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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
367
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Serving Midway, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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 Midway, 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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Complete Automated Technology
4.4(
165
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Serving Midway, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had Automated Technology to install an outside antenna, DVR, and fire stick technology in my home. I found them to be very professional and knowledgeable in this field. I would recommend them to everyone interested in this type of service."
mount TV, hide wites behind walls, install speaker
TV Mount above fireplace
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Installed TV in Family room with a sound bar
structural wiring

+1

Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Dr Sparky LLC
4.8(
5
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Serving Midway, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

We are a licensed and insured residential electrical contractor. We offer all services to do with a home, service and trouble shooting, new construction and remodels. Generator installations and EV charger installations. Our main focus is to provide correct and safe work at the highest quality.

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Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Lee Electrical Services
4.4(
14
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Serving Midway, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic experience. They replaced a dryer outlet and installed a new dryer cord within a half hour. Professional, courteous, and reasonably priced. Would highly recommend!"
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Barriet Electric
5.0(
1
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Serving Midway, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

"Terence was wonderful, super straightforward and quick helping us get our outdated dryer outlet up to date. He navigated multiple roadblocks with ease and made is so simple and straightforward for us. Really wonderful!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Eanes Heating and Air
3.8(
22
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Serving Midway, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The team from Eanes was fantastic.....especially Chris Louya, Tito and David. They all did a great job, listened to my concerns, were thorough and spend 14 hrs. here installing the unit without any of them complaining. They were always hardworking and pleasant. The HVAC unit is working great and the best unit I've had in 45 yrs.!!"
Eanes Tech looking at a breaker box
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

Whole-house generators can run continuously for extended periods, even for weeks at a time (around 400 to 500 hours), as long as they have a sufficient fuel supply. However, this type of extensive use will increase wear and tear and can shorten the generator's overall lifespan. During long periods of operation, it's important to check and refill the engine oil as needed, potentially as frequently as daily depending on the model. If your generator uses a fuel tank, ensure it is kept full to prevent unexpected shutdowns.

The cost to install a whole-house generator averages $5,200, with a typical price range of $1,500 to $8,900. However, total costs can vary from $400 for a small portable unit to over $18,000 for a large-capacity system. The most significant cost factor is the generator's size and capacity, but other variables include the brand, fuel type, and labor for assembly and installation.

Generator costs can be broken down by type:

  • Portable or Emergency Backup Generators (1kW–7.5kW): $500 to $2,000

  • Partial-Home Generators (9kW–20kW): $2,000 to $6,500

  • Whole-House Generators (22kW–48kW): $5,000 to $18,000

To avoid paying for more power than you need, consider hiring an electrician to calculate the electrical load for your essential appliances. It is also recommended to get at least three quotes to find the best deal for your specific needs and budget.

Generators are safe to use as long as they are installed and operated correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The most critical safety tips are to never use a portable or fuel-powered generator inside an enclosed space due to the risk of lethal carbon monoxide poisoning; always operate it outdoors where fumes can dissipate away from your home. Additionally, never attempt to connect a generator to your home’s electrical panel yourself—hire a professional to ensure the setup meets safety standards. Finally, avoid overloading the generator by not connecting more appliances than it is rated for, as this can damage your equipment or cause a fire.

If you have a transfer switch properly installed, the generator and main electrical power cannot feed the system at the same time. However, you should still shut off the power at your main circuit breaker panel before activating the generator. If you do that, you’ll simply need to shut off the generator and reset your circuit breaker once the local power comes back on.

Natural gas and electricity rates vary significantly based on location, and pricing can change over time, too. It’s possible that in locations where natural gas is particularly inexpensive, it will cost less than grid-based electricity will. However, you should also factor in the generator’s initial costs and maintenance needs, as well as its noise level and if it can comfortably power all your home appliances.

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