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Lightbourne's Electric

4.94(
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Lightbourne's Electric

4.94(
68
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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. Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Top notch young man! Did work as promised and was very professional not to mention a great work ethic! Definitely would hire him again!"

Kathy S on November 2025

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. Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Top notch young man! Did work as promised and was very professional not to mention a great work ethic! Definitely would hire him again!"

Kathy S on November 2025


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Right Electrical Services, LLC

4.90(
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Right Electrical Services, LLC

4.90(
78
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

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!"

Jim R on May 2025


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Bear Electrical Services, LLC

4.83(
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Bear Electrical Services, LLC

4.83(
82
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

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!"

William K on November 2025


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Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC.

4.72(
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Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric LLC.

4.72(
256
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
75 years of experience

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!

"very professional and the service was fantastic"

Erma J on March 2023


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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
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W B Lightning Rods

4.93(
297
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 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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CMC Electric

4.67(
482
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CMC Electric

4.67(
482
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

CMC Electric has served the Electrical & Generator needs of residents and businesses in the Triangle area and beyond since 2006... Our full list of services include everything from minor fixes to major renovations and installations. That means we're ready to handle all your needs, no matter how simple or complex. We believe you won't find a more capable team of technicians anywhere around. From a blown fuse to a faulty outlet or a new addition to your home, you can count on CMC Electric for any type of electrical work as well as generator installations and maintenance.

"They were overpricing their job."

Les K on December 2025

CMC Electric has served the Electrical & Generator needs of residents and businesses in the Triangle area and beyond since 2006... Our full list of services include everything from minor fixes to major renovations and installations. That means we're ready to handle all your needs, no matter how simple or complex. We believe you won't find a more capable team of technicians anywhere around. From a blown fuse to a faulty outlet or a new addition to your home, you can count on CMC Electric for any type of electrical work as well as generator installations and maintenance.

"They were overpricing their job."

Les K on December 2025


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Good Job Construction

5.00(
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Good Job Construction

5.00(
15
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

You can depend on Good Job Construction to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate! Text for faster response. 15+ years experience. https://diazpaint.com/

"Great job on removing popcorn ceiling and repairing spot on ceiling. Would highly recommend this company."

Glen G on August 2025

You can depend on Good Job Construction to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate! Text for faster response. 15+ years experience. https://diazpaint.com/

"Great job on removing popcorn ceiling and repairing spot on ceiling. Would highly recommend this company."

Glen G on August 2025


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Touch Communications

5.00(
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Touch Communications

5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

Welcome to Touch Communications! Touch Communication is a IT consulting, project management and field support organization. We specialize in Computer Information Systems, AV Technology, CCTV Installation and Integration Solutions. Our team consist of years of trained and talented managers, engineers, and technicians possessing formal and Hands-on experience. Our professionals discipline area of expertise are Systems Deployment, CCTV ,Systems Networking, System Support, AV/ IT Consulting, Hardware Design, Installation and Maintenance. Projects includes national banking systems deployment, data center roll-outs and maintenance, healthcare compliance support systems, retail support and break-fix. Our client rely on Touch Communication to deliver professional on time support results across array markets to satisfy client and enduser expectations. Give us a call. We look forward to serving you!

"It was wonderful they came in and did the job and we're please"

Andrew M on September 2025

Welcome to Touch Communications! Touch Communication is a IT consulting, project management and field support organization. We specialize in Computer Information Systems, AV Technology, CCTV Installation and Integration Solutions. Our team consist of years of trained and talented managers, engineers, and technicians possessing formal and Hands-on experience. Our professionals discipline area of expertise are Systems Deployment, CCTV ,Systems Networking, System Support, AV/ IT Consulting, Hardware Design, Installation and Maintenance. Projects includes national banking systems deployment, data center roll-outs and maintenance, healthcare compliance support systems, retail support and break-fix. Our client rely on Touch Communication to deliver professional on time support results across array markets to satisfy client and enduser expectations. Give us a call. We look forward to serving you!

"It was wonderful they came in and did the job and we're please"

Andrew M on September 2025


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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
83
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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
83
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
57 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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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

5.00(
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
62 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

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You may need a permit for a portable generator if you’ll be installing a transfer switch for your primary residence or similar work. Otherwise, a permit for other uses may not be necessary. Check your local building codes or ask a local generator installer for more information about your local regulations.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

It is safe to run a generator continuously, but you must follow safety protocols to ensure personal and home safety. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specific recommendations, but the general recommendation is to turn generators off overnight or when you’re away from the house. Overworked generators can pose a fire hazard and if your generator is not in a well-ventilated area, running it continuously could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

Generator size requirements vary wildly among properties, but typical generator sizes are listed below based on home square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20kW+

Unfortunately, home square footage isn’t always a good indicator of generator size requirements. Instead, you should call in a professional to discuss which items in your home you’d like to run via your generator. They can calculate peak and average consumption for those items and then size your generator appropriately for optimal performance.

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. 

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