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Cardinal Electric & Communications Inc

4.91(
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Cardinal Electric & Communications Inc

4.91(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
2015 years of experience

We are a local Electrical company capable of handling any job big or small all while maintaining the best Quality around! We have a Satisfaction Guarantee. We work extremely hard to keep our good name & reviews. Family owned business with 4-5 employees who are all dedicated to the company. We have 25+ years experience in Electrical Remodel, Troubleshooting, custom home & New construction. We service All Triad areas. We specialize in Service work Yet can handle commercial projects as well. We are also a Certified Generac Generator Dealer and Servicer.

"The communication from the office was wonderful. The technician arrived late, but apologized. Did put up the fan. However, the only reason they didn’t get a five star rating as he did not ask me what size downrod I wanted and installed the longer one and I wanted the shorter one. When I asked him, he said it’s too late to change it now. However, he was courteous and kind. Just didn’t follow through on what I had asked because he said it would take too much to change it."

Lillian L on October 2025

We are a local Electrical company capable of handling any job big or small all while maintaining the best Quality around! We have a Satisfaction Guarantee. We work extremely hard to keep our good name & reviews. Family owned business with 4-5 employees who are all dedicated to the company. We have 25+ years experience in Electrical Remodel, Troubleshooting, custom home & New construction. We service All Triad areas. We specialize in Service work Yet can handle commercial projects as well. We are also a Certified Generac Generator Dealer and Servicer.

"The communication from the office was wonderful. The technician arrived late, but apologized. Did put up the fan. However, the only reason they didn’t get a five star rating as he did not ask me what size downrod I wanted and installed the longer one and I wanted the shorter one. When I asked him, he said it’s too late to change it now. However, he was courteous and kind. Just didn’t follow through on what I had asked because he said it would take too much to change it."

Lillian L on October 2025


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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
2001 years of experience

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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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
1969 years of experience

We have over 40 years of experience in the business. At Mid America Lightning Protection, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lighting rods.

"Remarkable service! He arrived when he said he would. Completed the job on time. Highly recommend recommend."

Keith H on November 2025

We have over 40 years of experience in the business. At Mid America Lightning Protection, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! We are not an electrical company; we do lightning protection and work with lighting rods.

"Remarkable service! He arrived when he said he would. Completed the job on time. Highly recommend recommend."

Keith H on November 2025


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True Tech

4.55(
119
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True Tech

4.55(
119
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
1978 years of experience

We are Allen & Associates Incorporated of Yadkin. WE HAVE BEEN IN BUSINESS FOR OVER 30 YEARS. We are a locally Owned and Operated Small Business. Allen and Associates is an Electrical and Security company and we offer the following services: *Anything Electrical Related *Home, Business and Industrial Security (Wired and Wireless) *Commercial Fire Alarm Systems *Wired and Wireless Networks Solutions *Fiber Optic Cabling and Termination, *Telephone Wiring *Cable TV Wiring for Home and Business -----Basically if it is a wire we pull and terminate it.----- No Job Is To Small or To Big! Thanks for looking and we look forward to hearing from you!

"Very professional and efficient. The job was well done. They were very transparent with their pricing up front."

Wallace B on November 2022

We are Allen & Associates Incorporated of Yadkin. WE HAVE BEEN IN BUSINESS FOR OVER 30 YEARS. We are a locally Owned and Operated Small Business. Allen and Associates is an Electrical and Security company and we offer the following services: *Anything Electrical Related *Home, Business and Industrial Security (Wired and Wireless) *Commercial Fire Alarm Systems *Wired and Wireless Networks Solutions *Fiber Optic Cabling and Termination, *Telephone Wiring *Cable TV Wiring for Home and Business -----Basically if it is a wire we pull and terminate it.----- No Job Is To Small or To Big! Thanks for looking and we look forward to hearing from you!

"Very professional and efficient. The job was well done. They were very transparent with their pricing up front."

Wallace B on November 2022


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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

5.00(
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1964 years of experience

With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"He was on time and has a great work ethic. His workers were hard workers and did a great job."

Monte B on September 2022

With more than 30 yrs of experience, Hamilton Lightning Protection is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"He was on time and has a great work ethic. His workers were hard workers and did a great job."

Monte B on September 2022


Triad Energy Solutions

4.91(
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Triad Energy Solutions

4.91(
44
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Customers say: Quality work
1995 years of experience

Triad Energy Solutions specializes in professional residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services for all new construction and remodeling projects. Triad Energy Solutions- provides high quality and expert electrical services for anything from low-voltage wiring and network cabling to generators, fuse panels, and service upgrades. Professional Electrical Services With more than 20 years of professional, electrical experience, Triad Energy Solutions offers all our customers top-quality workmanship on all our projects. And as a family-owned-and-operated business, we are committed to offering expert service. We will stand behind all our work��guaranteed.

"Tyler Tuttle did an exceptional job of installing LED lighting and an electrical outlet at Pilot International Gift Shop. We would definitely recommend his services."

