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Buckingham Electric, Inc.

4.78(
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Buckingham Electric, Inc.

4.78(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Our company is licensed and insured for a;; Electrical & Solar Services, and we’re proud to say that we provide 1 year workmanship warranty to each of our customers, as well as our installed manufacturer’s warranty. Buckingham Electric & Solar is an Asheville NC based electrical service provider, and we are confident to say that we are the right company for you! We are a 3 generation owned and operated company and have been in business in Asheville NC since 2005, we also provide our professional electrician services in Black Mountain, Waynesville and all surrounding areas. As a top quality service electrician, our prices are competitive and affordable!

"Never actually came out to do quote"

Damian A on April 2025

Our company is licensed and insured for a;; Electrical & Solar Services, and we’re proud to say that we provide 1 year workmanship warranty to each of our customers, as well as our installed manufacturer’s warranty. Buckingham Electric & Solar is an Asheville NC based electrical service provider, and we are confident to say that we are the right company for you! We are a 3 generation owned and operated company and have been in business in Asheville NC since 2005, we also provide our professional electrician services in Black Mountain, Waynesville and all surrounding areas. As a top quality service electrician, our prices are competitive and affordable!

"Never actually came out to do quote"

Damian A on April 2025


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Sound Solutions of WNC, LLC

5.00(
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Sound Solutions of WNC, LLC

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

Sound Solutions of WNC, 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 customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please allow us to provide you with a sound solution to your technical needs.

"Very accommodating with scheduling. Showed up when he said he would. Put shoe covers on when entering my house. Very professional and knowledgeable."

Michael K on December 2019

Sound Solutions of WNC, 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 customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please allow us to provide you with a sound solution to your technical needs.

"Very accommodating with scheduling. Showed up when he said he would. Put shoe covers on when entering my house. Very professional and knowledgeable."

Michael K on December 2019


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Total Tech Solutions, LLC

4.95(
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Total Tech Solutions, LLC

4.95(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Total Tech Solutions, LLC is committed to excellence 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 customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Extremely knowledgeable in all areas of electronics and TV installations... Additionally installed Ring doorbell and patiently gave lessons on it's use... I would trust him with any electronics task..."

Philip S on May 2024

Total Tech Solutions, LLC is committed to excellence 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 customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Extremely knowledgeable in all areas of electronics and TV installations... Additionally installed Ring doorbell and patiently gave lessons on it's use... I would trust him with any electronics task..."

Philip S on May 2024


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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
24 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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A-1 Services Inc

4.85(
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A-1 Services Inc

4.85(
27
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 years of experience

Same Day Service and Emergency Available. A-1 Service was established in 1996, family owned and operated. Specializing in providing the highest standards of electrical and gas repairs in the Buncombe and eastern Haywood County. Jim Frazier is the Qualifying Agent, a certified master electrician. With over three decades of experience he has been with A-1 Service since its inception. Since 1978 Jim’s reputation of hard work and dedication has served him well. A-1 Service is dedicated to the same high standards. We look at service as our main focus, we are able to confidently offer experienced Electricians A-1 Service has thousands of satisfied customers in Buncombe and eastern Haywood County. There will be a Master Electrician on site daily for every job. Both commercial and residential consumers have come to trust and have complete confidence in A-1 Service’s ability to take care of all their electrical needs. Whether you need Design and Consultation services with a 100% refundable fee, Turn-key installation of new systems or alterations and retro-fitting of older systems, you can trust A-1 Service to find the most cost-effective way to meet all your electrical needs.

"Great standup guy. Would definitely use him again and recommend him highly."

Misae G on July 2025

Same Day Service and Emergency Available. A-1 Service was established in 1996, family owned and operated. Specializing in providing the highest standards of electrical and gas repairs in the Buncombe and eastern Haywood County. Jim Frazier is the Qualifying Agent, a certified master electrician. With over three decades of experience he has been with A-1 Service since its inception. Since 1978 Jim’s reputation of hard work and dedication has served him well. A-1 Service is dedicated to the same high standards. We look at service as our main focus, we are able to confidently offer experienced Electricians A-1 Service has thousands of satisfied customers in Buncombe and eastern Haywood County. There will be a Master Electrician on site daily for every job. Both commercial and residential consumers have come to trust and have complete confidence in A-1 Service’s ability to take care of all their electrical needs. Whether you need Design and Consultation services with a 100% refundable fee, Turn-key installation of new systems or alterations and retro-fitting of older systems, you can trust A-1 Service to find the most cost-effective way to meet all your electrical needs.

"Great standup guy. Would definitely use him again and recommend him highly."

Misae G on July 2025


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Bluegrass Electrical LLC

4.94(
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Bluegrass Electrical LLC

4.94(
17
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest. Call today

"Bluegrass Electrical did a great job installing our home car charger. Showed up on time, did a great job, and charged us less than I thought it would cost. I highly recommend them."

Bob H on September 2025

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest. Call today

"Bluegrass Electrical did a great job installing our home car charger. Showed up on time, did a great job, and charged us less than I thought it would cost. I highly recommend them."

Bob H on September 2025


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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
56 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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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
61 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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James Tracy Electric, LLC

5.00(
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James Tracy Electric, LLC

5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"If I could give James a 10, I would. He installed a new tracking system with brighter lights for my art studio, a new light fixture with a brighter light for my bathroom and a front door security camera doorbell. Just amazingly sincere and very eager to please. You can just tell that he is a good all -round guy. I had hired 3 separate contractors for other jobs this summer and he is the ONLY one who showed up on time AND on the day he said he would and who completed the job to a high standard. Itâ s too bad he cannot clone himself so he can do plumbing, contracting, tile work and so on. Thank you very much. James."

Veronica H on August 2023

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"If I could give James a 10, I would. He installed a new tracking system with brighter lights for my art studio, a new light fixture with a brighter light for my bathroom and a front door security camera doorbell. Just amazingly sincere and very eager to please. You can just tell that he is a good all -round guy. I had hired 3 separate contractors for other jobs this summer and he is the ONLY one who showed up on time AND on the day he said he would and who completed the job to a high standard. Itâ s too bad he cannot clone himself so he can do plumbing, contracting, tile work and so on. Thank you very much. James."

Veronica H on August 2023


Blue Ridge Electric

5.00(
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Blue Ridge Electric

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
5 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 the start to the 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.

"It was a great experience. Great follow-through with the appointment set-up. Installer came on time and did an excellent job."

Dean S on August 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 the start to the 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.

"It was a great experience. Great follow-through with the appointment set-up. Installer came on time and did an excellent job."

Dean S on August 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A 10,000-watt generator can run a small to mid-sized central AC unit (typically up to 3 tons or 36,000 BTU) along with a few other appliances. However, larger AC units or additional loads will require a bigger generator. Consult a local generator installer to ensure you add the correct size generator to your home.

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.

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

Yes, installing a generator usually increases your property value because buyers are getting the added peace of mind knowing they’ll be able to maintain power through blackouts. In most cases, you should see close to a 100% return on investment (ROI). Keep in mind that home generators usually need a permanent foundation, and installing a concrete slab will likely raise your property taxes slightly.

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.

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