OBXtroniX with 23 plus years of experience, we proudly serve our customers with integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are veteran owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"Helped us with a huge electrical panel project at Carolina Village. Fixed the huge mess that a fly by night meth head electrician did. Would 100% hire him again"
Michael R on November 2025
OBXtroniX with 23 plus years of experience, we proudly serve our customers with integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are veteran owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"Helped us with a huge electrical panel project at Carolina Village. Fixed the huge mess that a fly by night meth head electrician did. Would 100% hire him again"
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."
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."
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."
Bryan Oroson Electric, is a family owned and operated electrical company providing quality service to the Kitty Hawk, and surrounding areas. We provide excellent service, ranging from repairs, to new installations for remodels and home builds. We carry years of experience and are state licensed and insured, which is very important when you're dealing with electrical work. We will also provide you with outstanding customer service and professionalism so call us today!
"excellent"
Michelle D on May 2018
Bryan Oroson Electric, is a family owned and operated electrical company providing quality service to the Kitty Hawk, and surrounding areas. We provide excellent service, ranging from repairs, to new installations for remodels and home builds. We carry years of experience and are state licensed and insured, which is very important when you're dealing with electrical work. We will also provide you with outstanding customer service and professionalism so call us today!
EH Tech OBX delivers professional tech installs and dependable service across the Outer Banks. Based in Kill Devil Hills, we support homeowners and rental properties with tidy work, clear communication, and safety first. Services include TV wall mounting; security cameras and access control; smart devices and home automation; WiFi mesh, site surveys, and optimization; Cat6 and Cat6a structured cabling; home theater and multiroom audio; Starlink and backup internet; fiber splicing and low voltage terminations; outdoor lighting and control integration; surge protection; EV charger site assessment; rental property tech maintenance; select handyman services. Call or text 252 256 0177 or email us: [email protected].
"We have hired EH Professional Services multiple times for various computer, technology,audio and other various technical issues or installations. Each time we have been very pleased with the service, professionalism and accuracy of the work. I would highly recommend for your home or business!"
John O on March 2025
EH Tech OBX delivers professional tech installs and dependable service across the Outer Banks. Based in Kill Devil Hills, we support homeowners and rental properties with tidy work, clear communication, and safety first. Services include TV wall mounting; security cameras and access control; smart devices and home automation; WiFi mesh, site surveys, and optimization; Cat6 and Cat6a structured cabling; home theater and multiroom audio; Starlink and backup internet; fiber splicing and low voltage terminations; outdoor lighting and control integration; surge protection; EV charger site assessment; rental property tech maintenance; select handyman services. Call or text 252 256 0177 or email us: [email protected].
"We have hired EH Professional Services multiple times for various computer, technology,audio and other various technical issues or installations. Each time we have been very pleased with the service, professionalism and accuracy of the work. I would highly recommend for your home or business!"
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Great job on installing my lightning ⚡️ protection system great price and we could not be more satisfied with the system looks great thank u again Peter!!"
mary h on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Great job on installing my lightning ⚡️ protection system great price and we could not be more satisfied with the system looks great thank u again Peter!!"
We offer the amazing Simonton Vinyl Window at near wholesale prices for up to 40% off retail. We are BBB Accredited with an A+ rating and have won the BBB Ethics Award as well as the Small Business of the Year Award for the Town of Cary. Our installation crew has over 30 years of experience and are master craftsmen. Amazing Attention to detail. We treat every single customer like personal friends.
"Masterpiece windows is an easy to deal with service. Product done in a timely manner with affordable prices."
Brendan W on November 2024
We offer the amazing Simonton Vinyl Window at near wholesale prices for up to 40% off retail. We are BBB Accredited with an A+ rating and have won the BBB Ethics Award as well as the Small Business of the Year Award for the Town of Cary. Our installation crew has over 30 years of experience and are master craftsmen. Amazing Attention to detail. We treat every single customer like personal friends.
"Masterpiece windows is an easy to deal with service. Product done in a timely manner with affordable prices."
Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.
