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Avatar for Walker Electrical Service L.L.C.

Walker Electrical Service L.L.C.

5.00(
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Walker Electrical Service L.L.C.

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Walker Electrical Service is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals has years of hands-on experience to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, and we pay close attention to the details of each project we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today to schedule your free estimate!!

"Walker electric service did a very professional job. They arrived on time as scheduled and wasted no time getting started connecting electricity to our new storage building. They added three outlets and installed a large overhead light and switches for the light at both doors. Everything was left very neat and clean. We were very pleased with their service and would recommend them for anyone."

Ray A on August 2025

Walker Electrical Service is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals has years of hands-on experience to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, and we pay close attention to the details of each project we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today to schedule your free estimate!!

"Walker electric service did a very professional job. They arrived on time as scheduled and wasted no time getting started connecting electricity to our new storage building. They added three outlets and installed a large overhead light and switches for the light at both doors. Everything was left very neat and clean. We were very pleased with their service and would recommend them for anyone."

Ray A on August 2025

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W B Lightning Rods

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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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Mister Sparky by Wise Electric Control, Inc.

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Mister Sparky by Wise Electric Control, Inc.

4.83(
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Customers say: True professional
37 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Mister Sparky by Wise Electric Control, Inc. has been serving the Charlotte area for over 30 years. We promise prompt and professional service to all of our customers. We look forward to solving all your electrical repair, installation and service needs. Call us now to schedule an appointment.

"We needed new panels in garage and house and to get everything up to code and made safe. Every outlet was worked on and some light fixtures changed. Technician was here for 7 days and was the most pleasant person, a lot of work was done. He had someone helping him out. I always knew when they were on the way and I was always asked if I had questions. I can only say good things about the company and today the inspector came and everything passed."

Lisette p on December 2025

Mister Sparky by Wise Electric Control, Inc. has been serving the Charlotte area for over 30 years. We promise prompt and professional service to all of our customers. We look forward to solving all your electrical repair, installation and service needs. Call us now to schedule an appointment.

"We needed new panels in garage and house and to get everything up to code and made safe. Every outlet was worked on and some light fixtures changed. Technician was here for 7 days and was the most pleasant person, a lot of work was done. He had someone helping him out. I always knew when they were on the way and I was always asked if I had questions. I can only say good things about the company and today the inspector came and everything passed."

Lisette p on December 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

A.C. Howard Electric & Maintenance

5.00(
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A.C. Howard Electric & Maintenance

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Our mission is to be a electrical contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Arrived on time and was quick with the work. Great communication throughout. Would hire again. "

Mike P on November 2025

Our mission is to be a electrical contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Arrived on time and was quick with the work. Great communication throughout. Would hire again. "

Mike P 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
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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Greenwing Electrical

5.00(
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Greenwing Electrical

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
Emergency services offered

Greenwing Electric is an electrical Installation and Service Provider in the Mooresville area with over 25 years of electrical experience. Owner operated We specialize in jobs that the larger companies don't want. We also service HVAC Systems and specialized electrical installations

"Amazing work and work ethic. This company represents honesty, intergrity and a drive to make sure the job is done right the first time! From start to finish Jason was there I can not express enough how amazing I think this company is! You want the job done and done right I highly recommend this company!"

Tammy M on August 2024

Greenwing Electric is an electrical Installation and Service Provider in the Mooresville area with over 25 years of electrical experience. Owner operated We specialize in jobs that the larger companies don't want. We also service HVAC Systems and specialized electrical installations

"Amazing work and work ethic. This company represents honesty, intergrity and a drive to make sure the job is done right the first time! From start to finish Jason was there I can not express enough how amazing I think this company is! You want the job done and done right I highly recommend this company!"

Tammy M on August 2024

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Madrid Projects LLC

5.00(
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Madrid Projects LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in handyman and electrical services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Responded quickly, was pleasant and professional, fixed the problem, and explained well all that he was doing. "

thomas p on December 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in handyman and electrical services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Responded quickly, was pleasant and professional, fixed the problem, and explained well all that he was doing. "

thomas p on December 2025

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Mills Electric Company LLC

5.00(
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Mills Electric Company LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Emergency services offered

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! 18 years of experience with electrical work.

"Installed a security doorbell. Great service, clean work, great prices!"

Evan H on July 2024

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! 18 years of experience with electrical work.

"Installed a security doorbell. Great service, clean work, great prices!"

Evan H on July 2024

Mr. Electric of Hickory

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Mr. Electric of Hickory

5.00(
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7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Mr. Electric of Hickory delivers expert residential and commercial electrical solutions with a focus on safety, efficiency, and lasting value. Whether you're upgrading your electrical panel, installing an EV charger, or troubleshooting power issues, our licensed electricians are ready to help. We proudly serve Hickory, Lenoir, Morganton, and nearby communities. Backed by a nationally recognized brand, we offer local expertise and a satisfaction guarantee on every job. Our Specialties Include: EV Charger Installation, Electrical Panel Upgrades & Whole-Home Rewiring, Residential and Commercial Electrical Repairs, Indoor & Outdoor Lighting, Ceiling Fans, Smart Home Devices, Surge Protection, and Safety Inspections & Code Compliance. From modern upgrades to essential repairs, Mr. Electric of Hickory is here for you!

"The team was great and friendly while they did the work. I intend to use this pro for future projects."

Michael M on November 2025

Mr. Electric of Hickory delivers expert residential and commercial electrical solutions with a focus on safety, efficiency, and lasting value. Whether you're upgrading your electrical panel, installing an EV charger, or troubleshooting power issues, our licensed electricians are ready to help. We proudly serve Hickory, Lenoir, Morganton, and nearby communities. Backed by a nationally recognized brand, we offer local expertise and a satisfaction guarantee on every job. Our Specialties Include: EV Charger Installation, Electrical Panel Upgrades & Whole-Home Rewiring, Residential and Commercial Electrical Repairs, Indoor & Outdoor Lighting, Ceiling Fans, Smart Home Devices, Surge Protection, and Safety Inspections & Code Compliance. From modern upgrades to essential repairs, Mr. Electric of Hickory is here for you!

"The team was great and friendly while they did the work. I intend to use this pro for future projects."

Michael M on November 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

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.

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home. 

In many cases, yes. There are models called dual-fuel generators and fuel switches, but only between certain types of fuel. For example, with the right setup you can convert a generator from natural gas to propane. Some allow switching between diesel and gasoline. There are even tri-fuel generators available in some cases, which adds a large layer of security if you are worried about fuel availability in times of crisis. Always check your generator capabilities and manual instructions before trying to switch fuels. Some generators can use another fuel but may need a fuel conversion kit to prep them first.

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.

The typical cost of a home generator is around $5,000, but prices range from $400 up to $13,000, depending on a few factors. The most significant cost factor is the generator size, as larger generators that can support more square footage usually cost more. You can install an emergency backup generator for between $500 and $2,000 or a partial-home generator for between $2,000 and $6,500. Whole-home generators usually total between $5,000 and $13,000, with some models climbing as high as $18,000.

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