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Last update on October 25, 2025

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Watterson Construction

234 Lantern Wick Trail
4.22(
9
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•Approved Pro

Watterson Construction

234 Lantern Wick Trail
4.22(
9
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
1 years of experience

Watterson Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"First off, wouldn't call him a pro. Hired him for a deck rebuild...granted we made changes along the way and the bill increased, which we agreed to...paid him every penny he asked for(even being charged almost $300 to put visqueen on the windows so we could paint... an hour and a half job that he paid his girlfriend, her brother, and a friend for) until he walked off the job because we were being "too picky." His workers damaged siding that he hasn't replaced. He ordered the wrong deck rails. Electrical work as a separate job, he replaced a bathroom fan that doesn't work properly. "

Roberta T on June 2025

Watterson Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"First off, wouldn't call him a pro. Hired him for a deck rebuild...granted we made changes along the way and the bill increased, which we agreed to...paid him every penny he asked for(even being charged almost $300 to put visqueen on the windows so we could paint... an hour and a half job that he paid his girlfriend, her brother, and a friend for) until he walked off the job because we were being "too picky." His workers damaged siding that he hasn't replaced. He ordered the wrong deck rails. Electrical work as a separate job, he replaced a bathroom fan that doesn't work properly. "

Roberta T on June 2025

Walt's Electric Motors

3697 Highway 64 West
4.46(
24
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•Approved Pro

Walt's Electric Motors

3697 Highway 64 West
4.46(
24
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Walt's Electric Motors specializes in generator repair. We have a long history in the industry and would like the opportunity to assist with your generator repair needs. Give us a call today for more information.

"Great customer service from begining up to installation & follow up service and maintenance. Techâ s are extremly knowledgeable and explain the process. Family owned & operated. Best investment for peace of mind for our family & safety. Thank you!"

Marson J on June 2024

Walt's Electric Motors specializes in generator repair. We have a long history in the industry and would like the opportunity to assist with your generator repair needs. Give us a call today for more information.

"Great customer service from begining up to installation & follow up service and maintenance. Techâ s are extremly knowledgeable and explain the process. Family owned & operated. Best investment for peace of mind for our family & safety. Thank you!"

Marson J on June 2024

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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

14350 Mundy Dr. Suite 800
5.00(
9
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•Approved Pro

Hamilton LP Lightning Rods

14350 Mundy Dr. Suite 800
5.00(
9
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
66 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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W B Lightning Rods

560 Peoples Plaza Unit 234
4.93(
297
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•Approved Pro

W B Lightning Rods

560 Peoples Plaza Unit 234
4.93(
297
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
253 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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Total Tech Solutions, LLC

246 Roanoke Road
4.95(
33
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•Approved Pro

Total Tech Solutions, LLC

246 Roanoke Road
4.95(
33
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 local quotes requested

Total Tech Solutions, LLC is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Extremely knowledgeable in all areas of electronics and TV installations... Additionally installed Ring doorbell and patiently gave lessons on it's use... I would trust him with any electronics task..."

Philip S on May 2024

Total Tech Solutions, LLC is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Extremely knowledgeable in all areas of electronics and TV installations... Additionally installed Ring doorbell and patiently gave lessons on it's use... I would trust him with any electronics task..."

Philip S on May 2024

MT Electrical services

1398 Old Chattanooga Pike Southwest
No reviews yet

MT Electrical services

1398 Old Chattanooga Pike Southwest
No reviews yet
12 years of experience

Residential Electrical work, we offer a 24-hour emergency electrical service and we also have an electrical Preventative Maintenace plan we offer. We repair broken electrical systems we troubleshoot and repair issues

Residential Electrical work, we offer a 24-hour emergency electrical service and we also have an electrical Preventative Maintenace plan we offer. We repair broken electrical systems we troubleshoot and repair issues

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Murden Electric LLC

362 Chastain Road
4.50(
2
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Murden Electric LLC

362 Chastain Road
4.50(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Murden Electric LLC out of Murphy North Carolina offers direct customer electrical work as well as generators. What this means for you, it means when you call we answer, it means you can work directly with us for all your needs, and it means you get a dedicated team of electricians to accomplish all of your electrical and generator needs.

"Outstanding! All my questions were answered when asked. He constantly communicated with me about everything. He showed me how we could save money and time by me ordering certain items. Always on time, never lazy and always showed concern for our property. If it took 10 hours to do, it would get done. Extremely knowledgeable and told what he was doing, how he would do it and why. We knew everything that was going to be done and the estimated cost was normally on the mark. Great company, workmanship and as far as we're concerned you couldn't do better."

Dusty R on July 2023

Murden Electric LLC out of Murphy North Carolina offers direct customer electrical work as well as generators. What this means for you, it means when you call we answer, it means you can work directly with us for all your needs, and it means you get a dedicated team of electricians to accomplish all of your electrical and generator needs.

"Outstanding! All my questions were answered when asked. He constantly communicated with me about everything. He showed me how we could save money and time by me ordering certain items. Always on time, never lazy and always showed concern for our property. If it took 10 hours to do, it would get done. Extremely knowledgeable and told what he was doing, how he would do it and why. We knew everything that was going to be done and the estimated cost was normally on the mark. Great company, workmanship and as far as we're concerned you couldn't do better."

Dusty R on July 2023

Absolute Energy Solutions

143 Aiken Rd
5.00(
1
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Absolute Energy Solutions

143 Aiken Rd
5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have 2 employee's. We have been in Business for 2 years. All together we have over 30 years experience. We except Cash or Check for payment. We are also Licensed in S.C. & Georgia.

We have 2 employee's. We have been in Business for 2 years. All together we have over 30 years experience. We except Cash or Check for payment. We are also Licensed in S.C. & Georgia.

MOUNTAIN POWER ELECTRIC

5621 Hwy 64 W
5.00(
2
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MOUNTAIN POWER ELECTRIC

5621 Hwy 64 W
5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

In business since 1980, we offer a complete line of electrical services and specialize in Generac generator sales, installation, service and warranty work for residential and commercial generators. Financing plans are available.

In business since 1980, we offer a complete line of electrical services and specialize in Generac generator sales, installation, service and warranty work for residential and commercial generators. Financing plans are available.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Here’s what you can run with different wattages and types of generators:

Portable generator:

  • 2,000 watts can handle a large appliance like a freezer or refrigerator, plus a few smaller items like phones or computer chargers. 

  • 4,000 watts will keep two large appliances operating and a few smaller devices.

  • 8,000 watts should power most essential appliances and other devices, including a sump pump, well pump, or your dishwasher.

Partial to whole-house generator:

  • 20,000 watts and above will make it seem like your home’s power is still on.

Portable generators provide backup power for essential appliances during outages and are easy to relocate.

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.

Generally, you’ll want to keep between 60 and 70 feet between the generator and the transfer switch. There are a few reasons for this, including:

  • The distance reduces the noise coming from the generator into your home.

  • It increases efficiency because you won’t have a voltage drop from this short of a distance.

  • Prevents carbon monoxide poisoning: keep at least 15 feet between your generator and an open window. 

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.

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