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OBXtroniX, LLC

4.98(
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OBXtroniX, LLC

4.98(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

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"

Michael R on November 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
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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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
83
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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(
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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


Bryan Oroson Electric

5.00(
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Bryan Oroson Electric

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

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!

"excellent"

Michelle D on May 2018


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EH Tech Services, LLC

5.00(
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EH Tech Services, LLC

5.00(
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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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].

"They were prompt, efficient and courteous. I was consulted as to how I wanted things installed and it was done exactly as I asked"

Warren N on January 2026

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].

"They were prompt, efficient and courteous. I was consulted as to how I wanted things installed and it was done exactly as I asked"

Warren N on January 2026


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Jennings Lightning Protection

5.00(
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Jennings Lightning Protection

5.00(
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11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!!"

mary h on May 2025


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Masterpiece Windows

4.98(
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Masterpiece Windows

4.98(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

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."

Brendan W on November 2024


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Alexander Technical Resources

4.74(
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Alexander Technical Resources

4.74(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

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!"

Jan C on February 2019


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HOOK-IT-UP

4.93(
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HOOK-IT-UP

4.93(
244
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

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 than twenty five years experience integrating and automating audio video solutions with IT systems. Get it, hook IT up. : ) 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 than twenty five years experience integrating and automating audio video solutions with IT systems. Get it, hook IT up. : ) 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

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. 

Energy output depends on turbine size, average wind speed at your site, and system efficiency. A 5 kW turbine in a good wind location can generate 8,000 to 12,000 kilowatt-hours per year, which may cover a large portion of an average home’s needs. Accurate output estimates require a professional wind assessment and a review of your household’s energy usage patterns.

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.

While diesel is relatively stable, it won’t last nearly as long as propane and you may have to replace it if it sits unused for too long. Diesel can sometimes struggle to work efficiently or start engines during especially cold weather, so it’s not the best choice for every climate. Compared to fuels like propane and natural gas, diesel generators tend to be noisier and create more exhaust, which isn’t always ideal for home use.

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

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