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Avatar for W B Lightning Rods

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
25 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.

4.83(
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Mister Sparky by Wise Electric Control, Inc.

4.83(
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Customers say: True professional
38 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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Coleman Electrical LLC

4.97(
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Coleman Electrical LLC

4.97(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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."

Ray F on July 2025

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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
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Mid America Lightning Protection

4.74(
83
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
57 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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JASKA Electric, LLC

5.00(
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JASKA Electric, LLC

5.00(
12
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our mission at Jaska Electric LLC is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! Jaska Electric LLC stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

"We needed an electrician fast for an issue we had affecting our whole house. He came quickly the same day and checked the entire electrical system in our home. Diagnosed the issue quickly as a problem outside the home with the main feed from Duke Energy and advised us to contact them and told us what to say. He could have charged us an arm and a leg, but was extremely reasonable for the amount of time and effort he took diagnosing the issue. He even fixed a few unrelated problems in the home while he was here at the house. He went well above and beyond what he had to do and even called the next day to check and make sure we had power restored! I will definitely recommend him to anyone and everyone I know in the future."

Eric E on April 2025

Our mission at Jaska Electric LLC is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! Jaska Electric LLC stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

"We needed an electrician fast for an issue we had affecting our whole house. He came quickly the same day and checked the entire electrical system in our home. Diagnosed the issue quickly as a problem outside the home with the main feed from Duke Energy and advised us to contact them and told us what to say. He could have charged us an arm and a leg, but was extremely reasonable for the amount of time and effort he took diagnosing the issue. He even fixed a few unrelated problems in the home while he was here at the house. He went well above and beyond what he had to do and even called the next day to check and make sure we had power restored! I will definitely recommend him to anyone and everyone I know in the future."

Eric E on April 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
62 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

J. N. Greene Electrical Contracting Inc.

5.00(
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J. N. Greene Electrical Contracting Inc.

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

I started as a Master Electrician in the early 90's and continued to provide superb services to surrounding communities. At company , our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

"Tim and his team are top notch. Very professional, courteous and fair. Our new go-to electricians!"

Brian K on June 2023

I started as a Master Electrician in the early 90's and continued to provide superb services to surrounding communities. At company , our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

"Tim and his team are top notch. Very professional, courteous and fair. Our new go-to electricians!"

Brian K on June 2023

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Madrid Projects LLC

5.00(
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Madrid Projects LLC

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

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!

"Install went smoothly good and I'm very satisfied. I hope to use Pablo again soon . I would highly recommend"

Paula G on August 2024

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!

"Install went smoothly good and I'm very satisfied. I hope to use Pablo again soon . I would highly recommend"

Paula G on August 2024

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Reece Electrical Inc.

5.00(
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Reece Electrical Inc.

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

We are a Third Generation Family Owned Electrical Business located in Spartanburg, South Carolina Since 1975. Reece Electric Inc. can help you with your Residential, Commercial, or Industrial Electric needs. We have experience installing Main Service Panels/ Meter Bases, Machine Controls, Inverter Installations, Generator Installations and Troubleshooting. Give us a Call at (864) 578-7323.

"Our electrical is a little outdated and the electrician was able to perform the task very professionally."

Scott F on October 2024

We are a Third Generation Family Owned Electrical Business located in Spartanburg, South Carolina Since 1975. Reece Electric Inc. can help you with your Residential, Commercial, or Industrial Electric needs. We have experience installing Main Service Panels/ Meter Bases, Machine Controls, Inverter Installations, Generator Installations and Troubleshooting. Give us a Call at (864) 578-7323.

"Our electrical is a little outdated and the electrician was able to perform the task very professionally."

Scott F on October 2024

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Gentry Electrical Solutions LLC

5.00(
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Gentry Electrical Solutions LLC

5.00(
7
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Super Service Award
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Gentry Electrical Solutions, we provide expert electrical installation, repair, and maintenance for homes and businesses in Morganton, NC. We prioritize quality craftsmanship and use only top-tier materials to ensure lasting, reliable solutions. Unlike contractors who cut corners, we treat every project with the care it deserves—just as if it were our own.

"Arrived on time Did what I wanted and charged a very reasonable rate. Would used again"

Larry F on December 2025

At Gentry Electrical Solutions, we provide expert electrical installation, repair, and maintenance for homes and businesses in Morganton, NC. We prioritize quality craftsmanship and use only top-tier materials to ensure lasting, reliable solutions. Unlike contractors who cut corners, we treat every project with the care it deserves—just as if it were our own.

"Arrived on time Did what I wanted and charged a very reasonable rate. Would used again"

Larry F on December 2025

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

While standby generators provide essential backup power, they can fail when you need them most due to lack of maintenance, fuel supply issues, dead batteries, electrical problems, or improper installation. To avoid costly failures, professional installation and regular maintenance are crucial. Licensed technicians ensure safety, uphold warranty requirements, comply with regulations, and provide expert servicing.

It’s usually better to repair your generator if it isn’t working properly, as it will typically be much more affordable and should yield similar results. Generator repairs cost around $300 on average, while installing a new whole-house generator costs around $5,000 on average. The only exception is if you know your generator is reaching the end of its useful life, usually between 30 and 40 years. If you have an older generator, you could face multiple repairs in the coming years, which might mean that a full replacement will be more cost-effective over time.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

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.

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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