Pilot International Hift Shop N on March 2021

Triad Energy Solutions specializes in professional residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services for all new construction and remodeling projects. Triad Energy Solutions- provides high quality and expert electrical services for anything from low-voltage wiring and network cabling to generators, fuse panels, and service upgrades. Professional Electrical Services With more than 20 years of professional, electrical experience, Triad Energy Solutions offers all our customers top-quality workmanship on all our projects. And as a family-owned-and-operated business, we are committed to offering expert service. We will stand behind all our work��guaranteed.

"Tyler Tuttle did an exceptional job of installing LED lighting and an electrical outlet at Pilot International Gift Shop. We would definitely recommend his services."

Pilot International Hift Shop N on March 2021


Alan Forrest Electric

4.81(
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Alan Forrest Electric

4.81(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2020 years of experience

Here at Alan Forrest Electric, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"He took care of us quickly and we are very happy."

Michelle A on August 2024

Here at Alan Forrest Electric, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"He took care of us quickly and we are very happy."

Michelle A on August 2024


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True Tech

4.33(
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True Tech

4.33(
6
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Customers say: Super punctual
1978 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

In Business since 1978. Subcontracting available, On site, Monthly and Quarterly billing. We offer full service in HVAC, Electrical, Security with Installation and Monitoring, and Security Cameras for home and business. Our mission is to provide the highest level of customer satisfaction by treating our client's property as our own. We serve both residential and commercial and offer a variety of money-saving solutions. We combine our use of the highest quality parts and equipment, and our dedication to deliver exceptional service to provide you with top quality service. Your safety and comfort is our goal! Ask about "The Club" Membership today and see what it offers. Call us today to set up an appointment! We will be glad to assist you in all your needs!

"Thank you very much for the professional job. They gave me a very fair quote and completed the job in a timely manner. I am very happy with the work that they did and would hire them again. Thanks again."

Mark N on May 2025

In Business since 1978. Subcontracting available, On site, Monthly and Quarterly billing. We offer full service in HVAC, Electrical, Security with Installation and Monitoring, and Security Cameras for home and business. Our mission is to provide the highest level of customer satisfaction by treating our client's property as our own. We serve both residential and commercial and offer a variety of money-saving solutions. We combine our use of the highest quality parts and equipment, and our dedication to deliver exceptional service to provide you with top quality service. Your safety and comfort is our goal! Ask about "The Club" Membership today and see what it offers. Call us today to set up an appointment! We will be glad to assist you in all your needs!

"Thank you very much for the professional job. They gave me a very fair quote and completed the job in a timely manner. I am very happy with the work that they did and would hire them again. Thanks again."

Mark N on May 2025


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Bullseye Electrical LLC

5.00(
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Bullseye Electrical LLC

5.00(
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2025 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

𝗔𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘀𝗲𝘆𝗲 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹, 𝘄𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸, 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁. Founded by Payton Reeves, our team is dedicated to providing top-notch electrical services across the Triad and down into Upstate SC. We hit the mark every time! 🎯 Need an electrician you can rely on? Give us a call!

"Payton from Bullseye did excellent work installing shop lights in our detached garage. He ran power from our house, installed a panel, ran all the wire and put in a few outlets and switches too. He finished it all super quick, and was very fair with his price. Great work ethic, great communication, great company, and he left us super happy with the end result. "

Taylor S on May 2025

𝗔𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘀𝗲𝘆𝗲 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹, 𝘄𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸, 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁. Founded by Payton Reeves, our team is dedicated to providing top-notch electrical services across the Triad and down into Upstate SC. We hit the mark every time! 🎯 Need an electrician you can rely on? Give us a call!

"Payton from Bullseye did excellent work installing shop lights in our detached garage. He ran power from our house, installed a panel, ran all the wire and put in a few outlets and switches too. He finished it all super quick, and was very fair with his price. Great work ethic, great communication, great company, and he left us super happy with the end result. "

Taylor S on May 2025


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Blakley Electric LLC

5.00(
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Blakley Electric LLC

5.00(
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1999 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Blakley Electric Company LLC, is 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.

"Company was able to fit us in quickly when we had an issue. Very professional and prompt. They will be our go to for electrical work in our home."

Heather M on October 2025

Blakley Electric Company LLC, is 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.

"Company was able to fit us in quickly when we had an issue. Very professional and prompt. They will be our go to for electrical work in our home."

Heather M on October 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

In some situations, yes. Never try to put biofuel into any home generator without checking the specifics first. If a generator has the ability to run on diesel, it can also run pure biofuel (the clear kind made from seed oils, for example). But if you are using biofuel made from animal fats or vegetable oils, the generator will need significant modifications before it can handle a sludgier type of biofuel.

Natural gas generators are designed to run for extended periods of time, such as power outages during a natural disaster. Since there’s no limit to the supply of natural gas, they don’t need to stop for refills. However, generators do need maintenance, including pauses to check and add oil. Constantly running them will also cause a lot more wear and tear, leading to a shorter lifespan.

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.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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