Frustrated with your power going out? Electricians and contractors at Gowdy Electric provide quality electrical services to keep your home or business running in Charlotte.
"The technician who came out was very helpful and knowledgeable. Addressed the problem very quickly. Highly recommend this company"
Ashley B on May 2022
Frustrated with your power going out? Electricians and contractors at Gowdy Electric provide quality electrical services to keep your home or business running in Charlotte.
"The technician who came out was very helpful and knowledgeable. Addressed the problem very quickly. Highly recommend this company"
Licensed & Bonded Electrician company. We do residential work, including repair and upgrades to homes. We believe in quality work and spending the necessary time to do things correctly. We use quality parts such as Siemens, GE, Square D, and Cutler Hammer.
"They did a phenomenal job! The quality of their work and customer service was great."
Jerrica J on March 2025
Licensed & Bonded Electrician company. We do residential work, including repair and upgrades to homes. We believe in quality work and spending the necessary time to do things correctly. We use quality parts such as Siemens, GE, Square D, and Cutler Hammer.
"They did a phenomenal job! The quality of their work and customer service was great."
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."
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."
Electricity makes the modern world go round. When your power shorts out, call Mr. Electric of Gastonia, NC for quick and convenient repairs. We offer our electrical expertise in Gastonia and the surrounding area. Your home or business is in good hands, whether you are hoping to overhaul the wiring or install ceiling fans. Our promise to you is the best work, whether your needs are common or complicated. We represent solutions with pride. We do a free complementary home safety inspection to make sure your home is electrically sound and is up to current NEC code. Veteran, Senior Citizen, and First Responder's receive 10% discount.
"Our electrician Daniel was amazing he was on time and got the job done in no time. He was very nice and knowledgeable about the services that I needed done. Thank you very much."
Melanie G on April 2024
Electricity makes the modern world go round. When your power shorts out, call Mr. Electric of Gastonia, NC for quick and convenient repairs. We offer our electrical expertise in Gastonia and the surrounding area. Your home or business is in good hands, whether you are hoping to overhaul the wiring or install ceiling fans. Our promise to you is the best work, whether your needs are common or complicated. We represent solutions with pride. We do a free complementary home safety inspection to make sure your home is electrically sound and is up to current NEC code. Veteran, Senior Citizen, and First Responder's receive 10% discount.
"Our electrician Daniel was amazing he was on time and got the job done in no time. He was very nice and knowledgeable about the services that I needed done. Thank you very much."
Our mission is to provide safe, reliable, and affordable electrical services to our community. We strive to exceed our customers' expectations by delivering quality workmanship and exceptional customer service.We are a family and veteran owned small business. Our team of licensed electricians are highly skilled and experienced in all aspects of electrical work. We invest in ongoing training and education to ensure that we stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and techniques.We offer a wide range of electrical services including wiring and rewiring, generator installation, lighting design, and more. Whether you need a simple repair or a complex installation, we've got you covered. Call9804366061
"Very efficient company, great communication, on time, quality.
I would hire them in a heartbeat again."
Ray F on July 2025
Our mission is to provide safe, reliable, and affordable electrical services to our community. We strive to exceed our customers' expectations by delivering quality workmanship and exceptional customer service.We are a family and veteran owned small business. Our team of licensed electricians are highly skilled and experienced in all aspects of electrical work. We invest in ongoing training and education to ensure that we stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and techniques.We offer a wide range of electrical services including wiring and rewiring, generator installation, lighting design, and more. Whether you need a simple repair or a complex installation, we've got you covered. Call9804366061
"Very efficient company, great communication, on time, quality.
I would hire them in a heartbeat again."
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."
At AC/DC Electrical LLC we are an experienced and highly-recommended contractor serving the electrical needs of all types of commercial properties from remodeling to new construction, inspections, electrical maintenance, and troubleshooting. We’re specialists in the service and installation of electrical systems, and have a comprehensive knowledge of new technologies, as well as systems that have been installed for years. We are licensed, bonded and insured. WE DON'T DO FREE QUOTE'S
"Absolutely. He's honest and trustworthy and did a great job installing a ceiling fan and ceiling light. I would recommend him highly,!"
Susan S on September 2025
At AC/DC Electrical LLC we are an experienced and highly-recommended contractor serving the electrical needs of all types of commercial properties from remodeling to new construction, inspections, electrical maintenance, and troubleshooting. We’re specialists in the service and installation of electrical systems, and have a comprehensive knowledge of new technologies, as well as systems that have been installed for years. We are licensed, bonded and insured. WE DON'T DO FREE QUOTE'S
"Absolutely. He's honest and trustworthy and did a great job installing a ceiling fan and ceiling light. I would recommend him highly,!"
Crawford Electrical Services LLC is your trusted, locally owned electrical contractor, built on pride, integrity, and unmatched attention to detail. We don’t just do the job — we do it right. Experience the Crawford difference. Call us today!
"Mr Crawford was kind, quick and professional. He answered all questions and was very informative. "
Kyandra G on October 2025
Crawford Electrical Services LLC is your trusted, locally owned electrical contractor, built on pride, integrity, and unmatched attention to detail. We don’t just do the job — we do it right. Experience the Crawford difference. Call us today!
"Mr Crawford was kind, quick and professional. He answered all questions and was very informative. "
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
Setting up utilities on a vacant property usually takes at least a few months, or between 6 weeks to 16 weeks. This process requires working with the local planning and zoning department, hiring a building contractor or engineer to design the utility layout, securing permits, laying the lines, and connecting the utilities.
A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.
These advanced generators use a key fob or a smartphone app to remotely start, which is ideal for getting power back on immediately without venturing outside. This feature is more common on whole home generators, but you may be able to find it on large portable generators, too.
No, this is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and you should never attempt it. If you connect your generator to your home without a transfer switch, the generated power can backfeed, essentially flowing back into the utility lines. Backfeeding exposes a significant threat of fatalities or harm to you and utility personnel, in addition to jeopardizing the structural integrity of your home.
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.
The Crouse, NC homeowners’ guide to generator installs
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