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Avatar for Underdog Electric LLC
Underdog Electric LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Columbus, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"James is the FIRST electrician to respond to our numerous attempts to secure an electrician since we moved here 5 years ago! His knowledge and flawless customer service have guaranteed him to be our ONLY electrician. He diagnosed and repaired what he was asked to and even took it a step further! WELL DONE JAMES!"
Porch receptacles
Porch receptacles
Porch receptacles
Temp poles
Temp poles

+131

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Surface Bella, LLC
3.9(
75
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Serving Columbus, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quite honestly, this was not the lowest cost proposal I received for this project. If it wasn't for Ron I would have awarded the work to someone else. But Ron convinced me that there was a price for quality, and that I could trust them to deliver. I made the RIGHT decision. The installation is beautiful. Better than the original roof. When they arrived, they worked non-stop. When the project was complete, they cleaned up better than it was when they arrived. There was never a question on what was included in the price, and the workmanship is exquisite. big 5 stars."
Dangerous steps
Previous deck boards
New Step stringer
New Zuri Deck Boards
New steps completed

+46

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
154 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Never Dark Power Solutions LLC
4.9(
17
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Serving Columbus, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great Communications ... Knowledgeable ... Quoted work in advance ... Easy to schedule ... Arrived on time ... completed the work promptly and effectively. Highly recommended for residential generator repair / service or install.."
22 KW Generac Guardian
Generac Guardian 22KW Air Cooled Unit
Turn Key Installation
Campobello
Generac 22KW Guardian

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Timco Solutions LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Columbus, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Timco- Powering Your Success with Reliable Electrical Solutions At Timco Solutions, we specialize in providing high-quality electrical services to both residential and commercial clients. With years of experience in the industry, our team of certified electricians is dedicated to delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective solutions tailored to meet your unique needs. From simple repairs to complex installations, we are equipped to handle a wide range of electrical projects, ensuring that your systems are always running smoothly. Our commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction, and timely service makes us the trusted choice for all your electrical requirements.

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Freshour Electrical Service
3.3(
10
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Serving Columbus, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Freshour Electrical Service provides quality service for your home. We sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. Call today!

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Beautiful Split Level Home North Post Rd. Shelby
Kitty Pool

+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jovan's Mobile Lube
5.0(
5
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Serving Columbus, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I called Jovan's Mobile Lube after doing a google search for a mechanic. He was very courteous on the phone and gave me a g
\reat quote to check and then replace my brakes. Jovan scheduled me in for the next day. He came to my home on my day off, which was very convenient. If you want to job done right, fast, and affordable I highly recommend Jovan's Mobile Lube. he is now my #1 mechanic!
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

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.

A 1,500 square foot home will likely need a 15kW to 20kW generator. When deciding on whole-house generator size, add up the total wattage of the devices that you’d like to continue running during a power outage. That way, you can ensure you purchase a generator that can power your necessary appliances or medical equipment during an electrical emergency.

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.

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.

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