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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


"They responded quickly to initial request. They took time on the phone to discuss what my needs were and to give "possible" scenarios of could be needed and even a general cost of course depending on the actual finds. They were on time, worked very efficiently, kept me updated throughout the process. The final results were beautiful and we love what was done! I would highly recommend them!"

Deidre M on September 2025

OBXtroniX with 23 plus years of experience, we proudly serve our customers with integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are veteran owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"They responded quickly to initial request. They took time on the phone to discuss what my needs were and to give "possible" scenarios of could be needed and even a general cost of course depending on the actual finds. They were on time, worked very efficiently, kept me updated throughout the process. The final results were beautiful and we love what was done! I would highly recommend them!"

Deidre M on September 2025


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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


Russell's American Mechanical

1122 Executive Blvd Ste A
4.78(
794
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Approved Pro

Russell's American Mechanical

1122 Executive Blvd Ste A
4.78(
794
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
255 local quotes requested

Welcome to Russell's and American Mechanical where WE CAN FIX THAT! We offer residential plumbing, HVAC, electrical, generator, and gas line service throughout Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake and the surrounding cities in Hampton Roads. Same day emergency services, priority membership service and the best customer service! Our mission is to provide the highest quality workmanship from professionals you can trust, and our motto is if you have a problem: "We can fix that for you!" Popular Services: - Heating Repair/Installs - A/C Repair/Installs - Drain Unclogging (Clearing) - Water Heater Repairs/Installation - Electrician Repair/Install - Generator Installs

"They came as scheduled and did an excellent job! They arranged a four year 0% interest financing to cover the total cost!"

Joseph K on September 2025

Welcome to Russell's and American Mechanical where WE CAN FIX THAT! We offer residential plumbing, HVAC, electrical, generator, and gas line service throughout Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake and the surrounding cities in Hampton Roads. Same day emergency services, priority membership service and the best customer service! Our mission is to provide the highest quality workmanship from professionals you can trust, and our motto is if you have a problem: "We can fix that for you!" Popular Services: - Heating Repair/Installs - A/C Repair/Installs - Drain Unclogging (Clearing) - Water Heater Repairs/Installation - Electrician Repair/Install - Generator Installs

"They came as scheduled and did an excellent job! They arranged a four year 0% interest financing to cover the total cost!"

Joseph K on September 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.


Castles Electrical

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Castles Electrical

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We are a Family owned local Electrical contracting Company, some of the services we offer are, panel changes/upgrades, new home wiring/ existing home remodeling, additional circuits, generator installation, Solar installation, and light commercial. We serve the greater Hampton Roads area, give us a call for a free quote.

We are a Family owned local Electrical contracting Company, some of the services we offer are, panel changes/upgrades, new home wiring/ existing home remodeling, additional circuits, generator installation, Solar installation, and light commercial. We serve the greater Hampton Roads area, give us a call for a free quote.


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Managed Generator Services

8942 Quioccasin Rd
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Managed Generator Services

8942 Quioccasin Rd
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Free onsite estimate

Expert generator repair and maintenance with over 25 years of residential, commercial and industrial expertise on all major brands. Our techs are all listened and reliable giving making us proud to be the industry-leader in response times. We also provide power solution consultations for home and commercial with a special focus on nursing home consultations.

Expert generator repair and maintenance with over 25 years of residential, commercial and industrial expertise on all major brands. Our techs are all listened and reliable giving making us proud to be the industry-leader in response times. We also provide power solution consultations for home and commercial with a special focus on nursing home consultations.


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Get Lit Electrical and Plumbing

1244 Executive Blvd
5.00(
10
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Get Lit Electrical and Plumbing

1244 Executive Blvd
5.00(
10
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We do our very best to make sure that we cover all of your electrical needs. Whether you need residential or commercial electrical services, no job is too big or too small for us. Our staff is friendly, professional and knowledgeable, so you're in good hands. Our dedicated, experience team work closely with our domestic and commercial customers to discuss, plan and implement the required electrical work.

"Chris was great! Quick and efficient service and even answered my DUMB questions, will definitely use again in the future"

Christopher C on July 2024

We do our very best to make sure that we cover all of your electrical needs. Whether you need residential or commercial electrical services, no job is too big or too small for us. Our staff is friendly, professional and knowledgeable, so you're in good hands. Our dedicated, experience team work closely with our domestic and commercial customers to discuss, plan and implement the required electrical work.

"Chris was great! Quick and efficient service and even answered my DUMB questions, will definitely use again in the future"

Christopher C on July 2024


WE SERVICE ALL BRANDS OF GENERATORS DEALER FOR ONAN, WINCO, GENERAC, BRIGGS & STRATTON ,KOLER


His & Her Electric, LLC

Caratoke Hwy.
5.00(
3
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His & Her Electric, LLC

Caratoke Hwy.
5.00(
3
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

His & Her Electric, LLC, run by Jay & Jeannie Hazdra, with 20 and 14 years (respectively) of electrical experience. Their son Joshua has 9 years (5 full time) experience. They are fully qualified to take care of all of your electrical needs.

His & Her Electric, LLC, run by Jay & Jeannie Hazdra, with 20 and 14 years (respectively) of electrical experience. Their son Joshua has 9 years (5 full time) experience. They are fully qualified to take care of all of your electrical needs.

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

You can expect a diesel generator to last for up to 30,000 hours of use, which works out to 20 to 25 years with the proper maintenance, of course. That depends on how much you use it, so a diesel generator used for emergencies a couple of times a year will last a lot longer than a generator that takes over for a faulty electrical grid every month for a day or two. 

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.

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.

The amount of time a standby generator can run continuously is around 3,000 hours on average. However, standby generators can generally run indefinitely as long as they have a continuous fuel supply. Generators hooked up to a home’s natural gas supply are the best option for extended usage, as these won’t rely on a finite fuel supply based on how much you have in storage. Generators running on liquid propane or diesel won’t last as long, as these require fuel storage and regular refueling to stay running.

In many cases, you’ll need a permit or basic inspection to install one of these large generators. Since they include significant alterations to your home electrical system and many produce exhaust fumes, local governments often require jumping through a few hoops for general safety purposes. Your installer may be able to help you with these permits.

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