"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"
Jan C on February 2019
Free Phone Consultation. Not sure if we can help? Give us a call, it's on us! We are more than happy to talk with you and discuss your computer problems. Fast service. In some cases we can help you right now! If not, we will schedule an appointment that fits your schedule. If you receive our answering service, please leave us a message. We will call you back as soon as possible. Domestic Based Support. Our company is based right here in the United States and all of our technicians speak clear, fluent English. Safe Interaction. By using our online support center, no one has to come out to your home to fix your computer. That means no strangers in your home and you don’t even have to get dressed, if you don’t want to. Extremely Affordable & Convenient. Unhooking your computer, dragging it out to the car, then driving to the store and dragging in there and waiting for weeks to get it back and then pay hundreds of dollars for such fantastic service. That’s the typical experience for most users. Most Issues are software based. In our experience. 85% of user’s problems are either software or operating system problems due to bugs, worms, virus’, Trojans, malware, grayware or spyware related. As long as your computer turns on and has an internet connection, we can probably solve your issue. If we find that your issue is a hardware issue, we will recommend a trusted, local support company to help you further, if possible.
"Online repair. He has helped me in the past and I cannot say enough nice things about him. The next day I had a tiny issue and he responded immediately. Thorough. Thank you!"
HIU is full service audio video sales and installation company. Specializing in automation, network & wifi design/management, video security and low-voltage wiring for residential, commercial, corporate, enterprise and retail projects. Serving the Carolinas, and popular coastal and mountain areas within a few hundred miles. HIU was founded in 2010 when Jeff Janson merged his executive IT career with his passion for audio video. Jeff brings to the table more then twenty five years experience integrating and automating audio video solutions with IT systems. Get it, hook IT up. : ) They also have engineers and programmers that can address any size network and automation system on the market. From the family room to the boardroom and beyond. They listen and provide solid simple solutions that fit your needs and budget. You can expect quality service at competitive rates and personable experienced technicians that treat your property with care.
"True professionals who bring a wealth of experience and creativity to any tech/AV home setup challenge."
Brandon A on February 2021
HIU is full service audio video sales and installation company. Specializing in automation, network & wifi design/management, video security and low-voltage wiring for residential, commercial, corporate, enterprise and retail projects. Serving the Carolinas, and popular coastal and mountain areas within a few hundred miles. HIU was founded in 2010 when Jeff Janson merged his executive IT career with his passion for audio video. Jeff brings to the table more then twenty five years experience integrating and automating audio video solutions with IT systems. Get it, hook IT up. : ) They also have engineers and programmers that can address any size network and automation system on the market. From the family room to the boardroom and beyond. They listen and provide solid simple solutions that fit your needs and budget. You can expect quality service at competitive rates and personable experienced technicians that treat your property with care.
"True professionals who bring a wealth of experience and creativity to any tech/AV home setup challenge."
Brandon A on February 2021
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts
In many cases, you’ll need a permit or basic inspection to install one of these large generators. Since they include significant alterations to your home electrical system and many produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require jumping through a few hoops for general safety purposes. Your installer may be able to help you with these permits.
As long as they have enough fuel, whole-house generators can run for weeks at a time (400 to 500 hours) without suffering too much wear and tear. However, this type of extensive use isn’t ideal if you want to extend the life of your generator.
Two important points. First, some generators may need you to periodically check oil levels every day or so and refill as necessary for safe operation. Second, if your generator uses a fuel tank, keep it regularly full so it doesn’t suddenly shut off. Many backup generators can run through a full tank in a day when they are powering large portions of a home.
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.
No, you shouldn’t use an extension cord to plug a generator directly into your home without using a transfer switch. That’s because systems like pumps and HVAC fans need a steady power source that might not be available directly from your generator alone. If you bypass the circuit breaker box, you risk damaging your electrical system, creating a risk of electrical fire or electrical shock to you or any workers repairing lines on your local electrical grid.
If you’re wondering if you can use your electric vehicle as a backup battery, it depends on whether your EV is compatible with bidirectional charging. This technology allows energy to flow both ways, enabling vehicle-to-home (V2H) backup power, vehicle-to-load (V2L) for appliances and camping, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) to support the power grid. Compatible EVs convert stored DC energy into usable AC power, helping reduce energy costs and enhance grid stability while providing emergency backup power.
The Avon, 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.
If you’re investing in a large power alternative for your home, it deserves the right fuel for your job. Here are the top options for a whole home generator.
