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Gowdy Electric
4.8(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gowdy Electric is a great team of folks from the owner (Scott Gowdy) to the scheduler (Ashley). The technician (Jason) that did my work was the best. Friendly and personable, while at the same time professional, thorough, and efficient. I was performing as the general contractor for the remodel of a rental property into my primary home. Scott and his team were very helpful and patient with me on a job that took multiple visits to complete. This is definitely the "go-to" team for me on any future electrical needs."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Power Source Electrical Services Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great follow through, good pricing. The generator required several trips and follow-up items because it required different inspections. They did a great job at following up on these steps and the generator works perfectly. Since that time we called them for some smaller electrical jobs. They are very detailed oriented, an example would be that I gave what I thought I wanted and they gave feedback based on their experience showing a better way to do it. I welcomed this and was happy they suggested it."
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64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ASAP Electric LLC
5.0(
31
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"ASAP Electric LLC installed an exterior outlet for our generator, and the entire experience was outstanding. From the very first message, communication was prompt and clear. They arrived exactly on time and handled everything professionally and efficiently. The whole process was smooth and stress‑free. Highly recommend ASAP Electric LLC!"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Candela Electric LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AJ was incredible! Super knowledgeable and personalble. He walked me thru what he was doing and best practices for using space heaters and other electronics in my home. I have more work to be done and Im definitely hiring him again. You should too"
200 amp RV pedestal
200 amp RV pedestal
200 amp RV pedestal
200 amp RV pedestal
Outdoor kitchen with internal and external receptacles, a remote control switch to switch string lights on and off.

+1

Response time3 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
367
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"William Burden is the third generation owner of WBLightningRods and his company has been in business since 1950. He is very courteous, professional, was on time, and has a very good crew. William was present for the entire installation. We chose the copper system. We are glad for the peace of mind a lightning rod system will provide."
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods
5.0(
11
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The install was scheduled and completed quickly. The lightning rods and cable look neat and tidy along the roof. Mr. Hamilton was friendly and efficient."
Chimney rod and conductor cable
Front of home,system is barely noticeable
Hiding the cables best we can
Rear of home
Work trailer

+4

Response time1 day
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ricky’s handyman services
5.0(
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Ricky was beyond amazing! We communicated prior to the service about what I needed done. He is very professional and friendly. He did an excellent job assembling some items for me and very reasonable. He is highly recommended!"
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Mark LeChette Electrical LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small Electrical company with a quality focused goal specializing in home lighting.\n\nWe 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!\n

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

A home that is 2,500 square feet will likely need a 20kW to 25kW generator. Consult your local generator installer to confirm the generator size needed to power your home before purchasing a new one. Be sure to consider how much power your necessary devices need to run.

With proper maintenance, a whole-house generator can last between 20 and 40 years. The specific lifespan depends on how often and for how long the generator is used, and some models may have their life expectancy rated in hours of operation. To maximize its lifespan, expect to spend around $150 to $300 per year for annual maintenance checks from a qualified technician. During these checks, a technician will inspect the engine filter, starting mechanism, fuel, lubrication, and coolant levels. Consulting your installer and choosing a low-impact fuel like natural gas or diesel can also help ensure your generator lasts as long as possible.

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.

In most cases, there are no tax credits available for home generators. However, that’s a general statement that applies to federal tax credits, so you might have access to state or local tax incentives. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for more information about your area. If you hire a reliable home generator installer, they should also know if there are any state or local perks you can use to reduce your installation costs, including tax breaks and rebates.

No, you should never plug a generator directly into a wall outlet in your house. This practice is extremely dangerous, often illegal, and can cause "back-feeding," where power from the generator flows back into utility lines, creating a life-threatening hazard for utility workers. It can also damage your home's electrical system, including appliances like pumps and HVAC fans. If the main power is restored while the generator is connected, it can destroy the generator and cause an electrical fire. To safely connect a generator, you must use a professionally installed transfer switch or an interlocking kit, which prevents back-feeding by disconnecting your home from the utility grid before the generator provides power.

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