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Precinct Electrical

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Precinct Electrical

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3 years of experience

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.

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.


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W B Lightning Rods

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W B Lightning Rods

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Super Service Award
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Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
200 local quotes requested

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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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

5.00(
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 local quotes requested

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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Jennings Lightning Protection

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Jennings Lightning Protection

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46 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

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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Cardinal Electric & Communications Inc

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Cardinal Electric & Communications Inc

4.91(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
86 local quotes requested

We are a local Electrical company capable of handling any job big or small all while maintaining the best Quality around! We have a Satisfaction Guarantee. We work extremely hard to keep our good name & reviews. Family owned business with 4-5 employees who are all dedicated to the company. We have 25+ years experience in Electrical Remodel, Troubleshooting, custom home & New construction. We service All Triad areas. We specialize in Service work Yet can handle commercial projects as well. We are also a Certified Generac Generator Dealer and Servicer.

"The communication from the office was wonderful. The technician arrived late, but apologized. Did put up the fan. However, the only reason they didn’t get a five star rating as he did not ask me what size downrod I wanted and installed the longer one and I wanted the shorter one. When I asked him, he said it’s too late to change it now. However, he was courteous and kind. Just didn’t follow through on what I had asked because he said it would take too much to change it."

Lillian L on October 2025

We are a local Electrical company capable of handling any job big or small all while maintaining the best Quality around! We have a Satisfaction Guarantee. We work extremely hard to keep our good name & reviews. Family owned business with 4-5 employees who are all dedicated to the company. We have 25+ years experience in Electrical Remodel, Troubleshooting, custom home & New construction. We service All Triad areas. We specialize in Service work Yet can handle commercial projects as well. We are also a Certified Generac Generator Dealer and Servicer.

"The communication from the office was wonderful. The technician arrived late, but apologized. Did put up the fan. However, the only reason they didn’t get a five star rating as he did not ask me what size downrod I wanted and installed the longer one and I wanted the shorter one. When I asked him, he said it’s too late to change it now. However, he was courteous and kind. Just didn’t follow through on what I had asked because he said it would take too much to change it."

Lillian L on October 2025


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Continental Engines

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Continental Engines

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57 years of experience

For 55 years, Continental Engines has provided engine and power generation solutions at the distributor level across the East Coast. Continental Engines carries multiple Generator brands to choose from, such as Kohler, and services all of the Carolinas and Georgia. We install, service and provide maintenance for all generators.

For 55 years, Continental Engines has provided engine and power generation solutions at the distributor level across the East Coast. Continental Engines carries multiple Generator brands to choose from, such as Kohler, and services all of the Carolinas and Georgia. We install, service and provide maintenance for all generators.


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Mabe's Electrical & Home Improvement

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Mabe's Electrical & Home Improvement

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

I have been doing electrical work for over 20 years and enjoy it and making my customers happy. I have over 20 5 star reviews on google. We provide all types of electrical services from generators to LED disc lighting. We are a small company that takes pride in our work and quality service.

"running great! will not hesitate to use this company again."

Alice C on May 2020

I have been doing electrical work for over 20 years and enjoy it and making my customers happy. I have over 20 5 star reviews on google. We provide all types of electrical services from generators to LED disc lighting. We are a small company that takes pride in our work and quality service.

"running great! will not hesitate to use this company again."

Alice C on May 2020


Generator Maintenance Pros

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Generator Maintenance Pros

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9 years of experience

$225 FULL ANNUAL MAINT SVC AIR-COOLED GENERATORS - Senior & Veteran Discounts * Authorized GENERAC Residential SALES & SERVICE/REPAIR DEALER * Direct Provider-to-Homeowner generator maintenance service and repair/warranty service * Partner to generator sales/install only electrical companies who do not provide generator maintenance and warranty repair service * Generator industry knowledge provider to local real estate agents to develop best practices in marketing/managing homes with standby generators

$225 FULL ANNUAL MAINT SVC AIR-COOLED GENERATORS - Senior & Veteran Discounts * Authorized GENERAC Residential SALES & SERVICE/REPAIR DEALER * Direct Provider-to-Homeowner generator maintenance service and repair/warranty service * Partner to generator sales/install only electrical companies who do not provide generator maintenance and warranty repair service * Generator industry knowledge provider to local real estate agents to develop best practices in marketing/managing homes with standby generators


Mount Airy Oil & Gas Company

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Mount Airy Oil & Gas Company

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61 years of experience

Mount Airy Oil & Gas Company: providing prompt, professional fuel delivery and services. We are committed to customer satisfaction and safety. Our team of delivery and service professionals are trained and insured. We provide heating solutions that are affordable and keep you comfortable a year long.

Mount Airy Oil & Gas Company: providing prompt, professional fuel delivery and services. We are committed to customer satisfaction and safety. Our team of delivery and service professionals are trained and insured. We provide heating solutions that are affordable and keep you comfortable a year long.


Full service electrical contractor. We service and repair lighting, generators, service upgrades we respond to all service calls.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures safe and proper electrical connections.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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