical contractor. We are fully licensed, insured, and have a 100% guarantee on all of our work. We have been providing Residential, Commercial, and Industrial electrical service and repair to our valued customers for 33 years. Our qualified, professional, and knowledgeable technicians have the skill, training, and experience necessary to complete your installation or repair job no matter how small or large. They are up-to-date on all of the latest local and state safety codes and requirements. We are also an authorized Generac Generator Dealer. We sell, install, and provide annual preventative maintenance for Generac Generators. Please call us today at 919-774-8877 and speak to one of our friendly customer service representatives to schedule an at-home site visit for a quote. Ask us about our Synchrony Financing available for all your electrical needs.
"I was happy with the job they did they were very efficient and knowledgeable."
Bennett C on November 2025
Welcome to M.R. Stoner Electric, Inc. We are a family owned and operated electrical contractor. We are fully licensed, insured, and have a 100% guarantee on all of our work. We have been providing Residential, Commercial, and Industrial electrical service and repair to our valued customers for 33 years. Our qualified, professional, and knowledgeable technicians have the skill, training, and experience necessary to complete your installation or repair job no matter how small or large. They are up-to-date on all of the latest local and state safety codes and requirements. We are also an authorized Generac Generator Dealer. We sell, install, and provide annual preventative maintenance for Generac Generators. Please call us today at 919-774-8877 and speak to one of our friendly customer service representatives to schedule an at-home site visit for a quote. Ask us about our Synchrony Financing available for all your electrical needs.
"I was happy with the job they did they were very efficient and knowledgeable."
M-Power Electric with its combined decades of electrical experience in Residential Service work, expertise in standby power, data services and construction remodels, our company can serve all of your electrical needs. Promptness, cleanliness, and respect towards our clients is our top priority. We look forward to having the opportunity to earn your business!
"Went great. Great people. Great work. Will hire again."
Scott G on February 2024
M-Power Electric with its combined decades of electrical experience in Residential Service work, expertise in standby power, data services and construction remodels, our company can serve all of your electrical needs. Promptness, cleanliness, and respect towards our clients is our top priority. We look forward to having the opportunity to earn your business!
"Went great. Great people. Great work. Will hire again."
Blanton's was established by Nathan (Bill) Blanton in 1951. Today. more than six decades later, Bill's passion for service, workmanship and customer satisfaction is still evident in the way we do business. While we embrace innovation to solve your electrical, heating, and cooling problems, our old fashioned service commitment remains the same. It's the reason we're an industry leader, and the reason so many of our customers become lifetime clients. Don't trust your system to just anyone. Blanton's hires only the most qualified technicians. We're dedicated to providing the highest quality installation, most innovative design, and most energy efficient products in the industry. Our team is committed and driven to deliver prompt, dependable and unparalleled service, with a constant focus on ensuring 100% customer satisfaction. Call us today!
"very professional and the service was fantastic"
Erma J on March 2023
Blanton's was established by Nathan (Bill) Blanton in 1951. Today. more than six decades later, Bill's passion for service, workmanship and customer satisfaction is still evident in the way we do business. While we embrace innovation to solve your electrical, heating, and cooling problems, our old fashioned service commitment remains the same. It's the reason we're an industry leader, and the reason so many of our customers become lifetime clients. Don't trust your system to just anyone. Blanton's hires only the most qualified technicians. We're dedicated to providing the highest quality installation, most innovative design, and most energy efficient products in the industry. Our team is committed and driven to deliver prompt, dependable and unparalleled service, with a constant focus on ensuring 100% customer satisfaction. Call us today!
WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **
"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."
Jennifer B on October 2024
WB Lightning Rods is a third-generation lightning protection contractor. Family Owned and operated for over 60 years. installing U.L. Listed Lightning protection systems, All Over the East coast, Midwest south east and south west regions of the U.S. Installations on Residential Homes, Estate Properties, Agricultural and Equestrian Properties. Lightning Protection for trees is also available. No job to big or small References upon Request. Contact us today for a no cost or obligation estimate. We look forward to working with you on your Lightning Protection Project. Thank you. **WE ARE NOT ELECTRICIANS** **WE ONLY INSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS **
"Great company, they were fast, friendly, & accommodating. I would definitely use them again."
Jennifer B on October 2024
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts
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.
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.
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.
The typical cost of a home generator is around $5,000, but prices range from $400 up to $13,000, depending on a few factors. The most significant cost factor is the generator size, as larger generators that can support more square footage usually cost more. You can install an emergency backup generator for between $500 and $2,000 or a partial-home generator for between $2,000 and $6,500. Whole-home generators usually total between $5,000 and $13,000, with some models climbing as high as $18,000.
The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.
The Apex, NC homeowners’ guide to generator installs
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Keeping on top of generator maintenance and repairs gives you extra peace of mind as a homeowner. Find out how much regular generator maintenance costs.
